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  • About
    • Facility
    • Staff
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    • Videos
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    • Patient Resources
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      • Preoperative Instructions
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  • Meet our Docs
    • S. Randolph Waldman, MD
    • Stephen A. Schantz, MD
    • J. Brad Turner, MD
  • Gallery
    • S. Randolph Waldman, MD
    • Stephen A. Schantz, MD
    • J. Brad Turner, MD
  • Procedures
    • Facial procedures
      • Rhinoplasty
      • Facelift
      • Mini Facelift
      • Brow / Forehead Lift
      • Blepharoplasty
      • Otoplasty Lexington, KY (Ear Pinning)
      • Chin Augmentation
      • Neck Liposuction
      • Lip Augmentation
      • Microneedling
      • Sub-nasal Lip Lift
      • CO2 Laser Resurfacing
      • Cosmetic Skin Lesion Removal
      • Soft Tissue Filler Injections
      • Neurotoxin Injections
    • Breast procedures
      • Breast Augmentation
      • Breast Lift
      • Breast Reduction
      • Breast Asymmetry
      • Breast Lift with Implant
      • Male Breast Reduction
      • Breast Implant Revision
    • Body Contouring
      • Liposuction
      • Tummy Tuck
      • Mini-Tummy Tuck
      • Body Lift
      • Thigh Lift
      • Arm Lift
      • Hand Rejuvenation
      • Brazilian Butt Lift
      • Mommy Makeover
      • Coolsculpting in Lexington, KY
  • Reviews
    • Patient Testimonials
    • Online Reviews
    • Video Testimonials
  • Skin Care
    • Skin Chic
    • Skin Chic Store
    • Our Staff
    • Laser Treatments
      • Varilite Laser (Broken Blood Vessels)
      • Radiosurgery (Cosmetic Removal of Skin Lesions)
      • Fractional CO2 Laser (Skin Rejuvenation Chest Wall)
      • Epilaze Hair Reduction/Removal
      • Sciton Broadband IPL (Pigment and Rosacea)
      • Phoenix Laser Hand Treatments
      • Infrared Skin Tyte
    • Light Chemical Peels
      • Melanage Peels
      • Glycolic Peels
      • PCA Salicylic Peels
      • Ultrasound Moisturizing Treatment
    • Skin Care Products
      • Alastin
      • Skinceuticals
      • PCA
      • DefenAge
      • Elta MD
      • Skin Chic Private Brand
    • Microneedling
      • Microneedling with RF
      • Microneedling RF with PRP
    • Hydrafacials
    • Acne Treatments
  • Non-Invasive
    • Coolsculpting in Lexington, KY

Chin Augmentation

Mentoplasty is the official name of the surgical procedure that makes a weak or receding chin appear more prominent. An implant is placed in a pocket over the bone of the chin. The goal is to strengthen the chin and give the face more balance and harmony. Sometimes it is necessary to correct the nose as well, though a stronger chin often makes the nose appear more balanced. Some patients also opt to undergo liposuction of the neck area in addition to, or independent of, chin augmentation. Neck liposuction makes the neck appear smoother and slimmer, and contributing to a more youthful appearance.

Table of Contents
  1. Chin Augmentation Before & After Photos
  2. Am I a candidate for a neck lift?
  3. Am I a candidate for a chin enlargement?
  4. What can I expect during the neck lift procedure?
  5. What can I expect during the chin enlargement procedure?
  6. How long is the recovery period for a chin augmentation and neck lift
  7. What is a chin implant made from?
  8. Where are the neck lift and chin augmentation performed?
  9. What results can I expect from the neck and chin surgical procedure?
  10. Are there risks involved with the chin augmentation and neck lift surgery?

Chin Augmentation Before & After Photos

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*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.

Am I a candidate for a neck lift?

  • If you have localized deposits of fat in the anterior part of the neck – under the chin
  • If you have muscle laxity under the chin only
  • If you have sagging with skin folds in the anterior part of the neck (under chin only)

Am I a candidate for a chin enlargement?

  • If you have a small or receding chin
  • A chin that looks too small in comparison with other facial features and possibly makes the nose appear longer.
  • Desire for increased chin prominence.
Mentoplasty is the official name of the surgical procedure that makes a weak or receding chin appear more prominent.  Dr. Waldman | Lexington, KY
Chin Augmentation strengthens the chin and gives the face more balance and harmony.

What can I expect during the neck lift procedure?

Dr. Waldman will make an incision under the chin and fat is then suctioned or directly excised, muscles are tightened, and a small amount of skin may be removed all depending on individual findings.

What can I expect during the chin enlargement procedure?

Dr. Waldman will make an incision under the chin and an implant is then placed into a small pocket specially sized to accommodate the implant. This way, the likelihood of the implant becoming displaced is extremely minimized.

How long is the recovery period for a chin augmentation and neck lift

After having a chin augmentation the patient may go home with a small pressure dressing over the neck where the liposuction was performed. No dressing is needed for chin augmentation alone. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication and swelling, tenderness, and possible local numbness gradually subside within a month or two.

What is a chin implant made from?

The implants we use at Waldman Schantz Plastic Surgery Center are a hard silastic or rubber material. We have used this material for over 25 years. Infection or extrusion is extremely rare.

  • From the moment I arrived for my first consultation I felt right at home! The staff were incredibly helpful and intelligent. Every question and concern I had was answered with ease. Dr. Waldman is an amazing surgeon and was dedicated to making sure I had the results I wanted, and I did! My chin Implant was the perfect size and shape thanks to Dr. Waldman and his keen eye for detail. I will definitely be coming back for any future procedure. (review from Google+)

    • 5 stars
    • Jesse , Lexington, KY

Where are the neck lift and chin augmentation performed?

Dr. Waldman performs most all of his neck and chin procedures in the office's accredited state of the art surgical suite. Dr. Waldman | Lexington, KY
Chin Augmentation benefits

Dr. Waldman performs most all of his neck and chin procedures in the office’s accredited state of the art surgical suite.

What results can I expect from the neck and chin surgical procedure?

The patient can expect an improved profile, a more attractive jaw line that creates a better balance between the chin and other facial features, and a more youthful neck with better contour.

Are there risks involved with the chin augmentation and neck lift surgery?

The specific risks and the suitability of these procedures for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally and major complications rarely occur.

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