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Chin Implant Vs. Genioplasty - Augmenting the Labiomental Groove? (photo)

asked 6 months ago by Mr.Masticator in Earth
Latest answer by Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH
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Tags: comparison, expectation, groove, labiomental, sliding genioplasty

According to the orthodontist I have a retruded chin/jaw but my occlusion is good with just a slight overbite therefore I am not a candidate for jaw advancement. Included are side profile photos under different lighting conditions, I am biting in the top photo and my jaw is relaxed in the bottom. Is advancement of the labiomental groove in conjunction with the chins anterior point as depicted a realistic goal with a chin implant or genioplasty? If so which and would a custom implant be needed?

4 answers to Chin Implant Vs. Genioplasty - Augmenting the Labiomental Groove? (photo)

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Sliding Genioplasty offers correction in multiple planes, but has higher risks

Dear Mr Masticator As stated already, you are a candidate for either procedure. When choosing the size of the implant or amount of genioplasty, your surgeon and you will review your goals. Consider using less than you imaged in your picture on the right. As a general rule, the larger the implant, the more likely the labiomental sulcus will be deepened. Best Wishes
Travis T. Tollefson, MD, MPH

Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin Implant vs Genioplasty

After reviewing your pictures, I feel you can get an excellent result with a sliding genioplasty or a chin implant. I recommend the chin implant because it is an easier procedure with less post op morbidity and less risk of complications.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chin implant versus genioplasty

Either a sliding genioplasty or chin implant would be options. Implants come in several sizes and shapes so a custom implant wouldn't necessarily need to be ordered. A stock implant can be carved to customize it to your particular anatomy. Anatomic-style implants (horseshoe-shaped) are useful if you want to augment the prejowl area. Sliding genioplasty is also an option. This involves mobilizing your chin bone, advancing it forward (and upward or downward if desired) and plating it... more
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drlamperti.com

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Chin implant is carved to fit your anatomy precisely.

Hi. 1) A chin implant is simpler and safer, and (going by your pictures) should give you a good result. 2) Implants come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. We use a sterile sizer to determine which one is best for you. Then the implant is further refined or customized by carving it in the operating room to match your anatomy before finally inserting it. 3) Be sure to use a silicone implant. In our experience, Porex implants have a number of... more
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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