Genioplasty (Chin Surgery)
Genioplasty (chin surgery) surgically repositions the chin bone to correct size, projection, or asymmetry issues. Unlike chin implants, genioplasty uses your own bone for permanent, natural-feeling results—moving the chin forward, backward, up, down, or rotating to correct asymmetry.
What is Genioplasty?
Genioplasty (chin surgery) surgically repositions the chin bone to correct size, projection, or asymmetry issues. Unlike chin implants, genioplasty uses your own bone for permanent, natural-feeling results—moving the chin forward, backward, up, down, or rotating to correct asymmetry.
What to Know Before You Go
💡 Pro Tip: Genioplasty is often combined with rhinoplasty for optimal facial balance. Combined surgery means one recovery period and additional savings on anesthesia and facility fees—many patients find this the most efficient approach.
⚠️ Insider Note: Choose a maxillofacial or craniofacial surgeon rather than a general plastic surgeon for genioplasty. Bone surgery expertise is crucial for predictable, safe results and avoiding nerve damage.
Cost of Genioplasty in Turkey
Savings: Turkey offers 60-70% savings on genioplasty compared to UK/USA prices.
What's Included
Genioplasty packages in Turkey typically cover:
Benefits
The Procedure
Step 1 – Anesthesia: General anesthesia administered.
Step 2 – Incision: Made inside lower lip (no external scar).
Step 3 – Bone cut: Chin bone carefully cut with surgical saw.
Step 4 – Repositioning: Bone moved forward, backward, up, down, or rotated as needed.
Step 5 – Fixation: Secured with titanium plates and screws.
Step 6 – Closure: Dissolvable sutures inside mouth.
Total time: 1-2 hours.
Recovery & Downtime
Potential Side Effects
Is Genioplasty Right for You?
Ideal candidates:
Not suitable for:
Frequently Asked Questions
How is genioplasty different from chin implants?
Genioplasty repositions your own bone; implants add synthetic material. Genioplasty offers permanent, natural results with no implant-related risks like infection, shifting, or rejection.
Is genioplasty painful?
Performed under general anesthesia, surgery is completely painless. Post-operative discomfort is moderate and well-managed with prescribed medication.
Will I have visible scars?
No, the incision is made inside the mouth (lower lip), leaving no external scars whatsoever.
How long do results last?
Results are permanent. Your chin bone heals in its new position and remains there for life.
When can I return to normal activities?
Light activities after 1 week. Full activities including exercise after 4-6 weeks once bone has healed sufficiently.
Will my bite be affected?
Genioplasty typically doesn't affect your bite since only the chin segment is moved. If you have bite issues, orthognathic surgery may be recommended instead.
What about numbness?
Temporary numbness in the lower lip and chin is common due to nerve stretching during surgery. It usually resolves within 3-6 months.
Can genioplasty fix a recessed chin?
Yes, sliding genioplasty can advance a weak chin significantly—often by 8-12mm—creating dramatically improved facial balance and profile.
Is This Right For You?
"Anyone with recessed, prominent, or asymmetric chin seeking permanent correction without implants."
Benefits
Permanent chin reshaping
Uses your own bone (no implant)
No external scars
Improves facial balance
Can augment or reduce chin
Corrects asymmetry
Often combined with rhinoplasty
60-70% cost savings vs UK/USA
The Process
Procedure
Step 1: General anesthesia.
Step 2: Incision made inside lower lip (no external scar).
Step 3: Chin bone cut and repositioned (forward, back, up, down, or rotated).
Step 4: Fixed with titanium plates/screws.
Step 5: Incision closed with dissolvable sutures.
Recovery & Downtime
Days 1-3: Significant swelling, soft diet, chin dressing. Week 1: Swelling peaks then reduces. Weeks 2-3: Most swelling resolved, return to work. Month 1-3: Bone healing, numbness fading. Month 6: Final results.
Potential Side Effects
- Swelling for 2-4 weeks (occurs in 100% of patients)
- Bruising (occurs in 70-80% of patients)
- Numbness in lower lip/chin (occurs in 80-90% of patients, temporary)
- Discomfort for 1-2 weeks (occurs in 100% of patients, managed with medication)
- Rare: Bone malunion (occurs in <2% of patients)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
- Category: Plastic Surgery
- Safety: High
- Duration: See details
Average Prices in Turkey
Sliding genioplasty: €2,500-€4,000 | Reduction genioplasty: €3,000-€4,500 | Combined with rhinoplasty: €5,000-€8,000Prices vary by clinic, materials, and scope.
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