I have always had a weak chin with a ball on it which only appears when I close my lips together, when I am smiling it is fine. I also have quite a hard time closing my mout fully as I feel like my chin pulls back (not sure if that makes a lot of sense). I'm wondering what the best solution for this is? I wouldn't want a drastic change but if I could get rid of the ball at the end of my chin it would be great! Also would anyone recommend a chin implant?
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October 5, 2013
Answer: Sliding Genioplasty To Reduce Chin Ball and Increase Chin Projection
Looking at your photo you do have a significantly weak chin. I would anticipate that you have what is called micrognathia which means not only is your chin small but also your lower jaw (mandible) is set too far back compared to your upper jaw (maxilla). Microgenia is when you have a small chin...
Your lower jaw growth asymmetry is quite common and can be ideally managed with orthodontics and 'jaw surgery'. Costs will range significantly depending on where you live in North America.
A second option is 'masking'. This approach builds out the right side of the face with implants along...
Hello Kitty81,
Thanks for your question. You are very early from your chin implant surgery. Yes, depending on the vector of placement of your chin implant, it can give you a more elongated look to your face. But, in general, those that need chin implants have relatively...
