Some people notice their chin looks dimpled, bumpy or puckered, a texture often likened to orange peel, or that a crease has deepened between the lower lip and the chin. It can show at rest or when talking. A consultation works out what's behind it and what, if anything, is suitable.
The concern people describe
It's often described as “my chin goes bumpy when I talk” or “a crease under my lip that wasn't there before.” It's assessed individually: how your chin looks at rest and in movement, and how it balances with the rest of the face.
Texture or shape?
A dimpled chin and a chin that looks small or set back are different concerns. Your consultation looks at both, and if another approach or practitioner would suit you better, Dr Kirk will tell you.
What the consultation covers
- How your chin looks at rest and when you talk
- Whether texture, a crease or chin shape is the main concern
- The options that fit, including when another approach is the better choice
- Time to ask questions before anything is decided
Assessed, not assumed
How your chin looks at rest and in movement, and the rest of the lower face, shape the advice.
Risks, recovery and realistic expectations
These are medical procedures and carry risk. The risks, recovery and results are explained before you decide. Results vary from person to person. Read more about safety, risks and informed consent.
Common questions
What causes a dimpled chin?
It's usually a mix of things: expression, and changes in the skin and support around the chin over time. Working out which matters most for you is part of the consultation.
Is this looked at on its own?
It's usually considered as part of the whole lower face, and Dr Kirk will tell you if another area is contributing.
What happens at the consultation?
Dr Kirk looks at your chin at rest and when you talk, and the lower face as a whole, explains what's suitable, if anything, and talks through risks before you decide.
Start with a conversation
If your chin looks dimpled or puckered, start with a conversation about why.
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