I have an overbite which can cause my bottom jaw pain and I get tension headaches. I have tried gum shield for sleeping at night to alleviate pain. My chin is quite weak and it's not until recently that I have realised my chin being weak could perhaps be related to my overbite. I would really like some help and guidance on how to proceed for consultation? and the downtime and options thank you
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Several options to consider to help improve the chin and lower jawline, each with their advantages and disadvantages. Surgery with chin implant or genioplasty. Non-surgical with Botox and/or filler. Many plastic surgeons may likely suggest chin implant surgery. If you haven't already, then speak...
A deep labiomental sulcus can be improved by the use of fat injection grafting or an actual subcutaneous implant. With chin augmentation the labiomental sulcus will become deeper no matter if it is done with an implant or a sliding genioplasty. The labiomental sulcus will really need to be...
Angela,You would benefit from corrective jaw surgery. Making a treatment plan requires that you seek a consultation with an oral maxillofacial surgeon. You will most likely require an orthodontist to help with lining up the teeth. typically orthognathic surgery is combined with braces to get the...