Parker Center for Plastic Surgery:
Paul M Parker MD
122 East Ridgewood Ave
Paramus, NJ 07652
Call Us: (201) 967-1212
Text us: (201) 231-8662
Office Hours
Monday - Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday - Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Med Spa only)
When most people think about a beautiful face, they consider the color of the eyes, the warmth of the smile, or the quality of the skin. Rarely do we individually consider the chin, but this feature plays an enormous role in the balance and harmony of the face.
The reason so many with a “weak chin” feel self-conscious is that this prominent feature creates facial definition—and an ill-proportioned chin can detract from other features, negatively impact your profile, and minimize the contour between the head and neck. This can lead to the appearance of a thick or heavy neck and amplify excess skin or fat around the jawline.
Dr. Parker performs chin augmentation in Paramus, NJ, to give patients from Ridgewood, Hackensack, Mahwah, Somerset, and throughout Bergen County, North New Jersey, and surrounding areas more chin definition and better facial harmony through the strategic placement of a custom chin implant.
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Chin augmentation, performed by a skilled and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon, can be one of the most rewarding plastic surgery procedures. Patients often report a significant increase in their self-confidence.
The best way to determine if chin augmentation is the right option for you is to meet with Dr. Parker for a consultation. He’ll listen to your concerns and goals, examine your chin and facial structures, and help you explore your options.
Typically, patients who get the best results from chin augmentation experience the following concerns:
Currently 6 weeks post-op from my open rhinoplasty/ chin augmentation and I love the results so far. Dr. Parker and every nurse I’ve met has treated me like family. A lot goes into this kind of procedure—mentally, emotionally & physically—but not once did I feel alone. That was most important to me! From pre-op to post-op, I wouldn’t have wanted to experience this anywhere else!!”
-Actual Parker Center Patient
A ¾ inch incision hidden just beneath the chin is used to insert an extended, tapered, clear silicone chin implant that has been custom-sized for you and made out of biocompatible material. Dr. Parker has found this extraoral, well-hidden, inconspicuous incision to be a much more predictable and safer approach than making an intraoral incision, which is something patients will ask about from time to time.
The tapered implant quickly adheres to the jawbone, creating a very natural look and feel. In fact, patients cannot tell the difference between one of Dr. Parker’s patients with one of these implants in place versus someone with a naturally strong chin.
It takes Dr. Parker about 30 minutes to perform a chin augmentation. The procedure can be done under local anesthesia with either an oral cocktail or intravenous sedation administered by our board-certified anesthesiologist. Many patients are concerned about scarring on the face, but Dr. Parker is well-known for his scar-minimizing techniques, including careful placement, meticulous suturing, and thorough post-operative scar care.
Your consultation is where the fun really begins—and the Parker Center has made the experience particularly special! During your appointment, Dr. Parker will spend extra time with you to ensure that he understands his goals and that you are fully educated about your options so you can make a well-informed decision.
One to two weeks before your scheduled chin implant surgery, you will undergo a one-hour, in-office, face-to-face education session with one of Dr. Parker’s Nurse Educators. During this session, the nurse educator thoroughly reviews a detailed information packet to further educate you about your procedure. This includes a discussion of what to do to prepare for surgery, what occurs on the day of surgery, and what to expect after surgery during your recovery. It’s a detailed session that really educates our patients about the entire surgical process at the Parker Center. Patients tell us they love it because they feel so well-prepared for their surgery. Learn more about what to expect during your pre-op education session.
Our Patient Coordinator will provide you with details of the costs for a chin implant at the Parker Center. The total cost will depend on your anatomy, desired results, and the complexity of the procedure. At your consultation with Dr. Parker, we will provide a detailed price quote that includes surgeon’s fees, operating room and anesthesia costs, supplies, and preop and postoperative care.
Chin implant surgery can be paid for out-of-pocket or through third-party cosmetic surgery financing. Learn more about your payment and financing options.
Considering how dramatic an improvement chin augmentation provides, many patients are pleasantly surprised at how little pain there is after surgery. Your sutures will be removed within five days, and swelling and bruising typically subsides in about 7 – 10 days.
Most of our patients are able to return to work and most normal activities just 3 – 4 days after surgery, though exercise will need to be avoided for about 10 – 14 days and approached slowly and with the guidance of your surgeon.
The Parker Center’s Rapid Recovery techniques used during and after your chin augmentation surgery help you heal more rapidly and comfortably than what you might experience at another practice. This means less time off from work and a sooner return to your normal activities.
Dr. Parker’s Rapid Recovery protocol includes:
The day after your chin augmentation surgery, you can shower and resume light activities. We encourage you to move around briefly starting the first day to boost circulation.
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Our surgical procedures, anesthesia, medications, and aftercare are tailored to minimize post-operative discomfort and accelerate recuperation.
Learn MoreThe staff here is incredible. They helped me every step of the way. I recovered very quickly. Parker center gets AA PLUS!! Nobody could have done a better job! “
-Actual Parker Center Patient
Yes! While chin augmentation alone can build out a weak chin and achieve beautiful results, many patients benefit from the addition of other procedures to truly rebalance the face. Rhinoplasty is often performed alongside chin augmentation to correct the shape of the nose and bring both features into proportion.
Chin augmentation can also be enhanced by procedures that improve the jaw and neckline, such as liposuction of the neck, a facelift, or a neck lift.
The results of a chin augmentation can be dramatically enhanced with a neck contouring procedure. Neck liposuction or a neck lift can remove excess skin and fat under the chin and/or tighten the underlying muscle, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing neckline and chin profile. Patients who choose a chin augmentation with a neck contouring procedure are typically very pleased with the results.
In addition to your time with Dr. Parker, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet with our imaging expert so you can see the possibilities of your procedure. One of the best ways to understand what chin augmentation can achieve for you is to see a picture of the possible results on your own face. Using our advanced Vectra 3D technology will give you a very good idea as to how your existing chin can be sculpted to the chin you desire.
To meet with Dr. Parker and his team in Paramus, New Jersey, and discuss your chin implant options, request a cosmetic consultation using our online form or call (201) 967-1212 for an appointment. We also offer cosmetic consults by phone or video with our nurse coordinator if you prefer to start with this option.
The chin and nose are two of the most important components of a well-proportioned face and profile. If one is too weak or too prominent, it can throw everything out of balance. That’s why at my Paramus, New Jersey practice, I often recommend a combined surgical approach. Keep reading to…
Read MoreWhile beauty may only be skin deep, for years, well-balanced facial features have been considered a sign of physical beauty. A well defined and strong chin provides harmony with the cheek bones, nose, jaw line and neck. Possessing these attractive facial features can even enhance the patient’s self-confidence and self esteem.
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We believe plastic surgery should be accessible to as many people as possible. That's why we offer financing through lenders that specialize in setting up payment plans for elective cosmetic surgery. We can discuss financing during your consultation.
Results: Dr. Parker is known for remarkable results that may surpass your expectations
Your ResultsSafety: Our state-of-the-art, fully licensed, Medicare-accredited surgical center meets the highest standards of safety
Your SafetyEducation: We give you all the information, empowering you to make informed decisions
Your EducationRapid Recovery: Our protocol includes massage, medications, and advanced surgical techniques for reduced downtime
Your Rapid RecoveryPatient Experience: We create a positive, supportive environment in our beautiful, private facility
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