Chin and Cheek Augmentation Los Angeles
Chin and Cheek Augmentation by Leading Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills
Chin and cheek augmentation can help enhance your facial features to achieve a more balanced and defined look. Whether you are looking to add volume to your cheeks or desire a more proportionate chin, Dr. Peter Fodor will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan for natural appearing results.
We welcome you to call today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Fodor. Embrace the confidence that comes with a more contoured chin and cheeks.
Cheek Augmentation
The cheeks play an important role in defining an attractive face, and well-defined cheekbones have long been recognized as a hallmark of beauty. A sufficient volume of the cheek contour is essential to a youthful appearance. As people age, however, the fat pads that give cheeks their fullness begin to descend, creating a flat visage. In addition, supportive tissue beneath the skin begins to erode, hastening the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Aesthetic plastic surgery offers various ways to restore a more youthful appearance to the cheeks. The least invasive method of adding or restoring volume to the cheeks is by injections using a biocompatible soft-tissue filler or the patient’s own fat. Although a pleasing appearance may be achieved, repeat treatments are necessary to achieve or maintain the desired results.
Implants made of materials such as silicone, Gore-Tex, or Alloderm can be implanted to add permanent volume and definition to the cheeks.
Length of Surgery – Usually 30-90 minutes
Anesthesia – Most operations can be offered either under local or general anesthesia and as such we can give you a choice.
Regardless, of which approach is selected, we handpick, primarily with safety in mind, the best Anesthesiologist available for your surgery.
Total intravenous anesthesia; TIVA with or without intubation, has been, for the last five years, an often preferred modality in our practice. It avoids anesthetic gases and limits the use of opioids and narcotics. As a result blood loss during surgery and after surgery nausea and vomiting are eliminated or greatly reduced.
Recovery – Initial mild to moderate discomfort; up and about first day; back to work within one week if swelling permits; swelling and bruising mostly gone in two to three weeks; full effect in two months.
Scars – Undetectable within mouth or behind the lower lid.
Chin Augmentation
The chin and nose are the facial features that most clearly define your profile. An aesthetically pleasing profile is generally considered to be one in which the chin is located 2-3 milliliters behind an imaginary vertical line that extends downward from the foremost point of the upper lip. A chin that projects past this point may be regarded as a “strong” chin, while one that falls far short of this line may be referred to as a “weak” or receding chin.
Since a strong chin and jawline are often identified as signs of masculinity, men may be especially concerned about a receding chin. While in women a chin positioned slightly behind the imaginary vertical line may be acceptable and even sometimes preferred aesthetically, one that receded too far creates a less flattering profile. A receding chin can also make an otherwise average size nose appear too large.
In some instances, increasing the chin’s projection can bring the entire profile into harmony, even eliminating the need for rhinoplasty. In other cases, rhinoplasty may be indicated in addition to chin augmentation. Chin augmentation is generally performed only after the facial bones are fully developed, usually not before the age of 15 in girls and 17 in boys.
Chin augmentation with implants, genioplasty (where the patient’s own chin bone is shifted forward and secured into a new position), or chin reduction surgery can recontour the lower face to create a more pleasing profile.
Length of Surgery – Usually 30 minutes for chin augmentation with implant; longer for more extensive chin procedures.
Anesthesia – Most operations can be offered either under local or general anesthesia and as such we can give you a choice.
Regardless, of which approach is selected, we handpick, primarily with safety in mind, the best Anesthesiologist available for your surgery.
Total intravenous anesthesia; TIVA with or without intubation, has been, for the last five years, an often preferred modality in our practice. It avoids anesthetic gases and limits the use of opioids and narcotics. As a result blood loss during surgery and after surgery nausea and vomiting are eliminated or greatly reduced.
Recovery – Initial mild to moderate discomfort; up and about first day; swelling and bruising mostly gone in 10 approximately 10 days; back to work in one to two weeks; full effect usually in three to four weeks.
Scars – Undetectable within mouth or usually not noticeable beneath the chin.
What is Chin and Cheek Augmentation?
Chin and cheek augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure that improves the shape and appearance of the chin and cheeks. It can be used to:
- Increase the size and projection of the chin
- Add volume to the cheeks
- Balance facial proportions
- Improve facial harmony
Benefits of Chin and Cheek Augmentation
Chin and cheek augmentation can provide a number of benefits, including:
- A more youthful appearance
- A more defined jawline
- Fuller cheeks
- A more balanced facial profile
- Increased self-confidence
Who is a Good Candidate for Chin and Cheek Augmentation?
Chin and cheek augmentation is a good option for patients who:
- Have a weak or receding chin
- Have flat cheeks
- Have unbalanced facial proportions
- Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations
View Dr. Fodor’s Chin & Cheek Before After Gallery
How Much Does Chin and Cheek Augmentation Cost?
There are several factors to consider when selecting a qualified plastic surgeon and determining the cost of chin and cheek augmentation to achieve improved facial balance, definition, and contour:
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- Qualification and expertise of the surgeon – It is strongly recommended that your procedure is performed by a board certified plastic surgeon. Board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery helps ensure proper training, surgical expertise, and adherence to high safety standards. Patients should be cautious of providers advertising unrelated or non-recognized certifications.
- Type of augmentation used – The cost of chin and cheek augmentation can vary depending on whether the procedure is performed with implants, injectable fillers, fat grafting, or another technique. Surgical implants generally involve higher facility and anesthesia costs, while nonsurgical options may have lower upfront costs but often require maintenance over time.
- Extent of correction needed – Some patients need subtle enhancement to improve facial proportion, while others may require more significant augmentation to correct a weak chin, flat cheeks, facial asymmetry, or age-related volume loss. More complex cases often require a customized treatment plan, which can affect the overall cost.
- Combination procedures – Chin and cheek augmentation may be combined with other facial procedures such as rhinoplasty, facelift, neck lift, chin liposuction, or eyelid surgery. Since anesthesia and facility fees may be shared, combining procedures can sometimes reduce the overall cost compared to performing each procedure separately.
- Implant selection and surgical complexity – When implants are used, cost may vary based on implant type, size, material, placement technique, and whether one or multiple facial areas are being treated. Proper implant positioning is critical to avoid asymmetry, shifting, infection, or an unnatural appearance.
- Revision or corrective surgery – Patients seeking correction from a previous chin or cheek augmentation may require more advanced techniques, implant removal or replacement, scar tissue correction, or additional contouring. Revision procedures often vary in cost depending on the complexity of the case and the level of expertise required.
On average, chin and cheek augmentation can range from approximately $4,000 to $15,000, depending on the technique used, the number of areas treated, and the factors above. Surgical implant procedures typically take 1 to 3 hours, and patients are usually discharged the same day after a short recovery period.
Patients should be cautious of significantly discounted procedures offered by unqualified providers. While lower pricing may seem appealing, it can lead to facial imbalance, poor implant placement, asymmetry, infection, visible irregularities, or the need for revision surgery, which is often more costly and complex.
Because chin and cheek augmentation involves precise changes to facial structure and proportion, choosing an experienced and trusted surgeon is critical. The quality of care and results often reflect the surgeon’s expertise, making it important to prioritize skill, safety, and natural-looking outcomes over price alone.
DOUBLE BOARD CERTIFIED
Dr. Fodor is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery.
AUTHORITY
Dr. Fodor is known as a leader in plastic surgery. He is a past president of the Lipoplasty Society of North America and a past president of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
In addition to serving as a Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at UCLA, Dr. Fodor has been in leadership positions of numerous plastic surgery organizations including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons.
EXPERIENCE
Dr. Fodor pioneered or contributed significantly to the development of all modern liposuction techniques such as VASER, Power Assisted Suction, Superficial Liposuction, . . . These are documented in dozens of liposuction related medical articles he published in peer reviewed journals. You can access his CV on the website.
EXPERTISE
Widely recognized by the national and international Plastic Surgery community as a Lipoplasty educator through his contributions at medical conferences and live surgical demonstrations.
Patient testimonial after having neck liposuction and chin augmentation just five days after surgery.
Patient testimonial after having neck lipo and chin implant 12 days after surgery.
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