Cleft Chin / Mental Crease Treatment Melbourne
Consultation-Led Options
Cleft chin / mental crease treatment in Melbourne refers to consultation-led cosmetic aesthetic options that may assist in softening a chin dimple, chin dimpling, or a horizontal mental crease so the lower face appears more balanced. At Luxe Lips Melbourne (Camberwell, Brighton, Moonee Ponds), we begin with a comprehensive facial assessment to understand your anatomy, movement patterns, and what “natural-looking” means for you.
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Understanding Cleft Chin & the Mental Crease
A cleft chin or mental crease is a common anatomical feature where the chin shows a central dimple, dimpling with movement, or a horizontal fold, and cosmetic aesthetic options may assist in softening its appearance following an individual assessment. Many patients present because the chin can draw attention in photos, look more pronounced when speaking, or feel “out of proportion” with the rest of the lower face.
Patients often ask whether they “caused” it – most of the time, you didn’t. Clinically, a cleft chin/mental crease appearance can relate to:
GENETIC FACTORS
chin shape, bone, and soft-tissue attachment patterns
MUSCLE ACTIVITY
movement patterns around the chin during expression
SKIN & SUPPORT
skin thickness, soft-tissue support, and age-related changes
DENTAL & BITE
dental position and bite alignment can affect lower-face posture
Identifying which of these factors apply to you isn’t always something you can figure out on your own. Your consultation is where we assess your chin movement and lower-face proportions, talk through what may be contributing in your case, and help you understand what’s most appropriate for your anatomy and goals.
Cleft Chin / Mental Crease Treatment Areas / Options
Most cleft chin or mental crease concerns fall into a few patterns – and the most appropriate approach depends on whether the issue is mainly movement-related, structure-related, or a combination. Patients often arrive having seen one “standard” approach online; in practice, personalisation helps support subtle and proportional outcomes.
Below are the common options we assess during consultation.
Many patients present with a visible horizontal line between the chin and lower lip that looks deeper in certain lighting or facial expressions.
This approach may involve supporting the crease area so it appears less etched, while aiming to maintain natural movement.
Depth and visibility of the horizontal chin fold at rest and on movement
Skin thickness and soft-tissue support across the chin area
Whether subtle softening fits your goals and lifestyle
Suitability for a conservative starting point
How a staged plan may unfold across review appointments - “Will it look puffy?”
- “Will it change my smile?”
- “Is it obvious in photos?”
- “Can it be done subtly?”
- Softening of the crease appearance (not necessarily removal)
- A plan that considers proportion and symmetry
- Staged adjustments may be considered if appropriate
- Lower-face movement matters – assessment at rest and in expression
- A conservative approach is often considered initially
- May be combined with skin-quality approaches depending on skin thickness
- People whose main concern is a horizontal chin fold
- Patients seeking a subtle, natural-looking change
A common concern is chin dimpling that appears when talking, smiling, or concentrating, sometimes described as an “orange peel” texture.
This approach may involve addressing movement patterns that contribute to the dimpling, based on a clinical assessment of your chin activity.
Chin movement patterns at rest and during expression
How dimpling shows when speaking, smiling, or concentrating
Skin texture and any thickness considerations across the area
Whether conservative dosing is appropriate for your movement pattern
Suitability for maintaining natural expression - “Is this just my genetics?”
- “Will it affect how I speak?”
- “I’ve read scary stories online – is it risky?”
- A potential reduction in the prominence of dimpling in motion (varies between individuals)
- A conservative plan aimed at maintaining natural movement
- Clear aftercare guidance and follow-up
- Not everyone is suitable – movement patterns differ
- Over-treatment may look unnatural, so conservative planning is important
- Complementary skin approaches may be discussed if texture is also skin-related
- People whose dimpling is mainly movement-related
- Patients who wish to maintain natural expression
Patients often present saying their chin crease looks worse because the chin feels under-supported or the profile looks less defined than they’d like.
This approach may involve supporting chin shape and projection to enhance overall profile balance, which may also influence how prominent a crease appears.
Chin position relative to lips and jawline in profile
How chin support influences crease appearance
Symmetry across both sides of the chin and lower face
Whether subtle structural support fits your goals
How a staged plan may unfold for first-time patients - “Will it change my face too much?”
- “Can you keep it subtle?”
- “What if I don’t like it?”
- A proportional approach guided by facial measurements
- Subtle support that may assist in reducing the prominence of the crease
- A staged plan with review at follow-up to reassess balance
- Profile planning considers lips, jawline, and overall lower-face balance
- Combination approaches may be discussed where appropriate to support overall balance
- People seeking improved structural balance, not just crease softening
- Patients who prefer a measured, step-by-step plan
Many patients have more than one contributor – for example, a crease plus dimpling, or a crease plus profile imbalance.
Combination planning involves mapping priorities and sequencing options conservatively, often across more than one appointment.
Whole-face balance across chin, jawline, and lower-face contour
Which contributing factors are most prominent in your case
Sequencing priorities if multiple concerns are involved
Whether a staged approach is appropriate
Skin quality and movement patterns across the area - “Do I need to do everything at once?”
- “How do you keep it natural?”
- “How do you decide what comes first?”
- A staged plan with clear decision points discussed during consultation
- Conservative starting steps, with refinement considered over time if appropriate
- We generally avoid “stacking” changes in one visit, with staged planning often preferred
- Follow-up is included as part of the process
- People with multiple lower-face concerns
- Patients who prefer a long-term, measured approach
Your Consultation May Cover These Options.
A common starting point is a conservative, single-area plan, followed by review at your complimentary follow-up before considering any refinement. We’ll assess your suitability and discuss a plan together – with no obligation to proceed.
How We Help – Your Consultation and Journey
Cleft chin / mental crease concerns are typically addressed with a structured consultation that assesses chin movement, soft tissue, and profile balance, before any treatment is considered. Many patients worry about looking “overdone”, about discomfort, or about choosing the wrong option based on what they’ve read online. Our role is to give you clear, medically-governed information so you can decide calmly.
What we cover in your consultation
MEDICAL HISTORY AND SUITABILITY SCREENING
including medications and prior cosmetic treatments
MOVEMENT AND ANATOMY MAPPING
of the chin and lower face (rest vs expression)
YOUR MAIN CONCERN
crease depth, dimpling texture, profile balance, asymmetry
PREFERENCE DISCUSSION
subtle softening vs more structural change
RISK AND DOWNTIME EDUCATION
what’s common, what’s less common, what to watch for
A TAILORED PLAN AND QUOTE
including whether a staged approach is best
Here's what to expect from your first consultation through to follow-up – so you can come in informed, unhurried, and clear on what's involved at every stage.
Before Your Appointment
WHAT TO BRING & KNOWMany patients present with questions like: “Is my chin crease structural or movement-related?”, “Will it be obvious?”, or “How do I avoid doing too much?” The most helpful first step is a structured consultation where we assess your chin at rest and in motion, then map options to your goals.
Appointment time: ~30 minutes for consultation
If possible, arrive with a clean face around the chin/lower face
Tell us about upcoming events so we can plan conservatively
You’ll receive written aftercare guides tailored to your plan
During Treatment
WHAT TO EXPECTMany patients worry the appointment will feel rushed or uncomfortable. We take a paced approach: confirm the plan, explain each step, and check in regularly so you stay informed and comfortable.
Complimentary topical anaesthetic (numbing cream) where appropriate
Regular comfort check-ins
Clear explanations of what we’re doing and why
Ability to pause or slow down if you feel nervous
Aftercare & Follow-Up
WHAT HAPPENS NEXTPatients often ask what’s “normal” afterward and what to do if they feel unsure at home. We build aftercare into every plan, including written guidance and access to our clinical team.
Follow your written aftercare guide (tailored to your plan)
Avoid rubbing, pressing, or massaging the area unless advised
Keep activity gentle if you’re prone to swelling
Reach out if anything feels unusual or you would like reassurance
Treatment Is a Process, Not a Single Decision
Cleft chin and mental crease appearance can remain stable for years or become more noticeable over time, depending on skin support, collagen changes, and facial movement patterns. Clinically, some people mainly notice dimpling during expression (which may remain consistent), while others notice a deepening crease as soft-tissue support changes with age.
Research on general skin ageing suggests collagen production decreases gradually from early adulthood (often cited around 1% per year after age 30), but the visible impact on the chin varies widely due to genetics, sun exposure, and individual anatomy. A consultation helps you understand where you are in this timeline, what is driving your concern (movement, structure, skin quality, or a combination), and which options may be suitable.
Individual results may vary. This is a general representation and does not guarantee specific outcomes.
CLIENT REVIEWS
What our clients say
Explore More Treatment Options
This page focuses specifically on consultation-led cleft chin and mental crease planning. If you’re exploring broader lower-face, profile, or volume concerns, the pages below cover related conditions and approaches at Luxe Lips.
Cheek Volume Loss Melbourne
Midface volume changes that can influence how the chin reads in profile and across the lower face
Jaw Slimming & TMJ Melbourne
Jawline and tension-related concerns that often accompany chin assessment for whole-face proportion planning
Double Chin Melbourne
Submental concerns commonly assessed alongside chin shape, where overall lower-face balance guides the approach
Chin consultation
overall chin balance and proportion
Jawline consultation options
lower-face harmony planning
Skin rejuvenation options
texture and skin quality support
Collagen-stimulating options
long-term structural support plans
Energy-based tightening options
for selected concerns
Have Questions? Your Consultation Is a Good Place to Start.
Frequently Asked Questions
SAFETY & SUITABILITY
Is cleft chin / mental crease treatment safe? 
Who is a good candidate for treating a mental crease or chin dimpling?
What are the most common side effects?
RESULTS & TIMELINE
How soon will I see changes in my chin crease or dimpling?
How long do results last?
What does a “natural-looking” result mean for chin treatments?
AFTERCARE & LOGISTICS
Is there downtime after mental crease treatment?
Can I exercise after chin treatments?
How much does it cost?
WHERE TO START
What’s the most common starting approach at Luxe Lips?
Should I treat the crease, the dimpling, or the chin shape first?
MYTHS, WORRIES & 'WHAT IF'
Will I look unnatural or “overdone”?
I’ve read scary stories online – should I be worried?
What if I don’t like the outcome?
COMPARISON
Cleft chin / mental crease treatment vs chin implant surgery – what’s the difference?
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