The chin plays an important role in facial symmetry, but many people hesitate to address it because they are reluctant to deal with the recovery time associated with chin implant surgeries. However, there is now another option for chin augmentation: dermal fillers. Juvéderm Voluma XC, a popular dermal filler, is now FDA-approved for chin augmentations, allowing patients to get the contour they want without invasive surgery. Here is what you need to know.
About Juvéderm Voluma XC
One of the multiple versions of Juvéderm available, Juvéderm Voluma XC has long been used as a cheek filler to boost volume and create contour. It is a hyaluronic acid-based, gel-like injectable that can be strategically placed to alter facial symmetry and increase volume that has been lost through aging. Although many plastic surgeons have been using this filler for chin augmentation off label for years, the FDA has finally authorized it specifically for chin enhancements, confirming its safety and effectiveness.
Dermal Fillers versus Chin Implant Surgery
Juvéderm Voluma XC is a simple, in-office procedure that can be performed with or without numbing medications. A small, thin needle is used to inject the filler strategically into the areas of the chin in which you want to see increased volume. The procedure is fast and well-tolerated. Some minor bruising may occur after treatment, along with some soreness that should subside within a day or so. Your results are visible immediately.
Chin implant surgeries similarly increase the volume and alter the shape of the chin. They are performed under general anesthesia. Most people must take about a week away from work, and swelling in the chin can persist for several weeks. The results are not visible until the swelling subsides.
Good Candidates for Juvéderm Voluma XC
The best way to decide if Juvéderm Voluma XC is right for you is to make an appointment for a consultation. Dermal fillers work best for minor to moderate chin augmentations. For larger changes, a chin implant may offer better results. Your plastic surgeon will help you choose the right procedures to get the outcome you want.
Make your appointment today for a dermal filler consultation in Tucson at Maloney Plastic Surgery. Contact our office by calling (520) 298-2330 for more information or to schedule your visit.
