Wondering what chin fillers really do to your face? On this page you'll read honestly what changes between "before" and "after": from a receding or short chin to a more balanced profile, a tighter jaw-neckline and more balance between your chin, lips and nose. No exaggerated promises, but a realistic picture. You'll discover how the result looks immediately after treatment, how it settles after a few days and what to expect in the longer term. The starting point at Dr T. always remains the same: subtle and respectful, a chin that suits your face.
Chin fillers are an injectable based on hyaluronic acid with which your chin is built up more precisely. In the "before" photo you often see a chin that recedes, looks too short or has little projection. Because of this, the lower part of your face seems out of balance, especially in profile.
In the "after" situation, your chin is slightly lengthened or projected forward, making your profile look calmer and more balanced. The line from your chin to your neck often becomes tighter and the ratio between chin, lips and nose is better. The effect remains natural: it's your own face, just in better balance.
Important: chin fillers do not change bone structure, they add volume and shape in the soft tissues. With a strongly receding chin due to the jaw position, the result can therefore be limited. We discuss this honestly during your consultation.
The clearest difference between before and after is seen in people with a slightly receding or short chin, a less defined profile, or a chin-neckline that "blurs" somewhat. Also those who want more symmetry or a slightly stronger lower face half usually see a beautiful and subtle result.
It is less suitable when the wish mainly concerns the jaw position or teeth. Then an orthodontist or oral surgeon can give a more appropriate answer and we say that honestly. Also with an active infection in the area or certain autoimmune diseases, we postpone the treatment. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, we never treat.
Do you have very high expectations of a dramatic change? Then it's good to know that chin fillers refine and balance, not completely reshape. A realistic picture beforehand ensures the most satisfaction afterwards.
We start with a consultation in which we look at your face at rest and in profile and together discuss your "before" situation and goal. We look at your entire lower face half, not just the chin, so that the result remains in balance.
The treatment itself usually takes a short time. We work with a fine needle or cannula and use filler that often already contains a numbing agent, so it remains comfortable. Your chin is built up precisely in small amounts, with adjustments in between to get the difference between before and after just right.
Immediately after the treatment, you can already see the result. Because we deliberately work subtly, a second, limited touch-up after a few weeks can sometimes be useful. Better to build up than to overdo it.
Immediately after the treatment, you already see a clear "after" effect, although there may be slight swelling which makes your chin look a bit fuller the first days than the final result. That is normal and subsides on its own.
After about one to two weeks, the filler has settled and the swelling has disappeared: that is your real "after" image. Therefore, compare before and after photos preferably only after this settling period, in the same light and the same angle, so you have an honest comparison.
Hyaluronic acid filler is temporary. How long the result lasts varies per person, your age, the product and your metabolism. In time, the effect gradually fades, so a maintenance treatment is possible later if you want to keep the result.
Common, temporary reactions are slight swelling, redness, tenderness or a bruise at the injection site. These usually disappear within a few days to a week. Take this into account if you want to take before and after photos for a special occasion.
Rarer risks include lumps, asymmetry or an inflammation. Very rare, but serious, is a blood vessel occlusion. That's why Dr T. works anatomically grounded and carefully, and you know beforehand which signs to watch for after the treatment and when to get in touch.
A reassurance: because we use hyaluronic acid, the result can in most cases be adjusted or even dissolved if necessary. That makes chin fillers a relatively safe choice in experienced hands.
The price of chin fillers depends on how much product is needed to achieve your desired "after" result in balance, and whether an additional session is useful. One chin is not the same as another, so quoting a fixed price without having seen you would not be honest.
During the consultation, you get a clear, honest customized estimate, so you know beforehand where you stand. We also discuss whether chin fillers are indeed the best route for your wish, or if something else helps you better.
Want to know what chin fillers can concretely mean for your profile? Feel free to schedule a consultation at Dr T. in Ghent. Together we look at your before situation and honestly outline what you can realistically expect.
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Make an appointmentHyaluronic acid fillers immediately create more volume and a nicer contour. After one session, you walk out with a visibly more pronounced chin. That's a big plus. But those who aim for a very natural rejuvenation and at the same time want to improve skin quality, can benefit from biostimulators.
Biostimulators like Sculptra work differently. They do not give instant filling, but stimulate the fibroblasts to produce new collagen. Over several months, a firmer foundation develops that supports the chin in a natural way. The transition between before and after is almost invisible to the outside world, exactly Dr T.'s philosophy.
In practice, we sometimes combine both techniques. A thin layer of Sculptra for skin firmness and a subtle hyaluronic acid filler for projection. This way we avoid any form of a bloated or unnatural look. Which approach suits you best, we discuss during a personal consultation based on your bone structure, skin type and aesthetic wishes.
Your situation, your plan
Every chin is different and asks for its own strategy. In these situations we consciously make a different choice, always with a natural end result as goal.
A hyaluronic acid filler is ideal to cautiously bring forward a receding chin. The result is immediately visible and you can fine-tune it in consultation.
With a biostimulator like Sculptra, you build up your own collagen network. The skin becomes firmer, fuller and more resilient without looking artificial.
With hyaluronidase, we safely dissolve the old filler. Only then we determine the new build-up, often with a combination technique so the result looks natural and proportionate.
Schedule a no-obligation conversation and experience how we respect your natural contours, never cover them up.
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