<h2 id="benefits">Benefits of a Chin Implant</h2>
The potential benefits of a chin implant include:
<ul>
<li>Improved projection of a flat, weak chin</li>
<li>Improved symmetry of a significantly asymmetric chin</li>
<li>A de-emphasis of the severity of age-related changes to the neck when the jawline appears longer from the side</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="risks">Risks of a Chin Implant</h2>
The potential risks of a chin implant include, but are not limited to:
<ul class="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 gap-x-8">
<li>Bruising</li>
<li>Swelling</li>
<li>Infection</li>
<li>Bleeding</li>
<li>Nerve damage</li>
<li>Abnormal scarring</li>
<li>Asymmetry</li>
<li>Movement of the implant</li>
</ul>

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Combine a Chin Implant with Other Facial Enhancements

A chin implant complements other surgical and non-surgical procedures well. Procedures that complement a chin implant include, but are not limited to:

What Conditions Does the Procedure Address?

A chin implant helps address a poorly projected chin that can appear flat and weak. A poorly projected chin makes the jawline appear short as well. A short jawline can make age-related changes in the neck more apparent. The conditions a chin implant can help address include:

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<ul>
<li>Can be performed under local anesthesia only</li>
<li>Small incision tucked discreetly under the chin</li>
<li>More permanent treatment option when compared with dermal fillers</li>
<li>Implants come in many shapes and sizes and can be further contoured prior to insertion</li>
</ul>

What is a Chin Implant?

A chin implant is a surgical procedure where a small incision is placed under the chin and a contoured implant is inserted along the jawline. The purpose of a chin implant is to improve the shape and projection of the chin. The implant is made from silicone, a non-reactive material that comes in many shapes and sizes. The implant itself can be further contoured prior to insertion.

Overview of the Procedure

The team at Harmon Facial Plastic Surgery works tirelessly to prepare patients well for their procedure. The time spent with patients and resources provided facilitates a smooth transition from the procedure through recovery. The following overview is a broad summary of the information provided to patients:

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A weak, or recessed, chin can be concerning to men and women, not only because this feature can make the face appear smaller than it is, but it can also make the nose appear larger and more projected than it is. There are surgical and non-surgical options to treat a weak chin. It is important to seek not only a&nbsp;fellowship-trained but also a <a href="https://www.harmonface.com/blog/doubledual-board-certified-facial-plastic-surgeon-what-does-it-mean-why-is-it-important">double board-certified facial plastic surgeon</a> if you have aesthetic concerns about your face and/or neck.
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<h2 class="contentTitle">Non-Surgical Treatment Options Include Hyaluronic Acid Filler</h2>
While a weak, recessed chin is usually best address with an implant, <a href="/non-surgical/fillers">hyaluronic acid filler</a> can address concerns requiring a more subtle result. Filler can also serve as a temporary treatment to help determine whether placement of an implant could achieve the desired aesthetic result. Filler is also less expensive than an implant and results in little-to-no downtime after treatment.
Hyaluronic acid filler can be placed deep along the bone and/or more superficially to firm up the skin. A firmer, more structural product such as Restylane&copy; Lyft is a good option to project a weak chin.
<h2 class="contentTitle">Surgical Treatment Options Include a Contoured Chin Implant</h2>
A more permanent option involves the placement of an <a href="/plastic-surgery/chin-implants">implant</a>, usually silicone. There are many shapes and sizes of chin implants available. These implants can also be carved to achieve the ideal projection and width to the chin. Implants are usually placed over the periosteum of the chin &ndash; which is the fascial covering of the bone &ndash; with tapered wings placed in pockets under the peri-ostium on either side. Silicone implants can be removed and replaced if desired.
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The combination of chin implant and liposuction under the jawline can be a powerful combination for those individuals with excess fat under the chin. The following is just such an example of a patient:
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<h2 class="contentTitle">Trust Your Face to a Facial Plastic Surgeon</h2>
It is important to seek a fellowship-trained specialist in plastic surgery of the face and neck when you have concerns about your face or neck.
<h2 class="contentTitle">Why Choose Dr. Harmon</h2>
<ul>
<li>The mission of Harmon Facial Plastic Surgery is to help people along their journey towards self-confidence, to feel good about feeling good.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon values making patients feel welcomed, listened to, and respected.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon graduated with honors from <a href="https://www.cornell.edu/">Cornell University</a> with a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular biology.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon earned his medical degree from the <a href="https://med.uc.edu/">University of Cincinnati</a>.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon underwent five years of extensive training in head at neck surgery at the prestigious residency program at the <a href="https://med.uc.edu/depart/otolaryngology">University of Cincinnati</a>.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon then underwent focused fellowship training in cosmetic facial plastic surgery through the <a href="https://www.aafprs.org/">American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS)</a> with the world-renowned surgeon, <a href="https://www.newyorkfacialplasticsurgery.com/">Dr. Andrew Jacono</a>, on Park Avenue in New York City.</li>
</ul>
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Treatment Options for a Weak Chin

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Men frequently seek a wide range of&nbsp;<a href="/plastic-surgery">surgical</a> and <a href="/non-surgical">non-surgical</a> facial plastic surgery procedures. This list is not all-inclusive but does highlight commonly requested procedures. Seek not only a fellowship-trained but also a <a href="https://www.harmonface.com/blog/doubledual-board-certified-facial-plastic-surgeon-what-does-it-mean-why-is-it-important">double board-certified facial plastic surgeon</a> to help determine whether any of these procedures may be able to address your concerns and desires.
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<h2 class="contentTitle">Non-Surgical Procedures Sought Include Botox&copy;, Hyaluronic Acid Fillers, and Platelet-Rich-Plasma (PRP)</h2>
<a href="/non-surgical/botox" target="_self">Botox&copy;</a> can be immensely beneficial to men as well as women. Professionals including physicians, some of whom are attending special events such as weddings, seek Botox&copy; to smooth out coarse wrinkles while preserving their masculine facial features. Men often seek treatment of their forehead, frown lines, and crow&rsquo;s feet, which are usually much coarser than in women. The procedure does not differ between men and women. However, men sometimes require higher doses to achieve their aesthetic goals due to the size of their facial muscles.
Men also seek <a href="/non-surgical/fillers" target="_self">hyaluronic acid fillers</a>, sometimes in areas rarely placed in women. For example, many men are bothered by a weak chin and jawline but are not ready for an implant. A strong, sturdy hyaluronic acid filler can be placed in these locations for non-surgical enhancement. Hyaluronic acid fillers are also used to straighten a dorsal hump in a procedure called a non-surgical, or liquid, rhinoplasty.
<a href="/hair/hair-loss-treatment" target="_self">PRP</a> can be an excellent treatment option for hair loss in men who are younger with mild-to-moderate hair loss and who are not yet candidates, or not yet ready, for hair restoration surgery. PRP involves drawing a patient&rsquo;s own blood and concentrating the platelet component of the blood. These platelets release signaling molecules when injected around hair follicles that can restart the growth of dormant, or miniaturized, hair and sometimes even increase hair width.
<h2 class="contentTitle">Surgical Procedures Sought Include Nose Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, Jawline Implants, Hair Restoration Surgery, and Facelift Surgery</h2>
<a href="/plastic-surgery/rhinoplasty" target="_self">Nose surgery (rhinoplasty)</a> is sought by men from their 20s to their 70s. Surgical considerations usually differ between men and women. Like women, men often seek a straighter nasal bridge, a narrower nasal tip, and a reduction of their nasal hump/bump. However, unlike women, the dorsal hump is generally softened or, at most, completely straightened. This is because a concave nasal bridge can sometimes feminize the nose. This can also occur when the nose is overly narrowed. A detailed discussion needs to be had between the surgeon and the patient regarding their aesthetic goals and how best to achieve those goals while preserving the masculine appearance of the nose.
Like women, men develop age-related changes to their eyes &ndash; namely, redundant upper eyelid skin and lower eyelid bags &ndash; than can make them appear tired, sad, and/or angry. <a href="/plastic-surgery/blepharoplasty" target="_self">Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)</a> can treat these changes comprehensively and naturally.
Some men seek a more permanent solution to their poorly projected, weak jawline and chins. Usually made of silicone, <a href="/plastic-surgery/chin-implants" target="_self">chin and jawline implants</a> come in multiple shapes and sizes. They can also be carved to perfect their size and contour, matching the patient&rsquo;s aesthetic goals as closely as possible. A chin implant is generally placed through a small incision under the chin. Jawline implants are generally placed through a small incision in the mouth.
Men are the primary, though not exclusive, <a href="/hair/hair-restoration" target="_self">hair restoration surgery</a> patients. Patients are usually in their mid-thirties or older with moderate-to-severe hair loss and have tried medications or PRP but found them incompletely effective. Hair restoration surgery encompasses two categories of procedures, called follicular strip harvesting (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE), each of which has advantages for certain patients. Medications and PRP are usually used as complementary treatments. And more than one hair restoration surgery procedure is usually required to achieve a patient&rsquo;s aesthetic goal.
Finally, men, like women, experience the same age-related changes to their face and neck. Men experience drooping cheeks, jowling, and scalloping of the jawline into the neck. Men also develop loose skin and muscle in the neck, which is often described as a &ldquo;turkey gobbler&rdquo; neck. As a result, men can also benefit from the <a href="/plastic-surgery/facelift/deep-plane-facelift" target="_self">extended deep plane facelift</a> and <a href="/plastic-surgery/neck-lift" target="_self">neck lift</a>.
<h2 class="contentTitle">Trust Your Face to a Facial Plastic Surgeon</h2>
It is important to seek a fellowship-trained specialist in plastic surgery of the face and neck when you have concerns about age-related changes in your face and neck.
<h2 class="contentTitle">Why Choose Dr. Harmon</h2>
<ul>
<li>The mission of Harmon Facial Plastic Surgery is to help people along their journey towards self-confidence, to feel good about feeling good.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon is a <a href="https://www.harmonface.com/blog/doubledual-board-certified-facial-plastic-surgeon-what-does-it-mean-why-is-it-important">double board-certified facial plastic surgeon</a>.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon values making patients feel welcomed, listened to, and respected.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon graduated with honors from <a href="https://www.cornell.edu/">Cornell University</a> with a Bachelor of Science degree in molecular biology.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon earned his medical degree from the <a href="https://med.uc.edu/">University of Cincinnati</a>.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon underwent five years of extensive training in head at neck surgery at the prestigious residency program at the <a href="https://med.uc.edu/depart/otolaryngology">University of Cincinnati</a>.</li>
<li>Dr. Harmon then underwent focused fellowship training in cosmetic facial plastic surgery through the <a href="https://www.aafprs.org/">American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS)</a> with the world-renowned surgeon, <a href="https://www.newyorkfacialplasticsurgery.com/">Dr. Andrew Jacono</a>, on Park Avenue in New York City.</li>
</ul>
<h2 class="contentTitle">Request a Consultation</h2>
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What to Expect from Recovery

Recovery from a chin implant is specific to the individual. &nbsp;The duration of recovery will vary from person to person.
Sutures are removed approximately seven (7) days after a chin implant. Typically, minial swelling and bruises are expected after a chin implant surgery.
Swelling generally improves significantly by seven (7) to ten (10) days after surgery.
The initial recovery time for a chin implant is approximately ten (10) to fourteen (14) days for most individuals. The healing process does not end after fourteen (14) days, however.
Swelling and bruises are expected to continue to improve and resolve in the ensuing days and weeks. The chin incision continues to heal for months after surgery.

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Ideal Candidates for a Chin Implant

Ideal candidates for a chin implant include those patients who demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>A poorly projected chin due to a flat jawbone</li>
<li>Significant bony asymmetry in the chin</li>
</ul>

Most candidates for a chin implant range in age from their twenties (20s) to seventies (70s). A consultation is essential to determine candidacy for the procedure because there may be factors that preclude this procedure for certain individuals. Reasonable expectations must be established about what a chin implant can and cannot accomplish. As with all facial plastic surgery procedures, results can vary.

Why Choose Dr. Harmon

<h3>Quad A Accredited Surgery Suite</h3>
Harmon Facial Plastic Surgery is proud to have a Quad A accredited operating room and facility in our office. Our single-physician, single-specialty facility meets or exceeds the strict guidelines and high standards set forth by Quad A, demonstrating our strong commitment to patient safety and excellence in surgical care. We utilize the services of board-certified anesthesiology physicians only as well as our own personal clinical support staff to ensure the most comfortable, safest experience for our clients.

The desire for youthfulness is understandable. There is no area more important than the face. After all, the face cannot be hidden. It is how we present ourselves to the world. Dr. Harmon works with a refined eye and trained hands to develop a personalized treatment plan with you, utilizing advanced techniques in surgical and non-surgical care of the face, nose, eyes, neck and hair.
Fellowship trained facial plastic surgeons have a unique specialized skill set in performing surgical and non-surgical procedures on the face, nose, eyes, neck and hair. The pathway to becoming a facial plastic surgeon begins with five years of rigorous training in head and neck surgery. This training is focused on all aspects of surgery for the head and neck, in addition to aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

A small pool of top performing graduates from head and neck surgery programs are then selected to complete sub-specialty training as a fellow in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery through the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).
Dr. Harmon completed his fellowship in facial plastic surgery through the AAFPRS with the world-renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Jacono on Park Avenue in New York City. Dr. Jacono is world renowned for developing the extended deep plane facelift technique. Dr. Harmon is one of the few surgeons in the world, and the only surgeon in the Cincinnati area, fellowship trained in this technique by Dr. Jacono.

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Discover the expertise and compassionate care of Dr. Jeff Harmon, a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon deeply rooted in the Cincinnati community. A former collegiate athlete and Cornell University graduate, Dr. Harmon brings discipline, precision, and a global perspective to his surgical practice&mdash;refined through elite fellowship training in New York City.
Located in Hyde Park, Harmon Facial Plastic Surgery proudly serves patients throughout the Cincinnati area offering personalized facial aesthetics with world-class skill and a hometown heart.