Medical genioplasty is an aesthetic-oriented medicine procedure that consists of modifying the volume, projection, or shape of the chin through injections of hyaluronic acid. It differs from surgical genioplasty by the absence of bone modification, skin incision, and general anesthesia. The treatment is based on the use of resorbable injectable products, allowing for a temporary and reversible correction.
This medical approach aims to modify the contours of the chin through controlled volumetric augmentation, performed in precise anatomical planes. Hyaluronic acid acts as a filling and supporting material, gradually integrating into the tissues without altering their function.
Medical genioplasty is part of a non-invasive morphological correction approach. It makes it possible to intervene on the chin area without resorting to surgery.
The initial consultation systematically precedes any hyaluronic acid injection in the chin area. It constitutes an essential medical step, dedicated to the morphological analysis of the chin region and to the evaluation of its role in the overall balance of the face. The chin is a central area for the facial profile (medical profiloplasty) and for the definition of the oval ; its examination is carried out both from the front and in profile, in static and dynamic conditions.
During this consultation, Dr. Romano analyzes the projection of the chin, its height, its width, and its symmetry. The analysis also takes into account the relationship of the chin with the lips, the mandible, and the rest of the face. This evaluation makes it possible to identify any imbalances and to determine whether correction with hyaluronic acid is relevant in this specific context.
A complete medical interview is carried out in order to collect medical history, ongoing treatments, and any previous aesthetic procedures, notably injections of hyaluronic acid, Sculptra, or botulinum toxin. Dr. Romano verifies the absence of contraindications and ensures that the patient’s request is compatible with a medical, non-surgical approach.
This consultation is also a time for information. The patient is informed about the nature of the procedure, its limitations, and its temporary character. At the end of this discussion, a personalized management proposal is formulated, adapted to the morphology of the chin and to the expressed expectations.
Injection of hyaluronic acid into the chin is indicated when an abnormality of volume, projection, or symmetry of the chin region alters facial balance. The main indication concerns an insufficiently projected chin, which may create a receding profile and disrupt facial proportions.
The treatment is also indicated in cases of chin asymmetry, whether constitutional or acquired. A difference in volume or shape between the two sides can be corrected in a targeted manner with hyaluronic acid injections, allowing for a progressive harmonization of the chin region.
Hyaluronic acid of the chin is also indicated in patients presenting a loss of support related to aging. Bone resorption and the loss of soft tissues may lead to a modification of the chin shape, contributing to sagging of the oval. In this context, the injection helps restore appropriate structural support.
Finally, the treatment may be indicated as part of an embellishment approach, when the morphology of the chin does not integrate harmoniously with the rest of the face. Each indication is based on a precise medical evaluation, aimed at correcting an identified imbalance without altering the patient’s facial identity.
Hyaluronic acid injections in the chin offer the advantage of providing a targeted and controlled correction of a central area of the face, without resorting to surgical intervention. This medical approach makes it possible to act on the projection and shape of the chin in a progressive manner, with precise control of the injected volumes.
A major advantage lies in the modular nature of the treatment. The correction can be adjusted according to the patient’s morphology and the evolution of the face over time. This flexibility of use is particularly well suited to the chin area, where excessive correction can quickly alter facial harmony.
Hyaluronic acid injections in the chin also offer an excellent tolerance profile when performed according to rigorous medical protocols. The biocompatibility of the product and its progressive integration into the tissues allow for a stable correction, without rigidity or alteration of the natural mobility of the area.
Finally, this technique allows for rapid management, as the medical procedure is non-invasive and can be performed during a consultation, which constitutes a notable advantage for patients seeking correction without constraints.
Before performing a hyaluronic acid injection in the chin area, certain preparatory measures are recommended in order to reduce local reactions and to ensure optimal conditions for the medical procedure. In the days preceding the session, it is preferable to limit the use of substances that may promote bleeding or bruising, notably certain analgesics or treatments with anticoagulant effects, in the absence of medical contraindications.
The day before and the day of the treatment, it is advised to avoid alcohol consumption, as it may accentuate transient inflammatory phenomena in the chin area. Nutritional supplements likely to influence coagulation should also be temporarily discontinued, following medical advice.
It is recommended not to excessively stress the skin of the chin in the days preceding the injection. Invasive aesthetic treatments, repeated exfoliations, or the use of irritating products should be postponed in order to preserve skin integrity.
Finally, any situation likely to interfere with the performance of the procedure, such as skin irritation, a local infection, or recent treatment, must be reported to Dr. Romano during the consultation. Adhering to these recommendations makes it possible to approach the injection under safe and reassuring medical conditions.
The hyaluronic acid injection session for the chin takes place in the medical office. Before the procedure begins, the chin area is precisely mapped out, making it possible to visualize the axes, contours, and areas to be treated in accordance with the plan established during the initial consultation.
The skin is then prepared through careful cleansing followed by meticulous disinfection. Depending on the patient’s sensitivity, local anesthesia may be proposed in order to improve comfort during the injection. This anesthesia is adapted to the chin area, which may present variable sensitivity depending on the patient.
The injection itself is carried out progressively, through controlled deposits of hyaluronic acid. Dr. Romano adjusts the technique in real time, taking into account tissue response and chin symmetry. Volumes are administered with precision in order to respect the natural shape of the chin region.
Throughout the session, a visual assessment is performed to ensure treatment coherence. The duration of the procedure is generally short.
The injection of hyaluronic acid into the chin region requires the use of a product specifically adapted to the mechanical and anatomical constraints of this area. The chin is subjected to significant forces related to chewing, speech, and the mobility of the lower face, which necessitates a rigorous choice of injectable gel.
The hyaluronic acid used must present a strong projection capacity and excellent stability over time. Gels with high density and marked structuring power are favored in order to ensure effective maintenance of the volume and the achieved shape. An insufficiently cross-linked product would risk migrating or being resorbed prematurely.
The cohesivity of the gel is also a determining criterion. A hyaluronic acid that is too supple would not allow durable support of the chin region, while an excessively rigid product could alter the natural suppleness of the tissues. The choice therefore relies on a precise balance between firmness and tissue integration.
Finally, product selection takes into account the planned depth of injection and the patient’s morphology. The physician adapts the type of hyaluronic acid to each clinical situation, in order to obtain a stable, harmonious correction that respects the anatomy of the chin.
After a hyaluronic acid injection of the chin, certain recommendations must be followed in order to promote proper tissue adaptation and to avoid any excessive mobilization of the product. It is advised to limit repeated and forceful movements of the chin area during the first hours, particularly gestures involving pressure or prolonged support.
In the days following the injection, it is preferable to postpone activities that may strongly involve the lower face. Intense physical efforts, prolonged exposure to heat or extreme cold should be temporarily avoided, in order not to exacerbate the local inflammatory reaction.
Cosmetic care applied to the treated area must be used with caution. Makeup on the chin may be resumed after a delay recommended by Dr. Romano, while aesthetic treatments involving manipulation of the lower face should be postponed. The use of soothing or moisturizing products may be considered, following medical advice.
In the event of discomfort or moderate swelling, simple measures such as the indirect application of cold may be proposed.
The protocol favors injections performed in deep planes, most often in contact with the bone plane, in order to obtain a stable support and projection effect. This choice allows better control of the injected volume and limits the risk of product migration. Injection points are defined with precision, according to the midline axis, symmetry, and the desired shape of the chin.
The injection of hyaluronic acid is carried out progressively, through successive and controlled deposits. Volumes are deliberately moderate and adjusted step by step, in order to respect facial balance and avoid any excessive correction. Particular attention is paid to symmetry and contour continuity.
The protocol systematically includes an immediate evaluation after the injection, in order to verify the accuracy of the correction and the proper integration of the product. A follow-up consultation may then be scheduled to assess the evolution of the chin after stabilization of the hyaluronic acid. This rigorous medical follow-up constitutes an essential element both for the safety of the procedure and for the quality of the result obtained.
The duration of the effects of hyaluronic acid injected into the chin varies according to several medical and anatomical parameters. In practice, the result most often lasts between 12 and 18 months. This longevity is explained by the depth of the injections and by the relative mechanical stability of the chin region, compared with more mobile areas of the face.
The type of hyaluronic acid used directly influences the persistence of the result. Gels with strong structuring capacity, specifically designed for projection and support, show increased resistance to the progressive degradation of the product. Their stability allows for more durable maintenance of the volumes obtained.
The duration of the effects also depends on individual factors, such as the patient’s metabolism, age, and mechanical stresses of the lower third of the face. In some patients, resorption may be faster, while in others, the result persists beyond the observed average.
The disappearance of the effect is progressive and homogeneous, without any abrupt modification of the appearance of the chin. This evolution makes it possible, if necessary, to consider maintenance treatment under natural conditions, accompanying the morphological evolution of the face rather than counteracting it.
The aftereffects of a hyaluronic acid injection in the chin area are generally simple and well tolerated. In the hours following the procedure, local sensitivity may appear, accompanied by moderate swelling of the chin region. These manifestations correspond to the normal tissue response and tend to regress spontaneously.
Small bruises may be observed at the injection site, with a progressive and transient evolution. A sensation of tension or firmness of the chin may also be felt during the first days, while the hyaluronic acid adapts to the tissues and the local inflammation subsides.
The evolution of the aftereffects is assessed during a follow-up consultation, which makes it possible to verify chin symmetry and proper product integration. In the majority of cases, the aftereffects do not cause social downtime and the resumption of daily activities is rapid.
The discreet and transient nature of the aftereffects is an advantage of medical genioplasty with hyaluronic acid injections.
During follow-up consultations, patients who have benefited from a hyaluronic acid injection of the chin most often express satisfaction related to the restored harmony of the face. The change is not perceived as a transformation, but as a correction that rebalances the lower third and improves the profile.
The result is generally described as discreet and natural. Patients do not notice a “modified” chin, but rather a more balanced face, particularly in profile. This absence of a visible or artificial effect constitutes a central element of long-term satisfaction.
In terms of acceptability, medical genioplasty by hyaluronic acid injection is most often experienced as a simple procedure, well tolerated and easy to integrate into daily life.
