I wouldn't say my chin is too big, but it is quite square, and I feel it sticks out (particularly when I smile). I'd like to achieve a smaller/rounder chin and a cleaner jawline. Would I benefit from a chin reduction perhaps? Or something else? I've attached two photos: the first being an example of how my chin sticks out when I smile. The second, an edit of what I'd like to achieve, alongside an unedited photo.
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January 26, 2014
Answer: How could I achieve a smaller, more rounded chin?
Thank you for your question. I would suggest waiting until the swelling has reduced to a greater degree because it is unclear that this is the final result. I would say you wouldn't have a great idea what the final product looks like just yet.I would suggest waiting until weeks 6-8 post op to...
The first thing to realize is that what you are seeing at just two weeks after surgery is not necessarily the final result. Because of swelling the shape of the chin may eventually be different than what you are seeing now. You may think what you are seeing is the final result but that does not...
10mm is a lot so be careful. Usually, lengthening genioplasties only will lengthen and project a few mm out and down, but it certainly depends on the situation (without photos, it's difficult to determine). If you truly have a vertically short chin, I agree with the genioplasty...
