Hi. I have very narrow face, and thinking of jaw implants. Should i be worried about bone resorption ? Because the implant will be under the masseter muscle, will it apply a preassure to the implant, thus causing a resorption ? Regards
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In looking at your profile photo, there is a shortened height appearance of your chin as well as insufficient projection. Placing a chin implant may improve projection, but it does not change the vertical height and may even deepen the fold between your lip and chin. I would recommend a sliding...
Without the benefit of a 3-D cat scan, it does not appear to be a problem with the bone of your chin. On the side view there is some ptosis (drooping) of the soft tissue and some asymmetry. I would get a 3-D cat scan to make sure the bone is symmetrical, and if that is the case, various...
Hi, I have performed many facial shaping procedures using dermal fillers, facial implants (cheek, chin), liposuction and/or facelifts for over 30 years. Following the beauty principles outlined in my book on face and body beauty, men look chiseled and handsome with angularity in the cheeks, c...