A short, recessed, or under-projected chin can make the face look unbalanced, especially when viewed from the side. Surgiform chin augmentation is a chin contouring method that has attracted considerable interest due to its ability to enhance chin projection and refine the contours of the lower jaw using an implant.
However, the important question is not simply “Is Surgiform a good implant?” but rather whether Surgiform is suitable for your chin anatomy, whether the implant placement technique is precise, and how the postoperative care process is controlled.
In this article, I will analyze the method from a professional perspective so that you can clearly understand its nature before making a decision.
What Is Surgiform Chin Augmentation?
Surgiform chin augmentation is a method that uses a Surgiform implant to increase chin projection, improve chin length, and adjust the chin contour according to facial proportions. Surgiform originates from the United States and uses ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene) with a microporous structure; the PureForm implant line is manufactured by Surgical Technology Laboratories, Inc. in South Carolina, USA.
In essence, this is a method of chin contouring using an artificial material, in which the implant is placed in a position appropriate to each individual’s anatomical structure. The goal is not to make the chin as long or as projected as possible, but to create harmonious projection in relation to the lips, nose, jawbone, and overall facial structure.
Based on my professional experience, the material is only one part of the outcome. The selection of implant size and shape, placement position, and fixation technique are the factors that directly determine the balance and stability of the chin contour after surgery.
What Types of Surgiform Implants Are Available?
Surgiform is not limited to a single product.
Within the ePTFE implant group, the manufacturer currently offers PureForm ePTFE Facial Implants, including designs intended for various areas of the face such as the chin, nose, and malar region. The PureForm chin implant line alone comes in various sizes for physicians to select according to each patient’s anatomy.
In addition to pre-shaped PureForm implants, Surgiform also offers SFAM – Surgiform Facial Augmentation Material, an ePTFE material available in sheet and block forms that can be shaped. The manufacturer states that SFAM can be used in facial contouring and reconstruction applications, including the chin area.
Therefore, when referring to “Surgiform chin augmentation,” it is necessary to specifically determine which type of implant, product code, and size the physician is using and for which indication, rather than relying solely on the brand name.
Is Surgiform Good for Chin Augmentation?
When appropriately indicated and performed using a suitable technique, Surgiform can be an effective option for chin contouring in cases requiring increased projection or improved chin proportions.
What I focus on most during consultation is not finding a “best” implant for everyone, because in medicine, there is no material that is absolutely suitable for every case.
A person with a mildly recessed chin but relatively balanced bone structure will have completely different needs from someone with a short chin, insufficient height in the lower third of the face, or abnormalities in the jawbone structure.
1. Advantages of Chin Augmentation with Surgiform Implants
The Surgiform implant uses ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene) with a microporous structure, designed to allow soft tissue to integrate in a controlled manner with the implant surface. This characteristic helps provide good implant stability when placed using the proper technique.
With various designs and sizes available, Surgiform chin augmentation allows physicians to select an implant suitable for each individual’s chin structure, thereby improving conditions such as a recessed chin, short chin, or insufficient projection and creating a more balanced chin contour.
Another notable advantage is the ability to personalize the chin contour. The physician can adjust the degree of projection and chin length based on the relationship between the chin, lips, nose, and overall facial structure, rather than applying the same chin shape to every patient.
However, according to Dr. Nguyễn Minh Hiển, the outcome does not depend solely on the material. Appropriate indication, implant size, placement position, and fixation technique are the factors that determine whether the chin contour appears natural and remains stable. Therefore, Surgiform is not suitable for every case; some cases of a recessed chin caused by bone structure may require consideration of sliding genioplasty (genioplasty).
2. Is Surgiform Completely Free of Complications?
No.
This is something I want to clearly emphasize so that patients have an accurate understanding of cosmetic surgery.
Every surgical procedure carries a risk of complications. Chin augmentation may involve issues such as infection, fluid accumulation, swelling and pain, asymmetry, implant displacement, or an aesthetic outcome that does not meet expectations.
Therefore, you should not believe advertising claims such as “Surgiform chin augmentation has no complications,” “will not be rejected by the body,” “absolutely safe,” or “permanently beautiful.”
The quality of treatment is determined by appropriate indications, a qualified physician, a controlled surgical process, and proper postoperative care.
Who Is Suitable for Surgiform Chin Augmentation?
Surgiform chin augmentation is commonly considered for people with a short chin, recessed chin, insufficient chin projection, or chin proportions that are not balanced with other facial features.
However, simply looking at the face with the naked eye is not sufficient to determine the appropriate indication.
During the examination, I assess the chin from both the frontal and profile views, while also evaluating the relationship between the chin and the lips, nose, lower jawbone, and lower third of the face. When necessary, the physician may order diagnostic imaging to evaluate the bone structure before determining the appropriate method.
This is particularly important for people with a pronounced recessed chin due to jawbone structure, because not every case should be addressed with an implant.
If the underlying cause lies in a bone abnormality, the physician may need to consider bone contouring procedures such as sliding genioplasty (genioplasty) instead of simply placing an implant.
Surgiform Chin Augmentation Procedure
A safe chin augmentation procedure must begin with diagnosis, not with choosing the type of implant.
- Facial Examination and Structural Analysis
This is the step I consider the most important in the assessment.
The physician needs to determine the degree of chin shortness or retrusion, the direction of chin development, the height of the lower third of the face, and the relationship between the chin, lips, and nose. At the same time, the condition of the soft tissue and factors that may affect the postoperative outcome must be assessed.
The goal is to determine a chin contour that suits the face, rather than attempting to create a pre-designed V-Line chin.
- Implant Selection and Design
After determining the indication, the physician selects the appropriate implant type, size, and shape.
An implant that is too large can make the chin excessively projected and cause the face to look unnatural. Conversely, an implant that is too small may not adequately address insufficient projection.
This is why I always consider implant size selection to be part of the aesthetic design process, rather than a mechanical step.
- Preoperative Health Assessment
Patients undergo a health assessment and the necessary examinations as indicated before surgery.
The physician also needs to know the patient’s medical history, current medications, previous surgical history, and factors that may affect the healing process.
- Surgiform Implant Placement
During surgery, the physician creates an implant pocket in the chin area according to the design determined beforehand.
The implant position must be appropriate to the anatomical structure and carefully checked to minimize the risk of displacement, asymmetry, or unwanted changes to the chin contour.
- Implant Inspection and Fixation
After implant placement, the physician checks the position, symmetry, and shape of the chin.
Depending on each case, the implant may be fixed using an appropriate technique to minimize the risk of displacement during the recovery process.
- Postoperative Monitoring
After surgery, patients receive instructions on postoperative care, medication use as prescribed, and follow-up appointments according to schedule.
The postoperative period plays a very important role. A well-performed surgical procedure can still affect the healing process if postoperative care is not carried out properly.
How Long Does It Take for Surgiform Chin Augmentation to Heal?
After Surgiform chin augmentation, swelling, bruising, or tightness in the chin area may occur during the initial stage. These are common responses following surgical intervention.
However, the disappearance of swelling does not mean that the chin contour has completely stabilized.
During the recovery process, the soft tissue surrounding the implant continues to adapt and the swelling gradually decreases. Therefore, the chin contour also changes over time.
The rate of recovery varies from person to person. Individual healing response, surgical technique, extent of intervention, soft tissue condition, and adherence to postoperative instructions all affect this process.
Therefore, I do not recommend that patients evaluate the results too early based solely on images taken during the first few days.
How Much Does Surgiform Chin Augmentation Cost?
At Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, the cost of Surgiform chin augmentation is 60,500,000 VND. This is the price applied to the chin augmentation surgical service using Surgiform implants at the hospital.
With a cost of 60.5 million VND, patients receive consultation and examination so that the physician can assess the condition of the chin, determine the appropriate implant size, and develop a contouring plan that is harmonious with the overall facial structure.
I always recommend that patients should not choose a method based solely on price. For chin contouring surgery, the implant material, professional indication, surgical technique, and postoperative care process all directly affect the outcome.
If you are interested in Surgiform chin augmentation at Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, the current cost is 60,500,000 VND. Patients can contact the hospital for a physician examination and specific consultation before undergoing the procedure.
Where Is Surgiform Chin Augmentation Safe to Have?
Surgiform chin augmentation at Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital creates a balanced chin contour with more harmonious facial linesFrom my professional perspective, when choosing a facility for Surgiform chin augmentation, patients should not focus solely on price or before-and-after images. More importantly, they should consider the physician’s expertise, implant material, surgical technique, and support system throughout the procedure.
At Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, Surgiform chin augmentation is performed with the support of a 4K endoscopic system, allowing the physician to clearly visualize the surgical field, determine the position, and control surgical maneuvers during implant placement. In addition, microsurgical suturing techniques are applied to emphasize precision when handling and closing tissue, supporting the healing process and optimizing the aesthetic appearance of the incision.
For chin surgery, I place particular importance on evaluating the maxillofacial structure before determining the indication. The goal is not to create a chin that is as long as possible, but rather adequate projection, harmonious contours, and balance with the lips, nose, jawbone, and overall facial structure.
Dr. Nguyễn Minh Hiển: “A beautiful chin augmentation result does not depend solely on the Surgiform material, but also on the precision of every step, from examination and implant design to placement and wound closure techniques. Therefore, I always prioritize carefully controlling every detail throughout the surgical process to aim for a natural and harmonious outcome.”
Images of Customers Who Underwent Surgiform Chin Augmentation at Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital
