Chin Surgery (Genioplasty)
in Seoul
Reshape the chin to improve projection, width, length, symmetry, and overall facial balance.
Genioplasty can involve advancing, reducing, shortening, narrowing, or repositioning the chin depending on bone structure, profile, lower-face proportions, and individual goals.
Genioplasty Overview
Genioplasty is a facial contouring procedure that reshapes or repositions the chin to improve lower-face balance from both the front and side views.
Depending on individual anatomy, surgery may be used to advance a retruded chin, reduce excessive projection, shorten or lengthen the chin, narrow its width, or improve asymmetry.
During consultation, the surgeon evaluates chin projection, width, vertical length, jawline, facial asymmetry, dental relationship, and the balance between the forehead, nose, lips, and lower face.
The goal is not simply to create a smaller or more projected chin, but to improve the relationship between the chin, jawline, and overall facial proportions.
Because chin shape can significantly affect both the frontal appearance and side profile, genioplasty should be planned according to individual skeletal structure rather than following a single standardized shape.
Common Genioplasty Goals
Chin Advancement
Moves a retruded or underprojected chin forward to improve side-profile balance and the relationship between the chin, lips, and jawline.
Chin Reduction & Shortening
Reduces excessive chin projection or vertical length when the chin appears too prominent or long for the overall facial proportions.
Chin Width & Asymmetry
Narrows, widens, or repositions the chin to improve frontal balance, symmetry, and the transition from the jawline to the chin.
What to Consider Before Genioplasty
Chin Projection & Length
The surgeon should evaluate how far the chin projects and whether its vertical length is balanced with the lips, nose, jawline, and overall facial profile.
Jaw & Dental Relationship
Chin position should be assessed together with the lower jaw and bite. Significant jaw or occlusion problems may require evaluation beyond genioplasty alone.
Facial Asymmetry
Differences in chin position, jaw shape, and lower-face width can affect the surgical plan and the degree of symmetry that can realistically be achieved.
Surgical Goals & Technique
Ask whether the plan involves advancing, reducing, shortening, lengthening, narrowing, or repositioning the chin, and why that approach is appropriate for your anatomy.
Genioplasty Recovery
First Week
Swelling, bruising, tightness, and discomfort around the chin and lower lip are common during the early recovery period. Temporary numbness or altered sensation may occur, and a soft or liquid diet may be recommended depending on the surgical approach.
1–4 Weeks
Visible swelling usually decreases gradually, and many patients begin returning to normal daily activities. Mild stiffness, numbness, or residual swelling around the chin and lower face may still remain during this period.
Long-Term Healing
Subtle swelling and tissue changes can continue for several months as the chin settles into its final position and contour. Final refinement depends on the extent of bone repositioning, soft-tissue response, and individual healing.
Genioplasty FAQ
What is genioplasty?
Genioplasty is a facial contouring procedure that reshapes or repositions the chin to improve projection, width, length, symmetry, and overall lower-face balance.
What types of chin changes can genioplasty address?
Depending on the individual case, genioplasty may advance a retruded chin, reduce excessive projection, shorten or lengthen the chin, narrow its width, or improve asymmetry.
Is genioplasty the same as jaw surgery?
No. Genioplasty focuses on the chin itself, while orthognathic jaw surgery changes the position of the upper or lower jaw and is often considered when significant bite or skeletal alignment problems are present.
How long does swelling last after genioplasty?
Most visible swelling gradually improves over the first few weeks, but mild swelling, stiffness, or numbness can persist longer. Subtle changes may continue for several months.
Is genioplasty suitable for every patient?
Not necessarily. The appropriate treatment depends on chin shape, jaw position, facial proportions, dental relationship, asymmetry, and individual surgical goals.
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