# Chin augmentation with *hyaluronic acid.*

> Chin augmentation with hyaluronic acid: receding or short chin, profile and neck transition – procedure, aftercare, risks and guide prices. Essen.

- Source: https://www.vivaderm.de/hyaluron-chin-en.html
- Language: en
- Publisher: VIVA DERM, Privatpraxis für ästhetische Medizin, Rosastraße 6a, 45130 Essen, Germany, +49 1520 8367711
- Responsible physician: Katayoun Mostaghimi (Fachärztin für Allgemeinmedizin)
- Updated: 2026-10-05

A receding or short chin makes the profile look softer and the neck shorter. With a firm hyaluronic acid the chin can be emphasised forwards or downwards – without surgery, in about 20 minutes, after a medical examination.

## What is possible on the chin.

The chin helps define the **profile**: if it sits behind the line of nose and lips, the lips look fuller than wanted, the transition to the neck blurs, and a double chin appears more pronounced than it is.

With **firm, structure-giving hyaluronic acid** the chin can be emphasised **forwards (projection), downwards (length) or in width**. One to two millilitres are often enough; the amount follows anatomy and goal.

The chin is often considered **together with the jawline**, because both form the lower facial contour. With a restless chin muscle, botulinum toxin is an additional option. The examination decides what makes sense.

## The treatment at a glance.

- **Duration:** approx. 20 minutes
- **Material:** 1–2 ml usual
- **Durability:** usually 9–18 months
- **Result assessable:** after about 2 weeks

## Who it is for – and who it is not for.

**A good fit if …**
- volume loss, contours or lines visible at rest
- a wish for a natural, reversible result
- healthy adults with realistic expectations

**Rather not if …**
- pregnancy or breastfeeding
- acute infection, cold sores or inflamed skin in the area
- known intolerance to hyaluronic acid products or certain autoimmune conditions

The final assessment is made in the medical examination.

## How it works and aftercare.

**Before:** analysis of profile, chin, jawline and lips; consultation and information. Avoid blood thinners and alcohol beforehand where medically acceptable.

**During:** after disinfection and, if wanted, anaesthetic cream, the hyaluronic acid is usually placed deep on the bone with a needle or blunt cannula. Interim check sitting upright.

**After:** swelling and tenderness are normal for a few days. No sport, sauna or heat for 24 hours; don't sleep on the chin. Assessment after about two weeks.

## Possible risks and contraindications.

Swelling, redness, tenderness and small bruises are common after treatment and usually settle within a few days. Less common are nodules, asymmetry or inflammation. Very rare but serious is a vascular occlusion – which is why anatomical knowledge, technique and medical emergency competence are decisive. Hyaluronic acid can be dissolved again with the enzyme hyaluronidase if needed. The treatment is not suitable with acute infections in the area, known intolerances, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding, among others. This information does not replace the medical consultation required by German law (§ 630e BGB).

## Guide prices.

| Leistung | Preis |
|---|---|
| Hyaluronic acid 1 ml | from €250 |
| Hyaluronic acid 2 ml | from €450 |
| Each further ml | + €150 |
| Consultation without treatment | €50 |

All prices are non-binding guide prices and include the consultation.

## Frequently asked questions.

**Will it look 'done'?**

The aim is a profile that suits the face. Small amounts, deep placement and a check-up after two weeks matter more than a lot of material.

**How long does it last?**

Firm materials on the bone usually last nine to eighteen months.

**Does it help with a double chin?**

Indirectly: an emphasised chin makes the transition to the neck look clearer. Fat under the chin is more likely treated with injection lipolysis.

**Can it be reversed?**

Yes, hyaluronic acid can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed.

## Related topics.

- [Jawline](https://www.vivaderm.de/jawline-en.html) – Jaw contour
- [Chin with Botox](https://www.vivaderm.de/botox-chin-en.html) – Dimpled chin and crease
- [Double chin](https://www.vivaderm.de/double-chin-en.html) – Injection lipolysis
- [Prices](https://www.vivaderm.de/preise-en.html) – Guide prices and GOÄ

## Sources

- [NHS: Dermal fillers – patient information](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cosmetic-procedures/non-surgical-cosmetic-procedures/dermal-fillers/)
- [MPDG – German medical devices act (fillers are medical devices)](https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/mpdg/)
- [BfArM – Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices](https://www.bfarm.de/)
- [DGPRÄC – German Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons](https://www.dgpraec.de/)
- [§ 630e BGB – duty to inform before treatment (German Civil Code)](https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/bgb/__630e.html)
- [DGBT – German Society for Aesthetic Botulinum Toxin Therapy](https://www.dgbt.de/)
- [AWMF – German clinical practice guidelines](https://www.awmf.org/)

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This page is general information and does not replace medical consultation and informed consent (§ 630e BGB). No guarantee of results. Prices are guide prices per GOÄ. Quoting with attribution (VIVA DERM, Essen) is expressly permitted.