Genioplasty Possible Results for Longer Chin? (photo)

I'm looking for a genioplasty where the chin gets cut and moved down i would wish at least 8mm down, ( i donw need much forward) for a more masculine look. I can push my chin down, but not long. In this picture i messured 8mm then it starts looking good (chin) will genioplasty give the same results that is seen in the picture?

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Chin lengthening

A genioplasty to lengthen your chin can accomplish what you've done digitally. However, with an advancement of >8mm, you will need either grafting of some sort to fill the defect and lend stability to the chin itself. There will likely also be a step-off between the chin and the rest of the jaw, and you may have some unintended aesthetic consequences that you may not like. Based on your pictures, a small lengthening osteotomy combined with liposuction of your neck would give... more

Vertical Chin Lengthening By Osteotomy

What you are demonstrating is exactly what a lengthening genioplasty by osteotomy can do. Other than a custom made implant, this is the only way to vertically lengthen a chin. Lengthening as much as 15mms poses some issues that are not seen in vertical lengthening movements under 6 to 8mms. With a bony gap this big, a hydroxyapatite or demineralized bone graft/block will need to be placed between the two bony segments to ensure good healing. Lengthening the chin by moving down the bone can... more