Best Dermatologist for Chin Injections in San Francisco

What to Expect

Several changes occur in the chin area because of the natural aging process. The most noticeable of these changes with age are a less prominent chin, appearance of jowls or loose saggy skin around the sides of the chin, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the chin. Like other areas of the face, there is a natural loss of volume in the chin over time with aging. This is primarily due to the gradual depletion of collagen and elastin in the skin, loss and redistribution of fat under the skin in the chin, and the gradual loss of bone density in the chin through a process known as bone resorption. Collectively, these structures are responsible for providing structural support and volume to the chin. The progressive loss of soft tissue and bone volume over time can result in a less defined and more recessed chin as we age.

Like other areas of the face, the skin’s elasticity also decreases with age, which leads to sagging and laxity in the chin area. The effects of gravity, combined with the loss of supportive tissues, can also cause the skin to droop and contribute to the appearance of jowls, folds, fine lines, and wrinkles in the chin. These lines, often referred to as "marionette lines" or "mental creases," become more pronounced with age.

Plastic surgery to enhance the chin for a more defined and prominent chin is called chin augmentation. Chin augmentation can be fulfilled with invasive, permanent or semi-permanent surgical procedures or with non-invasive and non-surgical procedures. Invasive chin augmentation surgery includes procedures such as a genioplasty, which involves a facial plastic surgeon placing small incisions in the skin over the chin area and performing reconstructive surgery and manipulation of the facial structure of the lower face and jaw bone to change the shape and profile of the chin. The use of silicone implants surgically placed over the bone in the chin area through an incision in the skin, is another method of surgical chin augmentation. Both of these chin augmentation surgery procedures are invasive in that incisions are made in the skin which leads to scarring and a higher risk of infections, and typically have long, painful recovery periods. In addition, these procedures are typically performed under general anesthesia, which may carry additional risks for the patient. Additional problems that may arise from chin implants include poor implant fit, and gradual movement and displacement of the implant from its desired location over time. In contrast, chin augmentation with dermal fillers offers a convenient, safe, non-surgical solution to improve the appearance and profile of your chin.

What is Chin Filler?

Chin filler is a non-surgical cosmetic injectable treatment for chin augmentation, where facial fillers are injected into specific areas of the chin to enhance the shape, volume, and definition of the chin, and to soften fine lines and wrinkles.

When performed by a board-certified dermatologist, this procedure is conveniently and safely performed with ease in the office or clinic under local anesthesia. Before the procedure, the chin area is cleansed, and a topical numbing cream or local anesthesia is applied to the skin ensure comfort during the injections. The dermal filler is then skillfully injected into targeted areas of the chin to achieve the desired shape, volume, and definition in this area.

After the procedure, you may experience mild swelling, redness, or bruising, which are temporary and typically subside within a few days. In the event of bruising, your doctor may advise you to avoid strenuous activities during the recovery period for up to 1 week to avoid worsening bruising. In almost all cases however, you can generally resume your regular activities soon after the procedure. You will be provided with post-treatment instructions to help optimize healing and results.

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