The chin is one of the most underappreciated features of the face — until it is out of proportion. A strong, well-projected chin anchors the lower face, defines the jawline, and balances the nose in profile. A weak or recessed chin produces the opposite effect: the nose appears larger than it is, the jawline loses definition, and the neck appears shorter or less refined. For many patients, addressing the chin has a more transformative effect on facial balance than any other single procedure — often with a recovery shorter than they expect.

Dr. John Anastasatos performs chin augmentation at his Athens, Greece practice with the depth of facial aesthetic expertise that chin surgery — deceptively simple on the surface, surprisingly subtle in execution — actually requires. Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Anastasatos has been invited to deliver lectures on advanced facial techniques at the Royal Society of Medicine in London in three consecutive years (2024, 2025, and 2026). Named by The Luxe Insider as one of the Top 10 Plastic Surgeons in the World and recognized as a Castle Connolly and U.S. News & World Report Top Doctor, he has been featured in Reuters, the Boston Globe, FOX News, Forbes, LA Confidential, Vogue Greece, and Elle Greece, as well as on the plastic surgery series Nip/Tuck. His dual practice in Beverly Hills and Athens welcomes patients — including a significant number of male patients traveling from across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States specifically for chin and jawline work — who value the combination of American board-certified training and refined European aesthetic sensibility.

Understanding Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation is the surgical correction of a weak or recessed chin using an implant, bone repositioning, or occasionally fat or filler. The most common approach uses a solid silicone or porous implant sized and shaped to restore projection and balance to the lower face. The procedure is relatively quick, performed either through a hidden incision inside the mouth or through a small incision under the chin, and produces permanent improvement in facial proportions with a recovery measured in days rather than weeks.

The impact of chin augmentation often extends beyond the chin itself. A properly projected chin makes the nose appear better proportioned — which is why chin augmentation is one of the most frequently performed complementary procedures with rhinoplasty. It also defines the jawline, creates a better transition from face to neck, and produces a more refined profile overall. For male patients, chin enhancement is among the most impactful surgical refinements available for masculinizing the lower face.

“Chin augmentation is one of the quiet transformation operations in plastic surgery. A small change in projection — often just a few millimeters — can rebalance the entire profile in a way that looks completely natural. Patients often don’t realize how much of their nose they were seeing simply because their chin was slightly recessed. When the proportions come into harmony, the face as a whole improves.” — Dr. John Anastasatos

Why Patients Choose Chin Augmentation

Patients pursue chin augmentation for reasons that combine concerns about profile, jawline definition, and overall facial harmony. Common motivations include:

• Recessed or Weak Chin: A chin that sits behind the ideal projection line, producing the appearance of a shorter lower face or a less defined profile.
• Nose-Chin Imbalance: A chin that does not balance the nose in profile, making the nose appear larger than it actually is.
• Undefined Jawline: A chin that does not provide adequate structural support to the jawline, leading to a soft transition into the neck.
• Masculine Profile Refinement: Male patients seeking stronger chin projection as part of a more defined, masculine lower face.
• Feminine Facial Harmony: Female patients seeking balanced chin projection that complements the other facial features without masculinizing them.
• Pre-Rhinoplasty Consideration: Patients planning nose surgery who benefit from simultaneous chin augmentation to achieve the proportional balance the nose alone cannot provide.
• Age-Related Changes: Chin projection and jawline definition that have softened with age, often addressed alongside facelift or neck lift surgery.

Chin Implant Options

Chin implants are made from medical-grade materials and come in a range of sizes and shapes. The two primary materials Dr. Anastasatos offers each have distinct characteristics.

Porous Polyethylene Implants

Porous implants are designed with microscopic pores that allow the patient’s own tissue to integrate into the implant over time. This tissue ingrowth anchors the implant firmly to the bone and surrounding tissues, minimizing the risk of displacement or shifting over the years. Patients who prioritize long-term stability often prefer porous implants.

Solid Silicone Implants

Silicone chin implants are smooth, flexible, and relatively easy to place or adjust. They produce excellent results and have an extensive track record in facial aesthetic surgery. Because silicone implants do not integrate with surrounding tissue, they can occasionally shift position over many years — a consideration Dr. Anastasatos reviews during consultation.

Custom Sizing and Shape

Both implant types come in multiple sizes and shapes — from subtle projection enhancement to more significant structural correction, and from central projection to extended implants that define the entire jawline. During consultation, Dr. Anastasatos evaluates facial proportions and recommends the implant size and shape best suited to the patient’s anatomy and goals.

Incision Options

Two incision approaches are used for chin implant placement, each with specific advantages.

Intraoral (Inside the Mouth)

An incision placed inside the lower lip, with no visible external scar. This approach is often preferred for patients who prioritize avoiding any external mark and is effective for most implant sizes and shapes.

Submental (Under the Chin)

A small incision placed in the natural crease under the chin — typically less than an inch long — that heals to a nearly imperceptible line concealed within the natural shadow beneath the jaw. This approach may be preferred for certain implant shapes or when combined with neck lift or submental liposuction.

Combining Chin Augmentation With Other Procedures

Chin augmentation is frequently performed alongside other facial procedures for a more complete result. Common combinations include:

• Rhinoplasty: One of the most common pairings. Chin augmentation improves nasal proportions and produces a more balanced profile than rhinoplasty alone.
• Neck Lift or Submental Liposuction: Addressing the chin while simultaneously refining the neck and jawline for a significantly improved lower-face profile.
• Facelift: Restoring chin projection as part of comprehensive facial rejuvenation, particularly when age-related bone changes have softened the chin.
• Buccal Fat Removal: For patients seeking overall lower-face refinement, combining chin augmentation with buccal fat adjustments can sculpt the entire lower face.

What to Expect From Chin Augmentation

Chin augmentation is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation, though general anesthesia is used when combined with other procedures. Surgery takes approximately thirty to sixty minutes for chin augmentation alone. Most patients return home the same day.

Swelling and tightness are most pronounced during the first three to five days. A supportive tape or dressing is worn for the first week. Most patients return to desk-based work within five to seven days and feel socially presentable within approximately two weeks. Strenuous activity is restricted for three to four weeks. The final shape emerges as swelling continues to resolve over four to six weeks, with subtle refinement continuing for three to six months.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chin Augmentation

Will a chin implant look natural?

A properly sized chin implant produces a completely natural result — patients and people around them typically notice a more balanced profile without identifying it as having been surgically altered. Dr. Anastasatos emphasizes restraint in sizing, aiming for proportional enhancement rather than dramatic change.

Is chin augmentation permanent?

Yes. Chin implants are designed to remain in place permanently. Porous implants integrate with surrounding tissue for particularly stable long-term positioning.

Will I have visible scars?

When the incision is placed inside the mouth, there is no external scar. When the incision is placed under the chin, the scar heals to a virtually invisible line concealed in the natural shadow beneath the jaw.

Can chin augmentation be reversed?

Yes. Chin implants can be removed or exchanged if a patient wishes to change size, change implant type, or return to their original anatomy. This is a relatively straightforward secondary procedure.

Should I have rhinoplasty and chin augmentation together?

For many patients, combining the two produces a more balanced profile than either procedure alone. A small nose can appear larger against a weak chin, and correcting only the nose without addressing the chin may not produce the proportional result the patient envisions. Dr. Anastasatos evaluates profile proportions during consultation and recommends whether combining the procedures would benefit your specific anatomy.

Are there non-surgical alternatives?

For patients who want to preview chin augmentation or who prefer to avoid surgery, injectable hyaluronic acid fillers can provide temporary projection enhancement. Filler results typically last twelve to eighteen months and are a useful option for patients not ready to commit to an implant or who want to experience the effect before proceeding surgically.

Why Choose Dr. Anastasatos for Chin Augmentation

• Royal Society of Medicine Invited Lecturer: Presented on advanced facial aesthetic techniques at the Royal Society of Medicine in London in three consecutive years (2024, 2025, 2026).
• Board-Certified and FACS: Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and Fellowship in the American College of Surgeons reflect rigorous, verified training.
• Full Spectrum of Implant Options: Both porous and silicone implants in multiple sizes and shapes — allowing the plan to be matched to the patient rather than to whatever the surgeon stocks.
• Extensive Male Patient Experience: A significant portion of Dr. Anastasatos’s practice includes male patients traveling internationally for chin and jawline work.
• Top 10 International Recognition: Named by The Luxe Insider as one of the Top 10 Plastic Surgeons in the World and recognized as a Castle Connolly and U.S. News Top Doctor.
• Dual-Continent Practice: Offices in Beverly Hills and Athens welcome patients traveling from across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States with coordinated planning and recovery.

Schedule Your Chin Augmentation Consultation in Athens, Greece

If a weak or recessed chin has affected your profile, your jawline definition, or the balance between your nose and your lower face, chin augmentation offers one of the most efficient transformations available in facial plastic surgery. Dr. John Anastasatos welcomes patients to the Athens, Greece office at Palas Kefalari, Kolokotroni 23, Kifisia, for a private consultation covering your facial proportions, implant options, incision approach, and realistic outcomes. Contact the practice to arrange your appointment with Dr. Anastasatos.