Receding Chin
A weak chin profile or receding chin is usually related to genetics. The frontal projection of the mandible does not grow forward enough and the patient is left with a recessive chin. There can be other causes such as underlying conditions or injury that may also contribute to this condition. In general, a receding chin poses no serious health risk but can represent an issue of cosmetic importance.
Those who have weak jaws may in some cases appear to have double chins or short faces as the lower third of the face provides definition, harmony and balance to the overall facial aesthetic. A well-defined chin and jaw is desirable for facial attractiveness.
Another cause of a receding chin is the collagen and elastin fibres in the dermis break down over time and muscles loose some of their tone. The face can begin to sag, sometimes resulting in the ‘jowly’ look that many associate with aging, where the skin on cheeks begins to hang down towards, or below, the jaw. Wrinkles can also form around the chin and marionette lines develop. All in all, the chin and jawline can considerably contribute to the aging look of the face – in fact some argue that the secret to a youthful look lies in the jawbone. With this in mind, the chin is the perfect area to use dermal fillers to subtly add shape and definition, helping to remove the signs of advancing years from the face.
Treatment Options
Traditionally, for transformations around the chin and jawline, patients had to look at surgical options, but the use of dermal fillers such as Voluma and Radiesse in these areas gives excellent results at a much lower risk and cost. Quick, straightforward and relatively painless, fillers will create a subtle difference which is immediately perceivable but difficult to pinpoint, making slight modifications towards that ideal face shape and more youthful appearance.
There are many advantages of dermal fillers for adding shape, definition and smoothness to the chin and jawline. The treatment can address issues such as a recessed chin or a weak jawline, providing an improvement to the balance of features on the face and working towards that attractive V-shaped jawline. Chin augmentation can be used to even out a pointy or squared chin, or even make a prominent nose appear smaller.
Noticeable results will be more-or-less instant, with the effect improving over 14 days as the filler integrates with the skin’s tissue. This produces a very natural look which typically lasts for around 12 months, but potentially up to two years, before requiring a refresh.
Chin augmentation using injectable fillers is also ideal for those who do not yet feel ready to make the commitment required for placement of a permanent implant. By using injectable fillers, patients can explore the degree of projection which they are looking for, and can be assured that if for whatever reason they regret the enhancement, it will fade away in the course of a year, or can be immediately reversed (in cases where a hyaluronic acid product was used).