Beauty From Every Angle: The Chin Is The New Cheek

Dr. Anna Avaliani is a leading female expert on Upper East Side in New York City specializing in cosmetic and laser surgery. She is a Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, ASLMS (American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery), and a Diplomat of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Dr.Avaliani’s unique approach is very much appreciated and recognized locally and internationally by her loyal patient following. Her high-end clientele includes many celebrity models, actors, TV hosts, celebrity makeup artists, hairstylists, fashion designers, and many billionaires and influential people.

Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Anna Avaliani explains how a non-surgical chin augmentation is performed to achieve a defined jawline, make a double chin disappear, and the face look slimmer instantly.

RestylanePhoto Credit: Courtesy of Dr. AvalianiDr. Avaliani is a GAIN national injection trainer for Galderma and is very proud to be a part of the incredible team of leaders in new innovations for facial harmonization techniques. Chin definition has always been a key area in her practice for many years and now it’s great to see that FDA approved chin injections as well. Thanks to being one of the leaders and artists in the aesthetic market, Dr. Avaliani has been offering her patients non-surgical chin augmentation procedures for the last 5 years.

Facial harmonization and facial balancing are now gaining more attention than overfilled and overcorrected cheeks. The recent approval of Restylane Defyne for chin augmentation in February 2021 has generated a lot of excitement in the aesthetic industry.

What is a non-surgical chin augmentation?

It’s also known as a chin filler injection or chin filler augmentation which is done with an injection of a dermal filler.

Who is an ideal candidate for non-surgical chin augmentation?

Any person who feels like their side profile is non-defined, maybe they feel like they have a double chin or maybe their nose looks too big in proportion to their face or maybe they feel like they have. a lot of sad lines around their mouth. Many people look at themselves in many different ways, therefore chin definition is something that can easily balance and frame someone’s face.

Some of the amazing benefits of non-surgical chin augmentation that are life-changing:

• It can make the face look slimmer and longer
• It’s a great part of the facial harmonization technique
• It creates facial slimming and contouring that is semi-permanent
• It can make the face look more masculine for a male patient
• It can give more definition and support
• It can make the face look younger and creates less saggy skin in the neck area
• It improves profile for both men and women
• It improves double chin appearance for both men and women

Why has Restylane Defyne been chosen as the best filler for non-surgical chin augmentation?

The natural expression HA technology of Restylane Defyne makes it an ideal candidate which adds support and allows flexibility. The chin is closely located to the mouth area and having a very stiff chin may make one feel slightly awkward and may look obvious that something was done to the chin, while Restylane Defyne has a natural expression technology that moves with you as you speak and makes any facial expression while maintaining facial balance and harmonization without being obvious. This product is simply a great hidden secret in the hands of injection artists.

chin augmentationPhoto Credit: Courtesy of Dr. AvalianiHow long does non-surgical chin augmentation last?

The exact duration varies from person to person and is dependent on a few factors like:

• The type of filler (HA or other products or even the type of HA)
• The injected volume
• The metabolism of the patient
• The location is one of them as well, but the chin is a pretty solid structure that doesn’t move as much as the lips for example.
• The average duration is about 12 months or 1 year. If you need 2-4 syringes to achieve the desired result, then in 12 months you may need just 1 or 2 MLS to keep the results.

How much does non-surgical chin augmentation cost?

The cost varies depending on the location of the practice, the experience of the provider as well as the injection technique used and the amount of product to be used. It is impossible to accurately predict the cost without an in-person consultation.

How many syringes are needed for non-surgical chin augmentation?

That number varies from person to person and is dependent on the individual's anatomy. The average amount injected during clinical trials was anywhere between 4-6 ml of product. Please understand that 5 ml or 5 cc of a product is only a tiny teaspoon and is not a lot. Some people will only need 1-2 syringes if they have already good chin support but people that need more support will need more product. It can easily take more than one visit to achieve a “happy spot” which is the most recommended approach for safety and patient outcomes.

How long is the recovery after non-surgical chin augmentation?

The recovery is very uneventful. There might be a feeling of tightness, soreness for 1-2 days after the procedure. The most common side effects reported are redness, swelling, soreness, and bruising which usually last for a few days only. This one is fairly easy.

chinPhoto Credit: Courtesy of Dr. AvalianiHow long does a non-surgical chin augmentation procedure take?

Once the procedure starts, it can take 5-10 minutes depending on patient comfort and the number of syringes to be used and well and the hand and expertise of the provider. Non-surgical chin augmentation with Dr. Avaliani usually takes 5-10 minutes the most as the performs multiple injection procedures on daily basis.

Does non-surgical chin augmentation hurt?

There is absolutely no pain or discomfort. The topical numbing and the lidocaine inside the HA filler only give a slight discomfort. It’s probably the easiest and the most comfortable area for the patient to receive an injection into.

Can men get non-surgical chin augmentation?

Absolutely. Strong chins have always been considered very attractive and very powerful. A strong chin for a male patient is almost as important as having luscious and full lips for a female patient.

Can women get non-surgical chin augmentation?

Women can absolutely get non-surgical chin augmentation as it will balance their features, allows for a longer, slimmer, and more defined look while creating support and removing a double chin, and softening or erasing early jowls.

How do I know what product is the best for non-surgical chin augmentation?

Restylane Defyne is likely the best and only product on the market which slows for support and flexibility at the same time. The two other HA fillers which can be used for chin augmentation are Restylane Lyft and Juvederm Voluma. The best product would be determined by your aesthetic provider at the time of your in-person consultation.

Do results of non-surgical chin augmentation look similar to receiving a chin implant?

The answer depends on whether the appropriate candidate was chosen and whether the patient had realistic expectations and whether the aesthetic provider was skilled in delivering the most amazing results. If the appropriate patient, with realistic expectations, comes to an injection expert, then the result can absolutely look like a chin implant was injected except the patient has no recovery, no scars, no potential nerve damage, etc. The best and most accurate answer is that it depends. Surgery and non-surgery cannot be considered the same, but in the best cases, they can be pretty close.

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