Chin Filler
Chin augmentation for a more balanced profile
The chin is one of those features that most people never think about until something feels off. Maybe your profile has never quite balanced the way you wanted it to, or maybe you’ve noticed your jawline losing definition over the years, or a softness beneath the chin that wasn’t there before. Whatever brought you here, the good news is that it’s one of the most straightforward concerns to address without surgery.
Volume can be added to the chin to increase projection, make the chin longer or to balance out any asymmetries. Chin augmentations with dermal filler can also come hand in hand with jawline augmentation.
At DrBK Clinic in Reading and on Harley Street, London, our team of expert practitioners treat the chin as part of the whole face, assessing proportion, balance, and harmony before a single drop of product is placed. Every treatment is carried out under the clinical leadership of Dr Bob Khanna, an internationally recognised facial aesthetics expert with over 30 years in facial medicine, who pioneered the use of aesthetics within dentistry and has trained thousands of practitioners worldwide in advanced techniques.
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Chin filler cost
What is chin filler?
Chin filler is a non-surgical treatment that uses dermal filler, a gel made from hyaluronic acid, to add projection, definition and balance to the chin. It is one of the most effective ways to improve the profile of the face without surgery, and when performed correctly, it produces natural-looking and long-lasting results.
Why the chin matters more than many people realise
The chin is the anchor of the lower face. It defines the profile, balances the nose, frames the jawline and contributes to how the face looks from every angle. A weak or recessive chin, whether caused by genetics or age-related bone loss, can make the nose appear larger than it is, create the illusion of a double chin, and cause jowls to appear more prominent even when there is very little actual skin laxity present.
Conversely, a well-proportioned chin that sits in harmony with the rest of the face can create a more defined jawline, a more balanced profile, and a more youthful overall appearance, without anything else being changed.
This is why chin filler, performed by an expert, is one of the highest-return aesthetic treatments available. Small amounts of well-placed product can transform the entire lower face.
What chin filler can treat
Chin filler is suited to a range of concerns, including:
- A weak or recessive chin: adding forward projection to improve the profile and balance the nose-to-chin relationship.
- A short chin: increasing the vertical length of the chin to improve facial proportions from the front.
- Chin asymmetry: using precise product placement to correct uneven projection or shape.
- Chin dimpling or wrinkling: smoothing textural irregularities on the surface of the chin caused by hyperactive mentalis muscle activity (often seen in patients who over-recruit their chin muscle when speaking or at rest).
- Jowls and lower face laxity: structural support placed in the chin can provide a subtle lifting effect on the tissues above it, reducing the appearance of jowls without treating the jowls directly.
- Age-related chin recession: as we age the lower jawbone loses volume and density, causing the chin to appear to shrink and recede. Filler can restore lost projection and support the overlying skin and tissue.
Chin filler before and after photos
Dr Bob Khanna’s approach to chin augmentation
Most injectors approach the chin as a single injection point. Dr Khanna’s method is different.
Dr Khanna assesses the chin in the context of the whole face before any product is placed, considering the relationship between the chin, the nose and the jawline together to plan each treatment individually. His injection technique uses a cannula rather than a needle for the majority of chin filler treatments. The cannula approach significantly reduces bruising and swelling, allows more precise product placement, and minimises the risk of complications.
All treatments at DrBK follow a two-stage process: the initial treatment, followed by a review appointment approximately three weeks later to assess the result and make any fine adjustments needed.
Non-surgical chin augmentation
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For many patients, dermal filler alone is enough to create the profile balance they’re looking for. But for others, especially those with submental fullness (the soft tissue beneath the chin that can create the appearance of a double chin), filler alone might only address part of the picture.
At DrBK Clinic, Dr Khanna and his team take a combined approach where appropriate, using fat dissolving injections alongside chin filler to address both structure and volume in the same treatment plan. Fat dissolving injections work by breaking down localised fat cells beneath the chin to gradually reduce submental fullness and improve the definition of the chin-to-neck transition. When combined with filler to add forward projection and sharpen the chin itself, the result is a genuinely balanced profile.
This kind of combination planning is where clinical experience makes a real difference. Knowing when to use filler alone, when to introduce fat dissolving, and how to sequence the two treatments for the best long-term result requires a thorough understanding of facial anatomy and proportion. This is exactly the kind of holistic assessment that sits at the heart of how DrBK approaches every patient.
If you’re unsure which approach is right for you, a consultation is the best place to start. One of our expert clinicians will assess your face as a whole and recommend a treatment plan tailored specifically to your concerns and goals.
Chin filler for men
A stronger, more defined chin is one of the most requested treatments among male patients at DrBK Clinic. A well-projected chin contributes significantly to a masculine facial profile, by strengthening the jawline, improving the chin-to-neck transition and creating the kind of angular definition that is difficult to achieve through exercise or lifestyle alone.
We routinely treat men who are looking for a more defined, structured profile, and the approach differs meaningfully from female treatment. Product placement, injection points and volume selection are all calibrated differently – the aim is projection and definition rather than softening, and the result should look entirely natural, not treated. Many of our male patients combine chin filler with jawline filler for a more comprehensive lower face result.
The chin augmentation treatment experience at DrBK Clinic
Consultation
Before any treatment is agreed, one of our expert clinicians will carry out a detailed facial assessment. We look at the whole face, not just the chin, to ensure that what is planned will genuinely improve overall facial harmony. If we believe a different or additional treatment would produce a better result, we will say so.
On the day
The treatment area is thoroughly cleansed. A topical anaesthetic cream is can be applied to the injection sites if preferred. The product we use at DrBK is from the Pluryal® Lidocaine range, a premium European dermal filler that contains lidocaine within the formula itself for additional comfort during injection.
The treatment is carried out using a cannula, with the appointment typically running for around 30 minutes including preparation time.
After treatment
Results are visible immediately, though some initial swelling is normal and will settle over the following days. The most significant swelling is usually experienced within the first 24–48 hours, with the majority resolving within a week.
Chin filler aftercare
You will receive full written aftercare instructions to take away with you after your treatment. As a general guide, you should avoid touching or pressing the treated area for the first 24 hours while the product settles. For the first 48 hours, avoid alcohol, which can increase bruising and swelling, and try to sleep on your back rather than face-down. For two weeks following treatment, avoid facial massage, extreme heat (saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds) and strenuous exercise, as all of these can affect how the product settles.
If you experience anything beyond mild swelling or tenderness, such as prolonged discomfort, unusual pain, skin discolouration or changes in sensation, contact the clinic promptly.
Chin filler swelling stages: what to expect
Swelling after chin filler is normal and should be expected. The pattern typically follows these stages:
Days 1–2: Maximum swelling. The chin may appear larger or more projected than the final intended result. This is normal.
Days 3–7: Swelling begins to reduce significantly. Bruising, if present, will also begin to fade.
Week 2–3: The majority of swelling has resolved and the result becomes clearer.
Week 3–4: Final settled result. This is when the review appointment takes place at DrBK.
It’s important not to judge the result during the first two weeks. What you see immediately after treatment is not the final outcome.
How long does chin filler last?
How long chin filler lasts depends on a number of factors, including the product used, the volume injected, individual metabolism and the specific technique employed. As a general guide, most patients return for a top-up treatment every 12 to 18 months.
Patients who metabolise product more quickly – often those who are very active or have a faster general metabolism – might find that results start to soften sooner.
The biostimulating properties of our Pluryal® Biofillers mean that the skin itself continues to improve in quality over time, which can extend the overall aesthetic benefit beyond the product’s physical presence.
About the chin filler we use: Pluryal® Biovolume
At DrBK, we use Pluryal® dermal fillers, specifically the Biovolume® Biofiller for chin augmentation work.
Unlike standard hyaluronic acid fillers, Pluryal® Biofillers are manufactured using three different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid. The smaller particle structure allows the product to integrate more naturally into the surrounding tissue, which reduces the risk of migration and promotes results that look and feel more natural in the long term. The product also acts as a biostimulator, encouraging the skin’s own collagen production over time, rather than simply providing physical volume.
Pluryal® is a European, family-owned company that has been developing scientifically approved medical aesthetic products since 1999. Their products are of non-animal origin and manufactured under ISO 14001 environmental standards.
Chin filler frequently asked questions
How long does chin filler take to settle?
The full settled result is typically visible at the three-week review appointment. The most significant swelling resolves within the first week, but minor residual swelling can persist for up to two weeks.
How much is chin filler?
Pricing for chin filler at DrBK Clinic starts at £650, but varies depending on the volume of product required and the specific outcome being targeted. For accurate pricing relevant to your individual case, please visit our fees page or book a consultation. 0% finance options are available.
Does chin filler hurt?
Most patients find chin filler very tolerable. We offer a topical anaesthetic cream that can be applied before treatment for those who prefer it. The Pluryal® filler used at DrBK also contains lidocaine within the formula itself, which provides additional anaesthesia at the point of injection.
Does chin filler migrate?
Migration is a known risk with any filler but is significantly less likely when treatment is performed by an experienced injector using correct technique and appropriate products. Pluryal® Biofillers use smaller hyaluronic acid particles that integrate more readily into surrounding tissue, which further reduces migration risk. Overfilling, which is more likely when an inexperienced practitioner uses excessive volume, is the most common cause of migration.
Does chin filler help with jowls?
Yes, in many cases. When the chin lacks forward projection, the soft tissue of the lower face has less structural support, which can accelerate the appearance of jowls even in younger patients. By restoring projection and providing a structural foundation in the chin, the overlying tissue is better supported. This produces a subtle lifting effect that can reduce the appearance of early jowling.
This is not a substitute for a dedicated jowl treatment in more advanced cases, but it can bring meaningful benefits that many patients notice after chin augmentation. In some cases, we will recommend combining chin filler with jawline augmentation for a more comprehensive lower face result.
