Do I Need A Standard or Custom Chin Implant?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I was wondering what I could do to get a defined, sharper chin that projects downward more. I would like a more heart/diamond shaped face.

I am content with my jaw definition/angles, but I want to project the chin and make it sharper like the model’s.

I don’t think i would need an immensely dramatic chin implant, but I’d like to know what you think could achieve the result I desire.

I’ve reviewed my options of a pre-made chin implant and a custom one, and I’m still not too sure what would suit me the most.

Could the results I desire be achieve with an off-the-self chin implant? I also wanted to know what a semi-custom chin implant is, and what is the cost of custom and semi-custom chin implants. How many millimeters of projection are ample for this result?

I’m really eager to hear what would work best for me. I appreciate you taking the time out of your day to respond!

Thank you

A: In answer to your chin implant questions:

1) The dimensional needs of bringing your chin forward and down with a square shape can only be achieved with a custom implant design. Most likley this is a 45 degree projection of 5mms forward and 5mms down. No standard chin implant style can achieve these type of dimensional chin changes.