Reshaping of Chin and Cheeks – Enhancing Facial Harmony

By Dr. Kaustubh Prabhune – Consultant Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon, Pune

Facial symmetry and balance play a significant role in enhancing one’s appearance. If you have a prominent or receding chin or flat cheekbones, modern cosmetic surgery offers effective solutions to reshape and contour your face.

Chin Reshaping
A jutting chin can be reduced by carefully removing some of the chin bone, while a recessive (weak) chin can be enhanced by either:

• Sliding the chin forward using a controlled surgical technique.
• Inserting an implant to provide better projection and structure.

These procedures are performed through a small incision inside the mouth, between the lower lip and the gum. In the case of an implant, the incision may be placed discreetly in the natural crease under the chin.

Cheek Augmentation
Individuals with flat or underdeveloped cheekbones can achieve a more defined and youthful facial structure through cheek implants. These implants are:

• Inserted over the cheekbones via small incisions inside the mouth.
• Typically made of silicone or other biocompatible materials, ensuring safety and long-term tolerance.
• Occasionally, a bone graft may be necessary, usually taken from the hip, which may leave a small scar.

When incisions are made inside the mouth, there are no visible scars, making the procedure highly aesthetic.

Recovery and Healing

• Swelling and bruising are common but typically subside within three weeks.
• Temporary numbness of the lower lip (after chin surgery) or the upper lip and nose (after cheek surgery) is expected. It usually resolves within a few days, though some tingling sensations may persist for a short period.

With expert surgical care and advanced techniques, reshaping the chin and cheeks can enhance facial harmony, restore confidence, and improve overall aesthetics.

For consultations and expert advice, visit Dr. Kaustubh Prabhune, Consultant Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon in Pune.