5 Best Clinics in Singapore for Chin Augmentation

Dr Woffles Wu is the plastic surgery specialist at Woffles Wu Aesthetic Surgery. This internationally famous surgeon is one of the most sought-after specialists in Singapore when it comes to plastic surgery.

He is a guru with an eye for harmony and beauty and is behind the invention of notable procedures in the field of plastic surgery. Dr Wu is an innovative surgeon who led the promotion of Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation (NSFR) and he often speaks on the subject at medical conferences.

Chin augmentation is one of the most-requested procedures among his patients.

Highlights:

CHIN AUGMENTATION SERVICES

Woffles Wu Aesthetic undertakes 3 procedures to correct chin abnormalities or to enhance the appearance:

1. Chin Implants

An incision is made under the chin and space created between the muscle and bone. Thereafter, a silicone implant is inserted.

2. Sliding Genioplasty

This involves sawing across the bone of the chin. The lower half of the bone is slid forward making the chin more prominent.

3. Filler

The chin bone is enhanced using this simple technique. The filler material is injected into the chin bone to achieve the desired result. However, this method is not recommended for use over a large area.

DOCTOR PROFILE:

• MBBS (Singapore)
• FRCS (Edinburgh)
• FAMS (Plastic Surgery)
• ISAPS – International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (International)

The head plastic surgeon at Dream Plastic surgery is Associate Professor Vincent Yeow who has extensive experience in craniofacial and plastic surgery. He is the specialist to look for if you need a more complicated chin augmentation like genioplasty or micrognathia correction.

The other team member is Dr Wong Chu Hui who is known for being a good listener. She seeks to determine a patient’s needs before formulating a treatment plan. Dr Wong holds an SMC accreditation from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine.

Highlights:

CHIN AUGMENTATION SERVICES

Dream Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery offers chin augmentation procedures to correct the following:

• Receding chin
• Over-prominent chin
• Chin abnormalities such as the asymmetrical chin.

Chin augmentation is done in three ways:

1. Chin Implant

This is used to correct a receding chin using silicon material.

2. Genioplasty

This procedure does not use implants. It is a surgical process through which a protruded chin is pushed back. Used to treat receding or protruding chin.

3. Micrognathia Correction

A bone is removed surgically and transplanted to increase the length of the lower jaw. Used to treat receding chin.

MEDICAL TEAM

1. Associate Professor Vincent Yeow

• SAPS
• SSCS
• MBBS,
• FRCS(Glasg)
• FRCSEd
• FAMS (Plastic Surg)

2. Dr Wong Chu Hui

• SMC
• AAAM
• BMEd (National University of Ireland (University College Cork)

Hong Plastic Surgery is operated by Dr Hong, a highly experienced plastic surgeon with impeccable credentials. He completed his speciality training in Plastic Surgery and was registered by the Ministry of Health in 1998.

His field of interest includes chin augmentation, rhinoplasty, liposuction, lipectomy, abdominoplasty, and breast surgery. He also specializes in reconstructive surgery and scar treatment.

Apart from running his private practice, Dr Hong teaches in various public hospitals.

Highlights:

CHIN AUGMENTATION SERVICES

Hong Plastic Surgery uses the following procedures to adjust chin projection:

1. Chin Implant

Small incisions are made within the lower lip after which a silicone implant is inserted in front of the bone that’s within the chin. This is a permanent implant that enhances the chin projection naturally.

2. Genioplasty

This is a surgical procedure through which the chin bone is shifted and held in place with screws and plates.

3. Chin Filler

The clinic also uses fillers where only minor enhancements are required.

DOCTOR PROFILE:

• MBBS
• FRCS (Glasgow)
• FAMS (Plastic Surg) Plastic Surgeon Singapore
• SAPS
• Member, Society of Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Surgeons of Singapore

Dr Leo Aesthetic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is a boutique clinic located within Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre in Singapore. The clinic provides a variety of aesthetic and reconstructive medical procedures including chin augmentation, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and many more.

The name Dr Leo refers to Dr Leo Kah Woon, the clinic’s consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is a MOH-accredited plastic surgeon who also serves as an Examiner for the Plastic Surgery Exit Examination in Singapore and as an Adjunct Assistant Professor with the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School.

Highlights:

CHIN AUGMENTATION SERVICES

Dr Leo Aesthetic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery offers the following chin augmentation procedures:

1. Chin Filler

Fillers are used to improve the projection of the chin. This is often accompanied by Botox shots to relax the muscles. The downtime is minimal and results last for approximately 1 year.

2. Chin Implant

The clinic only performs the scarless method for this procedure. The incision is made inside the mouth to avoid visible scarring. Downtime takes 2 to 4 days and results are permanent.

3. Sliding Genioplasty

This is the most invasive procedure which is recommended for severe chin deformities or under-projection. It involves using a saw to cut the bone of the chin, sliding the bone fragment to its desired position, and screwing the bone fragment in place using titanium plates and screws.

 DOCTOR PROFILE:

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), National University of Singapore
• Master of Medicine (MMed Surgery)
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK (MRCSEd)
• Fellow, Academy of Medicine, Singapore (FAMS)
• Fellowship, University of Washington, Seattle, USA
• Gold Medal Winner, Plastic Surgery Exit Exam

The Clifford Clinic is manned by a team of highly qualified plastic surgeons. Based on your conditions and concerns, the team will come out with the best chin augmentation solution for you.

Dr Timothy Shim is a reconstructive surgery specialist who is well versed in aspects of aesthetic surgery such as eye bag removal, breast augmentation, and others.

Dr Gerard Ee’s field of expertise is in the minimally invasive aspects of surgery, and he is accredited to perform Botox, lasers, and other procedures.

Dr Chow Yuen Ho has a special interest in aesthetic dermatological procedures amongst other fields.

Highlights:

CHIN AUGMENTATION SERVICES

The Clifford Surgery offers procedures that alter the size and shape of the chin to achieve ideal facial proportion. Sometimes this involves a combination of procedures:

• Chin augmentation is performed along with rhinoplasty (nose job) to improve the overall symmetry and appearance
• Chin augmentation combined with neck liposuction to achieve a more defined jawline.

The chin augmentation procedures on offer are:

1. Sliding Genioplasty

The chin bone is modified and shifted to reduce the size of the chin.

2. Chin Implants

Medical-grade silicone is inserted into the chin to enhance and define it.

3. Chin Fillers

Hyaluronic acid is injected into the chin to provide structure.

MEDICAL TEAM

1. Dr Timothy Shim

• FAMS (plastic surgery)
• MMED (surgery)
• MBBS (Singapore)
• MRCS (Edinburgh)

2. Dr Gerard Ee

• MBBS (UK)
• MRCS (Edinburgh)
• DP Dermatology (Cardiff)

3. Dr Chow Yuen Ho: MBBS (Singapore)