Chin and Jaw Surgery: Defining the Lower Face
The lower third of the face plays a disproportionately important role in overall facial harmony and attractiveness. The chin and jaw define the profile, frame the neck, and contribute significantly to perceived facial balance. Surgical procedures targeting this area — including genioplasty (chin surgery), jaw angle augmentation and mandibular contouring — are among the most impactful yet understated procedures in aesthetic surgery.
Turkey has developed considerable expertise in lower face surgery, with plastic surgeons and maxillofacial surgeons offering a comprehensive range of chin and jaw procedures for international patients.
Genioplasty (Chin Surgery)
Genioplasty modifies the position, shape and size of the chin. There are two main approaches:
Sliding genioplasty: The chin bone is cut and moved forward, backward, upward or downward to achieve the desired position. This is the most versatile option, capable of three-dimensional correction, and produces results that are completely natural as they use the patient’s own bone. The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic through an incision inside the mouth, leaving no external scars.
Chin implant: A solid silicone implant is placed over the chin bone through a small incision either inside the mouth or in a tiny crease beneath the chin. Implants are simpler to place and involve shorter operating time, but offer less flexibility than sliding genioplasty and carry a small risk of implant-related complications over time.
Jaw Angle Augmentation
For patients seeking a more defined, structured jaw appearance, jaw angle implants add width and definition to the posterior jaw. This is particularly popular among male patients seeking a more angular, masculine lower face contour, and is also requested by female patients seeking defined facial structure.
Mandibular Angle Reduction
Conversely, patients with overly prominent jaw angles — a characteristic sometimes associated with masseter muscle hypertrophy or skeletal protrusion — may seek jaw angle reduction for a softer, more tapered facial contour. This can be achieved surgically or, for muscular prominence without significant skeletal involvement, with botulinum toxin injections to reduce masseter volume.
Combining Chin and Jaw Surgery with Rhinoplasty
The profile relationship between the nose and chin is one of the most important determinants of facial harmony. Many patients who seek rhinoplasty benefit from simultaneous chin augmentation to optimise the overall profile balance — even modest chin enhancement can dramatically improve the apparent result of nose surgery. Turkish surgeons with facial aesthetics expertise routinely evaluate this relationship as part of any profile surgery consultation.
Recovery and Cost
Recovery from chin surgery is typically one to two weeks of swelling and dietary modification (soft foods). Cost in Turkey ranges from €2,000 to €4,500 depending on procedure type and complexity, compared to €5,000 to €10,000 in Western Europe. Consult with Dr.Visor at drvisor.com.