Chin Injections in Virginia, Washington D.C. and Maryland.

Enhance your profile with confidence! Experience the transformative effects of chin injections at The Naderi Center in Virginia. Our specialists provide precise, non-surgical treatments to add definition and balance to your chin. From consultation to results, enjoy exceptional care and achieve a more refined, contoured look. Reveal your best self with our expert chin injection services.

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Who Performs Chin Filler at The Naderi Center?

Every injection at The Naderi Center is performed by one of two physicians, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and a board-certified dermatologist, never by a nurse injector or physician assistant. Both physicians see patients in Reston and Chevy Chase.

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Dr. Shervin Naderi, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and physician injector in Reston, VA and Chevy Chase, MD

Dr. Shervin Naderi, MD, FACS

Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Injecting Botox and fillers for more than 20 years

Dr. Naderi performs his own Botox and filler injections and is known for natural results that never look overdone. His injection videos are followed by patients and by other injectors who use them to refine their own technique, and he is regularly invited onto podcasts and live shows to talk about fillers. As a facial plastic surgeon, he tells you honestly when an injectable is the right answer and when another treatment would do more.

Credentials

  • Board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Former national clinical trainer for Allergan and Medicis, teaching physicians how to inject fillers
  • Oral board examiner for the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Author of textbook chapters on facial plastic surgery
  • Member and former officer, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Former clinical assistant professor, Indiana University School of Medicine

Recognition

  • Newsweek, America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, 2023 to 2026
  • Washingtonian Top Doctor, selected year after year
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor, 2026
  • Northern Virginia Magazine and Arlington Magazine Top Doctor; Best of Bethesda
  • Voted one of the top 25 injectors in the country by RealSelf users
  • Lip injections featured in NewBeauty Magazine
Meet Dr. Naderi
Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass, board-certified dermatologist and physician injector in Reston, VA and Chevy Chase, MD

Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatology

Thousands of patients treated with fillers and Botox

Dr. Snodgrass focuses on cosmetic dermatology, with a special interest in non-surgical facial rejuvenation with fillers and Botox. She has treated thousands of patients with cosmetic injectables and performs Botox, fillers, PRF and other injectables at both of our offices.

Credentials

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology
  • Dermatology residency at the University of Florida, one of the most competitive residencies in the country
  • Medical degree from the University of Florida; college at Mercer University
  • Author of scientific articles and textbook chapters, and presenter at national meetings

Memberships

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
  • Women’s Dermatologic Society
  • American Medical Association
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Discover Chin Injections Benefits

The benefits of Chin Injections go beyond mere aesthetic enhancement; they offer a transformative impact on your facial symmetry and overall appearance. Administered by skilled professionals, these injections are a minimally invasive way to attain your ideal look while boosting your confidence.

What is Chin Augmentation?

Chin enhancement with dermal fillers is a procedure that can be done in the office without the risks and downtime that comes with surgical chin augmentation. Dermal fillers applied to the chin region can help to correct a variety of unwanted chin concerns.

Chin augmentation can be performed to both enhance a recessed and under-projected chin, as well as to create a more contoured and sculpted appearing chin. Dermal fillers can also be used to correct any asymmetries along the chin. Some individuals do not like the appearance of a “dimpled” chin and fillers can be used to fill in and smoothen out unwanted chin dimples. For some individuals that have a mild case of a “double chin”, placing filler along the chin can help to diminish the appearance of excess fat under the neck. Chin fillers can also be used to hide some of the effects of aging by diminishing the appearance of jowls. Lastly, some patients undergo chin augmentation with fillers in order to see how they feel about undergoing a permanent chin augmentation with a chin implant. 

Chin augmentation with fillers in Virginia showing enhanced projection, reduced dimpling, and improved facial harmony
Dermal fillers applied to the chin region can help to correct a variety of unwanted chin concerns

Expected Results after Chin Augmentation with Fillers

  • Improved chin projection
  • More defined and contoured chin
  • Potentially decreasing the appearance of a double chin
  • Diminished chin “dimples” or “butt chin”
  • Diminished jowl appearance
  • Better overall facial and neck harmony
 

Ideal Candidates for Chin Filler

Good candidates for chin fillers
  • Desire to have a better defined chin area
  • Seek to get rid of any chin dimples
  • Want to improve overall symmetry along their chin
  • Have mild appearing jowls that can be hidden with dermal filler applied along the chin-jaw line
  • Would like to enlarge the appearance of their chin as well as increase its projection
  • Desire to create the effect that a surgical chin augmentation would achieve, prior to actually undergoing surgery

Technique for Chin Enhancement with Fillers

Depending on the type of chin correction desired your physician provider will determine where and how much filler will be needed to achieve the anticipated results. The type of filler used is also important when it comes to addressing different chin concerns.

Aging Chin

Filler is placed along the chin to jawline, or the “pre-jowl sulcus”, to soften the appearance of any loose and sagging skin contributing to the formation of “jowls”. Typically a softer and more gel like filler such as Juvederm Vollure would be used to correct this type of deformity.

Chin fillers can be used to enhance an under-projected or “recessed” appearing chin. Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland Plastic Surgery
Dermal fillers can be used to treat mild to moderate jowls.

Dimpled or Cleft Chin

Chin dimpling or cleft chin may be seen as attractive on some individuals and for others it may be bothersome to their appearance. Regardless of the type of chin dimpling or cleft chin, most can be smoothened out with dermal fillers.

Dimpled Or Cleft Chin​
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Recessed Chin

A recessed or under-projected chin can really distort facial harmony and balance. A small chin can make the lower part of the face appear sunken and consequently exaggerate the size of the upper half of the face. Using dermal fillers that are more structured and firmer, our physicians can build the size of a chin comparable to what can be achieved surgically with chin implants.

Correction of a recessed chin brings better overall balance to the face.
Correction of a recessed chin brings better overall balance to the face.

Double Chin

Most cases of double chin correction should be done either with non-surgical options such as Kybella or surgical neck liposuction. In cases where there is a mild “double chin” and potentially a component of a recessed chin, dermal fillers can provide some improvement smoothening the neckline.

For some patients with the appearance of a “double chin,” chin augmentation with fillers can soften the appearance of excess fatty tissue under the chin.
For some patients with the appearance of a “double chin”, chin augmentation with fillers can soften the appearance of excess fatty tissue under the chin.

Male vs. Female Chin Contouring

When contouring male and female chins, it is important to understand that male chins are usually fuller and more square shape, while the preference for female chins is to be more narrow and more rounded.

It is important to understand that male chins are usually fuller and more square shape than female chins
Masculine and feminine chins.

Surgical Chin Augmentation

Patient’s undergoing dermal filler chin enhancement may need repeated filler injections every 6 months to 2 years depending. The timing for repeat injections depends on the initial filler volume used and how quickly their body metabolizes the hyaluronic acid fillers. Surgical chin augmentation with a chin implant provides a long-term solution to repeat filler injections. Many patients use dermal filler injections as a means for seeing whether they would like a larger and more projected chin. Chin augmentation achieved with fillers is reversible . If someone were to regret their decision, they can have the fillers melted, or just wait for the filler to go away on its own with time. After surgical chin augmentation, if the results were not pleasing to a patient, they would have to undergo a second surgery to remove the chin implant.

Comparison of surgical chin augmentation and dermal fillers in Virginia highlighting longevity, reversibility, and treatment outcomes
Surgical chin augmentation can be performed by inserting a permanent chin implant.

How many syringes are needed for a filler chin augmentation?

1 syringe of filler is the equivalent of 1/5th of a teaspoon in volume. After swelling subsides there may be a need for additional filler injections if you desire increased volume. Our doctors are very conservative and do not over inject patients. Our physicians prefer to add volume slowly with time to achieve desired results. The first-time getting injections, the results tend to go away faster. With repeat treatments, results last longer as you build your own collagen around the injection sites.

Every person has a different facial structure depending on number of injected areas and facial features, required filler volume can range anywhere between 1 to 3 syringes. The number of syringes will be determined during the consultation.

Number of filler syringes used for chin enhancement can range from 1 – 3
Number of dermal filler syringes used for chin enhancement can range from 1 – 3

Testimonial

“I had an incredible experience with Dr. Naderi. I was unhappy with my profile and thought addressing my nose was the solution – surgically or non surgically. However, he showed me what what I was asking for would look on my face and to my surprise, the issue was with my chin projection. After minimal fillers I am so incredibly satisfied with how I look. I cannot thank him enough for walking me through what I actually needed to achieve the results I was looking for.”

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Preparing for your chin filler injections

Proper dermal filler preparation is important when it comes to minimizing recovery and increasing safety of injections. Prior to your appointment it is important to be off of certain supplements and medications as well as to minimize consumption of certain foods that are high in Omega-3 and Omega 6. All of our patients are advised to view our list of “Things to Avoid” prior to injections or surgery.

2 Weeks Before Injections

Follow our dietary restrictions. ​

Starting 2 weeks before your appointment, avoid nuts, seeds, fish, fish oil, NSAIDs, supplements, and anything that prolongs bleeding. This will significantly help minimize bruising, bleeding, and swelling after your injections. Read our Guidelines on Foods and Medications to Avoid Prior to Injections.

Arnica Supplements​

You can start Arnica supplements a week prior to injection to help with post injection bruises. Arnica helps to speed up the fading away of bruises. Arnica supplements can be found in most health supplement isles at your local Whole Foods, GMC or CVS, and can also be purchased from The Naderi Center.

Stopping Medications and Supplements​

Talk to your primary care doctor or physician specialist. If you are on blood thinners you may need to stop these a few days to weeks prior to your injection treatment. Speak to your prescribing physician regarding if it is safe to stop these medications as well as to obtain instructions about when to stop and restart the medication. We do not recommend patients that are on life saving medications to stop their medications in order to have any cosmetic procedures performed.

Prevention of Cold Sores​

Patients prone to cold sores will need to start a prophylaxis dose of an anti-viral medication prior to their injection treatment. Your physician provider will prescribe this medication prior to your treatment.

Familiarize yourself with risks and benefits​

Read our filler consent prior to your visit to familiarize yourself with risks and benefits of filler injections.

Day of Injection

Eat and drink before your treatment

It is not uncommon for patients to “pass-out” or get “vaso-vagal” during their injection. Most people are not fond of needles. Having a good blood sugar and being hydrated will make it less likely that you will feel queasy during your treatment.

Minimize make up and lotions​

Please minimize make-up, especially in and around areas where you would like to get injections performed. Our medical assistants will have to remove your make-up prior to the procedure. You can bring make up with you and apply it immediately after your treatment.

Come in 30 minutes prior to your appointment time for numbing​

We recommend numbing cream application prior to dermal filler injections. The numbing cream needs a good 20 – 30 minutes to exert its full effect, hence, we ask all our filler injection patients to come a little earlier to allow for the numbing time.

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Patients prone to cold sores will need to start a prophylaxis dose of an anti-viral medication prior to their injection treatment. Your physician provider will prescribe this medication prior to your treatment.

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Recovery after Chin Filler Injection

After your filler injection, it is normal to have some swelling, pinpoint bleeding, and bruising. If numbing cream was applied for your procedure, you will still feel number for another 1-2 hours after your procedure. Please be sure to follow our post procedure instructions in order to minimize swelling, bruising, and decrease downtime.

After the Chin Injection

How long will my chin filler injection last?

Hyaluronic acid filler molecules can last up to 18 months in certain areas of the face. However the visible effects of the fillers, to the naked eye, can last a shorter period. HA fillers last a shorter time in more dynamic and mobile areas such as lips, but last longer in less mobile areas such as the lower eyelid tear troughs or the nose (non-surgical rhinoplasty).

“FULL CORRECTION” is an important concept in longevity of the filler results. Full correction refers to fully correcting the problem with the necessary amount of filler. For example, for deep nasolabial folds or smile lines, 2 to 3 syringes of Restylane may be required for the best results or “full correction.”

However, if a patient chooses to only use 1 syringe, optimal results will not be reached. While the filler material injected may be present for up to a year or more, the “visible results” may not be appreciated for more than just a few days! This phenomenon occurs because immediately after the injection, the patient visibly notices the “improvement”, but after a few days when the initial swelling settles down, the patient will rightly think they need more volume, and will incorrectly think “the Restylane must have all been absorbed”. Patients often forgot the starting point and how deep the lines were in the first place.

These type of problem exists when the full amount of necessary volume is not injected in the first place. This is why “full correction” is so important. At The Naderi Center, we pride ourselves in educating each patient on how to reach their best results with injectables. This is part of our consultation process.

How often do I need to repeat chin filler injections?

Repeat injections of dermal fillers are needed to maintain or improve results.

Factors affecting how often injections need to be repeated

  1. Filler type
  2. Volume previously injected
  3. Area on face injected

Juvederm Ultra Plus and Perlane tend to last longer than Restylane or Juvederm Ultra. Belotero lasts less than the other HA fillers. These effects are due to the actual Hyaluronic acid concentration in each syringe of dermal filler as well as their “cross linking” or “bonding pattern”. The more concentrated and the more cross-linked, the longer they last. However, there are distinct differences and advantages as well as disadvantages with each of these fillers.

Repeat injections of dermal fillers are needed to maintain results
Repeat injections of dermal fillers are needed to maintain results

Risks, Safety, and Potential Complications of Dermal Fillers

Common and expected side effects of chin filler injections include the following.

Please notify our office immediately if you feel that you may be experiencing any of the above possible complications after your filler injections.

Chin Injections FAQs

Chin fillers are expertly performed by Dr. Naderi and Dr. Snodgrass. Whether you're seeking subtle refinement or structural enhancement, each doctor brings years of advanced training in non-surgical facial contouring.

An ideal candidate for chin injections is someone looking to improve their chin's contour and definition, who is in good health, and has realistic expectations about the procedure. It’s also suitable for those seeking non-surgical options for enhancing their profile.

During the procedure, a healthcare professional will cleanse the area and may apply a numbing cream. The injections take only a few minutes, and you might feel a slight pinch. The entire process typically takes less than 30 minutes.

The longevity of chin injection results varies depending on the type of filler used. Most results last between 6 months to 2 years. Regular touch-ups can help maintain the desired look.

Common side effects include temporary redness, swelling, bruising, and tenderness at the injection site. These effects usually subside within a few days. Rarely, more serious complications can occur, which should be discussed with your provider.

Preparation includes avoiding blood-thinning medications and supplements, like aspirin and fish oil, for a few days before the procedure. It's also advised to stay hydrated and follow any specific instructions provided by your healthcare professional.

Recovery from chin injections is typically quick. Most people return to their regular activities immediately. However, it's best to avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun exposure, and touching the treated area for at least 24 hours post-treatment.

Yes, chin injections can be combined with other treatments like Botox, lip fillers, or skin resurfacing procedures to achieve a more balanced and harmonious facial appearance. Consult your provider to create a tailored treatment plan.

The cost of chin injections varies based on the type of filler, the amount used, the provider's experience, and the clinic's location. For an accurate estimate, consult with a qualified healthcare professional.

Results from chin injections are usually visible immediately after the procedure. However, the final outcome becomes more apparent after a few days, once any initial swelling or redness has subsided.

Chin injections are generally well-tolerated. Some patients may experience slight discomfort or a pinching sensation during the injection. Numbing agents can be applied to minimize discomfort, making the procedure relatively painless for most people.

If you live in the states of Virginia or Maryland, The Naderi Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology offers chin injections among its services. For a full list of services, please visit our Locations page.