Genioplasty (Chin Surgery)

Flavio Sonanini
Reviewed by Flavio Sonanini, Medical Travel Expert|Updated: March 2026

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. 💡 **Pro Tip...

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

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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.

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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 (Chin Surgery) in Turkey

Treatment Options
Turkey
UKUSASavings vs Turkey
Sliding genioplasty€2,500-€4,000£6,000-€10,000$8,000-€12,00060-70%
Reduction genioplasty€3,000-€4,500£6,500-€10,000$8,500-€13,00060-65%
Combined with rhinoplasty€5,000-€8,000£12,000-€18,000$15,000-€22,00060-65%
Turkey offers 60–70% savings on genioplasty compared to UK/USA prices.

What's Included

Genioplasty (Chin Surgery) packages in Turkey typically cover:

Pre-operative consultation and 3D planning

Blood tests and imaging

Surgery with maxillofacial surgeon

General anesthesia

Hospital stay (1 night)

Titanium plates and screws

Post-operative medications

Follow-up appointments

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

The Process

Procedure

1

Anesthesia

General anesthesia administered.

2

Incision

Made inside lower lip (no external scar).

3

Bone cut

Chin bone carefully cut with surgical saw.

4

Repositioning

Bone moved forward, backward, up, down, or rotated as needed.

5

Fixation

Secured with titanium plates and screws.

6

Closure

Dissolvable sutures inside mouth.

Recovery & Downtime

Days 1–3Significant swelling, soft diet only, chin dressing
Week 1Swelling peaks then reduces
Weeks 2–3Most swelling resolved, return to work possible
Month 1–3Bone healing, numbness gradually fading
Month 6Final results visible

Potential Side Effects

  • Swelling for 2–4 weeks(100% of patients — expected)
  • Bruising(70–80% of patients)
  • Numbness in lower lip/chin(80–90% of patients, temporary — resolves in 3–6 months)
  • Discomfort for 1–2 weeks(100% of patients, managed with medication)
  • Rare: Bone malunion requiring revision(<2% of patients)

Is This Right For You?

Ideal candidates:

  • Recessed (weak) chin
  • Overly prominent chin
  • Asymmetric chin
  • Want permanent results without implant

Not suitable for:

  • Those preferring non-surgical options
  • Active bone disease
  • Unrealistic expectations
  • Unwilling to follow recovery protocols

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