Chin Surgery in Ventura County

Genioplasty reshapes the chin by repositioning the bone, moving it forward, setting it back, or narrowing it to balance the face. Dr. Michael Morrissette performs chin surgery in-office under sedation, an approach few surgeons in the country offer.

What Is Genioplasty (Chin Surgery)?

Genioplasty is a chin surgery that repositions the chin bone to correct a chin that is too weak, too prominent, or out of balance with the rest of the face. Dr. Morrissette makes the incision inside the mouth, so there is no visible scar on the skin.

He moves a segment of the chin bone into its new position and secures it with a small titanium plate. Because the surgery works with your own bone, the result looks and feels natural.

Genioplasty vs. Chin Implants: What Is the Difference?

Both procedures reshape the chin, but they work differently. Genioplasty moves your natural bone, while chin implants place a silicone implant over it.

Genioplasty can lengthen, shorten, advance, or narrow the chin, giving Dr. Morrissette more control over the final shape. Chin implants mainly add projection. He will explain which fits your anatomy during your consultation, and he also offers facial implants when an implant is the better route.

Types of Chin Reshaping Dr. Morrissette Performs

Dr. Morrissette performs several kinds of chin reshaping, which lets him tailor the surgery to each face. The right move depends on your profile and proportions.

Chin Advancement

For a weak or receding chin, chin advancement moves the bone forward. This increases lower facial height and creates a stronger, more balanced profile.

Chin Reduction

For an overly prominent chin, chin reduction removes a segment of bone to set it back. Segment removal gives a permanent result and preserves the natural contour, unlike bone shaving, which the body tends to regrow over time.

Chin Narrowing and Jawline Surgery

Dr. Morrissette can also narrow a wide chin and refine the jawline. This jawline surgery softens or strengthens the lower face depending on the look you want.

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In-Office Genioplasty Under Sedation

One thing sets Dr. Morrissette apart: he performs genioplasty in-office under sedation, and he believes he may be one of the only surgeons in the country offering chin surgery this way.

This means your procedure takes place in a comfortable, accredited setting rather than a hospital. His outpatient surgery center is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, one of only four agencies approved by the California Medical Board.

Dr. Morrissette’s Unique Approach to Genioplasty

Extensive Jaw & Bone Expertise: His background in oral, maxillofacial, and facial cosmetic surgery provides him with a profound understanding of facial bone structure, jaw alignment, and natural aesthetic balance.
National Authority & Educator: A true specialist in structural facial surgery, Dr. Morrissette teaches advanced facial implant techniques to other surgeons through specialized cadaver labs in Las Vegas.
A Destination for Facial Sculpting: Patients routinely travel from across the country specifically for his expertise in complex chin reshaping, facial feminization surgery (chin and jawline reduction), and custom implants—including chin, cheek, and temporal augmentations.
Complete Reshaping Versatility: Every procedure is fully customized. Dr. Morrissette can advance a recessed chin, set back a prominent one, narrow the lower face, or completely taper the jawline to match your ideal profile.

Am I a Candidate for Genioplasty?

Good candidates are healthy, free of conditions that impair healing, and clear about the change they want. A weak, prominent, or uneven chin is the most common reason patients come in.

You may be a candidate if you:

Have a receding or overly prominent chin
Want a more balanced profile
Feel your chin makes your nose look larger
Are in good general health with realistic expectations

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What Is Recovery Like After Chin Surgery?

Recovery is quicker than many patients expect. Because the incision is inside the mouth and biting force is not affected, you can eat a normal diet the night of surgery.

Most patients return to work in about a week. Some notice temporary numbness in the lower lip that does not affect movement, and Dr. Morrissette uses self-dissolving sutures. Chin surgery pairs well with facial liposuction or a neck lift to refine the jawline and neck.

Chin Surgery Before & After

How Much Does Genioplasty Cost?

Cost depends on your anatomy and the type of chin surgery you need. A chin advancement, a chin reduction, and a chin implant each carry different pricing.

The length and complexity of your procedure also factor in. Dr. Morrissette provides a clear estimate at your consultation, and financing is available.

Why Choose Dr. Morrissette for Genioplasty in Ventura?

Dr. Morrissette is board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery, with decades of work in facial bone and jaw surgery. That background makes the chin a natural focus of his practice.

Patients have traveled from outside the area specifically for his chin procedures. If a chin needs correction after a previous surgery, he also performs chin revision, and chin reshaping is a core part of his facial feminization surgery.

Genioplasty FAQs

Can I combine a genioplasty with CO2 laser resurfacing in a single procedure?

Yes. Performing CO2 laser resurfacing during your genioplasty allows Dr. Morrissette to enhance both your underlying bony contour and your skin quality in a single session. Because you are already under IV sedation for the chin surgery, combining treatments maximizes your recovery period, improving deep wrinkles and perioral skin texture without needing a separate appointment or additional downtime.

How does an osseous genioplasty compare to getting custom facial implants?

An osseous genioplasty physically repositions your natural bone using intraoral incisions, allowing for precise adjustments in three dimensions—including lengthening or shortening facial height. In contrast, facial implants add superficial volume using synthetic materials. A genioplasty avoids foreign body risks and offers complete versatility for asymmetric, overly prominent, or severely receded chin structures.

How is submental fullness addressed alongside chin movement during surgery?

Advancing the chin bone naturally tightens the floor-of-mouth musculature, but localized stubborn fat deposits beneath the jawline may remain. Dr. Morrissette often combines sliding genioplasty with targeted facial liposuction—or facial fat grafting if volume needs to be added elsewhere—to refine the jawline and highlight the structural projection gained from the genioplasty.

When is a chin surgery combined with a full neck lift or facelift?

While genioplasty corrects bone structure and facial liposuction removes isolated fat, significant skin laxity or platysmal muscle banding requires a comprehensive neck lift or facelift. Combining these procedures with chin surgery reorganizes the underlying muscle slings, removes excess skin, and establishes a sharp, youthfully defined cervicomental angle and jawline.

What if I am unhappy with a previous chin surgery or anatomical outcome?

If a prior procedure resulted in asymmetry, hardware discomfort, soft tissue ptosis, or unsatisfactory projection, you may be a candidate for a specialized chin revision. Dr. Morrissette evaluates the existing bone structure and soft tissue coverage to adjust the bone position, re-anchor tissue, or remove problematic implants to restore optimal facial balance.

Will an intraoral genioplasty incision affect my lower lip sensation or chewing ability?

Genioplasty is performed entirely inside the mouth below the lower lip, leaving no external visible scarring. Because the surgical manipulation is strictly structural and occurs below the bite line, there is no change to your chewing forces or occlusion, allowing you to consume a regular diet post-op. While temporary numbness in the lower lip can occur due to stretching of nearby sensory nerves, full movement remains unaffected and sensation typically returns gradually as healing progresses.

Schedule Your Chin Surgery Consultation Today

Your first step is a conversation about your profile and goals. Dr. Morrissette will examine your chin, explain your options, and recommend the approach that balances your face. Contact Dr. Morrissette's office to schedule your genioplasty consultation in Ventura, Oxnard, or Santa Barbara.