Genioplasty in Barcelona
Advanced, personalized chin surgery for international patients
What is genioplasty?
Genioplasty (also known as mentoplasty or chin surgery) is the surgical procedure that reshapes, repositions or resizes the chin to restore facial harmony and balance. A chin that is too small, too prominent, asymmetric or vertically disproportionate can significantly affect your facial profile, self-confidence and overall appearance.
At Birbe Clinic in Barcelona, we perform chin surgery through an intraoral approach — with no visible external scars — typically under local anesthesia with sedation, as a day-case procedure with no hospital stay required.
Who is a candidate for genioplasty?
Chin surgery may be indicated in several situations:
- Aesthetic enhancement: Patients with a correct bite who wish to improve chin projection, reduce a prominent chin or correct an asymmetry.
- Combined with orthognathic surgery: When a more complex skeletal problem affects the bite and jaw position, genioplasty can be performed alongside jaw surgery for a comprehensive result.
- Facial feminization or masculinization surgery: As part of gender-affirming procedures to reshape the lower face.
- Reconstruction: Following facial trauma or oncological surgery.
Important: If your chin position is caused by an underlying jaw or bite problem, orthognathic surgery — with or without genioplasty — may be the right treatment. Dr. Birbe will provide an honest, thorough diagnosis to recommend the most appropriate solution for your specific case.
We master every genioplasty technique
At Birbe Clinic, we do not rely on a single approach. Our team, led by Dr. Joan Birbe — a maxillofacial surgeon certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) — commands the full range of chin surgery techniques and selects the most suitable one based on each patient’s anatomy and goals:
- Sliding genioplasty (advancement): Moves the chin forward to correct retrogenia or a recessed chin profile.
- Setback genioplasty: Reduces projection of an overly prominent chin, using a clockwise rotation technique to prevent jowling.
- Vertical genioplasty (impaction / downgrafting): Shortens or lengthens the lower third of the face to balance facial proportions.
- Asymmetry correction: Centers and symmetrizes the chin in cases of lateral deviation.
- Mandibular recontouring, Chin Wing & Chin Shield techniques: Advanced osteotomy designs that also address jaw angle definition or compensate for a deep labiomental fold.
Custom PEEK chin implants: next-generation prostheses
When chin augmentation with a prosthesis is the best option, we offer custom-made implants designed using 3D digital planning and manufactured in PEEK (polyether-ether-ketone), a high-performance biocompatible material that provides:
- A perfect, anatomically precise fit tailored to your facial structure.
- Outstanding long-term stability and safety.
- No bone resorption — a significant advantage over traditional silicone implants.
Before surgery, we share the virtual plan and 3D simulation of the expected result with you, so you can visualize the change and confirm it meets your expectations.
We also carefully evaluate whether a standard implant, a custom PEEK prosthesis or a bone osteotomy is the best path for your individual case — always prioritizing the most effective and honest recommendation.
Genioplasty vs. orthognathic surgery: which one do you need?
Many patients confuse these two procedures. The distinction is crucial:
| Genioplasty | Orthognathic surgery | |
|---|---|---|
| What does it change? | Only the chin (the “tip” of the jawbone) | The entire jaw, maxilla, or both |
| Does it correct the bite? | No | Yes |
| Primary indication | Aesthetic chin enhancement with a normal bite | Bite problems and skeletal jaw malalignment |
Using genioplasty as camouflage for a jaw problem has limited indications (up to 6–8 mm of discrepancy). If a malocclusion is present, orthognathic surgery is the definitive solution — and genioplasty can be added if the chin shape requires it. Dr. Birbe will always give you an honest assessment of which option truly addresses your needs.
Why choose Birbe Clinic for genioplasty in Barcelona?
- Over 25 years of experience in advanced facial surgery.
- ABOMS certification: Dr. Joan Birbe holds the Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — the highest international certification in the field, guaranteeing world-class expertise and commitment to quality.
- Mastery of all genioplasty techniques: advancement, setback, vertical changes, asymmetry correction, mandibular recontouring, custom implants and complex osteotomies.
- Custom PEEK prostheses designed with 3D virtual planning.
- 3D digital diagnostics and simulation using CBCT and advanced imaging, so you see your expected result before surgery.
- Honest, patient-centered approach: we recommend the technique you actually need — no upselling, no unnecessary procedures.
- Fixed, all-inclusive pricing with financing options available.
- Full support throughout — before, during and after your procedure.
International patient services
We regularly welcome patients from across Europe, the Middle East and beyond. Our international patient care includes:
- Online video consultation with Dr. Birbe before you travel, including 3D treatment plan review.
- Fluent English communication at every stage — consultations, documentation and follow-up.
- Travel and accommodation guidance for your stay in Barcelona.
- Efficient scheduling: most patients can fly home within 5–7 days after genioplasty.
- Remote follow-up via video call after your return home, with coordination with your local doctor if needed.
- Fit-to-fly clearance when appropriate.
- Barcelona is one of Europe’s leading medical tourism destinations, and Birbe Clinic makes the entire process seamless — from your first online consultation to your safe return home.
Clinical cases - Genioplasty
Mandibular angle prosthesis
The implant design and planning are completed virtually, and we share the simulation with you before placement to ensure the agreed objectives are met. The prosthesis is placed through a small intraoral incision.
Bone genioplasty with downgrafting
Patients with a short lower facial third and a deep labiomental fold benefit from both chin advancement and downgrafting — lengthening the lower face height and restoring balanced facial proportions.
Projection genioplasty (advancement)
Chin advancement to improve profile definition and facial harmony, with natural results and no visible scars.
Setback genioplasty (reduction)
The main risk in chin setback is creating submental laxity (jowling) due to the backward movement. Our strategy avoids a simple linear retraction: instead, we perform a clockwise rotation of the chin with both a setback and an upward component, which supports the submental soft tissues and prevents jowl formation.
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Pricing and financing
Following a thorough, personalized evaluation, we provide a fixed, all-inclusive quote with no hidden costs. Flexible payment plans and financing options are available to help you move forward with confidence.
Book your first consultation or contact us by phone and WhatsApp to discuss your genioplasty with our team.
Frequently asked questions about Genioplasty
A genioplasty (sliding genioplasty) involves cutting and repositioning your own chin bone to change its projection, height or alignment. A chin implant adds volume using a prosthesis placed over the bone. At Birbe Clinic, we perform both techniques — as well as advanced custom PEEK implants — and recommend the one that best fits your anatomy and goals.
The cost of genioplasty varies depending on the technique (bone osteotomy vs. implant), the complexity of the case and whether it is combined with other procedures. At Birbe Clinic, we provide a fixed, all-inclusive quote after your initial consultation, with financing options available. In Spain, indicative pricing ranges from €3,000 to €7,000 depending on the case.
No. At Birbe Clinic, all chin surgery is performed through an intraoral approach (inside the mouth), so there are no visible external scars on the skin.
Genioplasty is an outpatient procedure and recovery is relatively fast. Most patients return to normal daily activities within 3 to 7 days, following a soft diet and avoiding intense physical exertion for the first few weeks. International patients can typically fly home within 5–7 days.
You will notice the change immediately, although some swelling is normal during the first few weeks. Most swelling resolves within one month, and the definitive contour is visible between 3 and 6 months after surgery.
Genioplasty only modifies the chin and is primarily an aesthetic procedure. Orthognathic surgery repositions the entire jaw, the upper jaw (maxilla) or both, and its main purpose is to correct bite problems and skeletal alignment. If your bite is normal and you only want to improve your chin, genioplasty is the right choice. If there is an underlying skeletal issue, Dr. Birbe will honestly explain whether you need orthognathic surgery instead.
PEEK (polyether-ether-ketone) is a next-generation biocompatible material that allows us to fabricate custom implants using 3D digital design. PEEK implants fit your anatomy perfectly, offer excellent long-term stability and — unlike silicone — do not cause bone resorption of the underlying mandible, which is a significant clinical advantage.
Yes. Genioplasty is frequently combined with rhinoplasty, orthognathic surgery, facelift or neck liposuction to achieve a more balanced and harmonious facial result. Dr. Birbe will assess whether a combined approach is advisable in your case.
Genioplasty is not a painful procedure. It is performed under local anesthesia with sedation, ensuring a comfortable experience. After surgery, mild discomfort can be managed with standard painkillers and cold compresses during the first few days. Most patients describe the postoperative experience as very manageable.
It depends on the type of implant. Silicone implants are easily removable. PEEK implants can also be removed, although their custom design and micro-screw fixation make the need for removal extremely rare. Other materials such as Medpor or porous polyethylene become more difficult to extract the longer they remain in place — which is why choosing the right material from the start is essential.
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Exclusive dedication to maxillofacial surgery, implantology and oral rehabilitation in an interdisciplinary manner, with the participation of various specialists led by Dr. Joan Birbe, Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Pre-Operative
Our intention with these recommendations is to help you prepare for your intervention.By following these recommendations you will increase your chances of having a better postoperative period and faster healing.
Post-Operative
It is important for us, in this section of post-operative recommendations, to remind you that in order to guarantee a good long-term prognosis of the dental treatments, you must attend the annual check-up visits and follow the oral maintenance program (dental hygiene) with the appropriate periodicity for your oral health.
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After a rigorous evaluation, we offer you a personalized and closed budget with all the necessary forms of payment and financing, so that you can carry it out.
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- Monday, Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:00h to 19:00h.
- Phone: +34 93 212 47 37
Outside our working hours you can send us a WhatsApp or a form and we will get back to you the next business day. Being located in Barcelona, we receive patients from all over the national and international territory.
During your first consultation we will provide you with:
Personal diagnosis by oral and facial examination.
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