I had orthognathic surgery (leforte 1), 5 months ago to correct a gummy smile. The surgery has caused my nose to broaden at the base when I smile even though my doctor used an alar stitch. Is there anything that can be done to correct this other than Rhinoplasty?
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July 19, 2009
Answer: Wide alar base aka wide nostrils: what to do?
Hi Leeloo90,
My name is Kevin Francois and I am a board certified Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon currently practicing in Jax, FL. That is a great question. Genioplasty, or chin surgery, is a procedure to reshape or reposition the chin to improve facial aesthetics and balance. It can be performed for...
Hi slidinggenio123,
My name is Dr. Kevin Francois and I am board certified Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon currently practicing in Jacksonville Fl. Not sure what kind of jaw surgery you are scheduled for but genioplasty alone will not correct the nasolabial lines. Typically, maxillary advancement can...
Hi Gregarious522666,
My name is Kevin Francois and I am a board certified Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing in Jacksonville Fl. Jaw surgery (especially advancements) can improve the neck contour and accordingly improve the double chin. You may consider doing a neck liposuction at the time of...