Chin Augmentation (Mentoplasty)
A chin implant or mentoplasty is performed either to increase or decrease the size of the chin, and frequently accompanies rhinoplasty. The ideal chin projects to a point immediately below the lower lip.

When evaluating the face, the proportions of all facial features are considered. A large nose may appear larger because of a weak projection of the chin. It is often recommended that a rhinoplasty and chin augmentation be performed at the same time to achieve the most desirable effect - Balance.

Recently developed chin implants are capable of eliminating frontal jowls and drool lines.

Cheek Implants (Malarplasty)
The three "landmarks" of the face are the chin, nose, and cheek areas. When one of these three is out of proportion, the face may appear unbalanced.

Strong cheekbones have always created an illusion of beauty. By increasing the definition of the face, the overall appearance is enhanced. Shallow cheekbones, resulting from heredity or the re-absorption of bone tissue occurs naturally as we age, creating a flat, hollow look. Early facial sagging is corrected with the implants, creating much the same effect as the facelift. Prominent cheekbones also enhance the appearance of the eyes.

A soft elastic implant is inserted through an incision in the mouth or under the chin. Occasionally a suture is needed to hold the implant in place until the body's tissue conforms to the implant in roughly 3 days.

Results will be apparent immediately following surgery, though swelling and bruising will subside gradually over the next two to three weeks.

Liposuction
Liposuction is the suction assisted fat removal procedure commonly used in facial re-contouring. In younger patients, it is a surgical option for the removal of a double chin and jowls. Younger skin usually has enough elasticity to reshape and re-contour after this neckline procedure. In older patients, liposuction is an excellent option which enhances the facelift procedure.