Story
She was in her 20s and had one very clear goal in mind — she wanted her chin to look a little more projected, a little more defined, and better balanced with the rest of her face.
It was not that she wanted a dramatic change. In fact, what she wanted was quite the opposite. She liked her features and still wanted to look completely like herself, but felt the lower face lacked structure. In photos, especially from the side or at certain angles, she noticed that the chin did not project as much as she wanted, which made the profile feel softer and less defined.
At her consultation with Medical Aesthetics 360, our doctors assessed the face as a whole, including chin position, lower-face proportions, lip-chin relationship, jawline balance, and facial harmony from both front and side views. It was explained that chin enhancement is not simply about making the chin bigger. When carefully planned, it can help bring better proportion to the lower face, create more definition, and improve the way the profile flows.
In her case, the aim was to create a more balanced and refined appearance by improving projection and definition in a subtle way. It was also discussed that in some patients, the mentalis muscle may contribute to dimpling or overactivity in the chin area, and relaxing this muscle can sometimes help complement the overall result by allowing the chin to look smoother and more refined.
She appreciated that the consultation focused on balance rather than exaggeration. She did not want a sharp or obvious look. She wanted a chin that felt more elegant, more structured, and more supportive of her natural facial proportions.
A personalised treatment plan was recommended with the goal of enhancing chin projection, improving lower-face definition, and creating a more harmonious overall profile.
Visible Results
At review, the chin appeared more projected and better defined, with a smoother and more balanced transition through the lower face. The profile looked cleaner and more refined, and the overall facial shape appeared more harmonious.
The improvement was subtle but noticeable. Rather than changing her identity, the treatment helped support her natural features and bring more structure to the lower face. The chin looked more proportionate, the jawline appeared more polished, and the overall result felt balanced rather than overdone.
Where appropriate, softening overactivity in the chin muscle may also help support a smoother chin appearance and enhance the final aesthetic result.
This case highlights how thoughtful chin enhancement can improve projection, definition, and facial balance in a natural-looking way.
Doctor
Dr Suzanna Yan Ning Luo
AHPRA registration number: MED0001187471
Registration type: General and Specialist Registration – General Practice
Dr Chun-Yen Huang
AHPRA registration number: MED0001187421
Registration type: General and Specialist Registration – General Practice
Consultation, assessment, and treatment planning at Medical Aesthetics 360 are performed by our doctors, with treatment suitability determined following individual clinical review.
