My Dr. says I have small bone fragments under my skin (chin) due to severe acne in my 20s. I am now 57. He said he doesn't think he can help me. Is there anyone who CAN help me with this problem?
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Answer: Effective removal of Heterotrophic Calcification and Acne Scars
The genioplasty procedure does not alter your teeth or bite, so I advise patients to maintain a normal diet from day one. If there is some residual numbness, you might need to be cautious with some foods to prevent biting your lip. Typically, young patients can return to work within 3-4 days as...
When it comes to candidacy for chin augmentation, it’s very important that we assess the actual shape of the mentalis region of the mandible a.k.a. the chin.
In your case, your chin is recessed or it’s lacking in projection.
There can be other parts of the demandable that can be insufficient and...
In order to provide symmetry and uniformity to the jawline, I would recommend a custom mandibular implant. This will provide a well-balanced lower face and contour to the jawline. The implant can extend the sides and chin in a complete implant.