What Is a Chin Augmentation?

A chin augmentation, also called genioplasty or mentoplasty, is a surgical procedure that enhances the size, shape, or projection of the chin to improve facial balance. It’s typically performed to correct a recessed or weak chin, which can make other features, particularly the nose and jawline, appear disproportionate. Using carefully selected implants, a chin augmentation builds structure and definition, creating a stronger, more harmonious facial profile.

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Sculpting the Lower Face

Chin augmentations go beyond changing your profile to bring your entire facial structure into better proportion. Here, our patients come to us to achieve the following:

  • Improved balance among facial features
  • A stronger, more defined jawline
  • Reduced appearance of jowls or hanging neck tissue
  • Enhanced results when combined with rhinoplasty
  • A more youthful, vibrant overall profile

Are You a Candidate for a Chin Augmentation?

Ideal candidates for a chin augmentation in Valdosta, GA, are healthy, non-smoking adults who fit the following criteria: 

  • Have a weak, receding, or underprojected chin
  • Feel their chin affects their facial balance
  • Wish to increase the size and projection of their chin

During your initial consultation, Dr. Merriman will assess your facial anatomy to confirm your candidacy and determine whether your chin is affecting your overall balance.

The PSAV Difference

When you choose Plastic Surgery Associates of Valdosta for your chin augmentation, you choose an experience that’s grounded in clinical excellence and patient safety at every level. Your procedure will be performed in our state-licensed, Medicare-certified, and QUAD A-accredited facility, so your care never leaves our hands. We’re committed to safe, effective, and comfortable aesthetic care, and our team is available to answer any questions you have, from first consultation to final follow-up. 

Here, every chin augmentation is led by our founder, Dr. Sonya Merriman. She brings more than 30 years of facial surgery experience to our practice, backed by board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Merriman takes a highly individualized approach to chin implant selection and placement, focusing on subtle, proportional enhancement that strengthens your profile without ever looking artificial.

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A Confidential Consultation

Your chin augmentation journey will begin with a private, one-on-one consultation where Dr. Merriman evaluates your facial proportions, discusses your goals, and helps you understand which implant size and shape best suits your features.

She'll also discuss whether pairing this procedure with rhinoplasty or another facial surgery could improve your overall results. You'll leave with a clear, honest picture of what to expect, without any pressure to commit before you're ready.

Pricing Your Procedure

The cost of your chin augmentation in Valdosta, GA, will depend on the following factors: 

  • Implant type and insertion technique 
  • Surgical complexity
  • Extent of correction
  • Whether additional procedures will be performed in the same session

We'll provide a full, itemized quote after your initial consultation, along with all available financing options to help make your procedure more accessible.

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I have been very pleased with all the services I receive at Sonya Merriman; everyone is so friendly and professional. I have had a light chemical peel, microneedling, and hydraf...

I have been very pleased with all the services I receive at Sonya Merriman; everyone is so friendly and professional. I have had a light chemical peel, microneedling, and hydrafacial by Amy, who is fantastic. She is extremely knowledgeable and provides suggestions to get the results I want without making me feel pressured or uncomfortable. I am very pleased with the results!!

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Highly recommend Mrs. Sonya Merriman’s office. I had my breast augmentation done a couple of days ago, and I couldn’t ask for a better experience than the one I had! Everyone in the office is absolutely fantastic, definitely feel like family once you leave. Liz was great at going over everything with me before my consultation. Dr. Sonya came in and talked to me for a good 20 minutes and explained to me the different implants, what she would do, etc., asked for her opinion on my size, and I felt completely comfortable!! Kelley was my nurse, and she was great!! She helped answer any questions my husband and I had before I went back. Also, Dr. Sonya’s husband was the anesthesiologist and was so kind! He’s the last person I remember talking to before I was out, haha. I love how they call and check on you after your surgery, and if there is anything you may need. My recovery so far has been absolutely amazing, and I couldn’t have done without their support and instructions on what to do after surgery. I highly recommend their office for everything ❤️ definitely will be back!

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I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to get my procedure done with Dr. Merriman. I had breast augmentation six months ago (lift and implants). Initially, I felt apprehensive about the process. Fear of the unknown, I suppose. But at Valdosta Plastic Surgery, the process was laid out step-by-step. Everyone was kind, helpful, and made sure I received answers to any questions I may have. From the start, there were no surprises about costs or timelines. That was laid out nicely for me in the initial callback I received in response to my online consultation request. Dr. Merriman was sure to tell me about the risks and took the time during the initial office consultation to listen/look at my desired outcome. Again and again, I was reminded that if I had any questions, then I could reach out to Dr. Merriman directly after the surgery. They made me feel so comfortable that I reached out two times to ask a question. I received immediate responses. In the end, recovery was a piece of cake. Though Dr. Merriman will tell you that it is different for everyone. I thought the instructions I received for managing the recovery were spot on. It has now been 6 months since the surgery, and the outcome is better than everything I had hoped for. They are symmetrical, even, I have feelings in both nipples, and the size is exactly what I had hoped for. Interestingly, she used one size bigger than what was initially considered. I attribute that to Dr. Merriman's keen eye for aesthetics and high level of experience. She had seen what outcome I had envisioned, and during surgery, she fit me with the right size to achieve the look that I was hoping for. I am so glad that I decided on Valdosta Plastic Surgery. I highly recommend their office. I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to get my procedure done with Dr. Merriman.

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What to Expect From Your Chin Augmentation in Valdosta, GA

Chin augmentation is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on your specific plan. To begin your surgery, Dr. Merriman will make a small incision beneath the chin or inside the mouth, then position a custom implant to achieve your desired projection and shape.

Your incision will be closed with fine sutures to promote smooth healing and scarring. Most chin augmentations are completed in under an hour, though timing can vary if combined with another facial surgery.

Gentle Recovery for Natural-Looking Results

Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness around the chin and jaw are common in the first week after surgery and gradually subside as healing progresses. Most patients return to normal daily activities, including desk work, social gatherings, and light movement, within a few days, though strenuous activity should be avoided for at least four weeks.  As residual swelling continues to resolve, your new, more balanced profile becomes clearer, with final results typically visible within a few months. Many of our patients report feeling their confidence grow as they heal, helping them feel more self-assured in both personal and professional settings.

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Choosing Your Augmentation Technique 

The right approach for your chin augmentation will depend on your specific facial structure and goals. During your initial consultation, Dr. Merriman will assess your facial structure and decide which of the following options is right for you: 

  • Silicone Implant Augmentation: The most common approach, an implant-based augmentation uses a custom-made silicone implant to achieve permanent, lasting projection.
  • Sliding Genioplasty: This more intensive technique repositions the natural jawbone to achieve structural correction and may not be suitable for patients with TMJ. 
  • Filler-Based Augmentation: Ideal for patients who aren’t ready for surgery, this non-surgical alternative uses advanced dermal fillers to temporarily increase chin size.

Completing Your Perfect Transformation

Many of our patients in Tifton, Waycross, Albany, and Valdosta incorporate a chin augmentation into an overarching facial rejuvenation strategy, combining multiple procedures to achieve their desired look. Complementary treatments include the following: 

  • BOTOX
  • Dermal fillers
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Brow lift

Dr. Merriman will help determine which option, or combination, best fits your goals during your consultation.

Chin Augmentation Frequently Asked Questions

Will a chin implant feel natural?

Yes. Once fully healed, modern silicone chin implants are designed to feel similar to your natural jawbone, and most patients no longer notice the implant in everyday life. Dr. Merriman carefully selects the implant size and shape to complement your facial anatomy and achieve natural-looking results.

Is chin augmentation reversible?

Yes. Chin implants can be removed or exchanged for a different size if your aesthetic goals change in the future. This flexibility is one of the advantages of implant-based chin augmentation compared with procedures that permanently reposition the chin bone.

How long will the results of a chin implant last?

Chin implants are designed to provide permanent, long-term enhancement and generally do not require replacement. Unlike filler-based chin augmentation, which requires ongoing maintenance treatments, a chin implant offers lasting improvement to your facial profile.

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