Hello there good doctors. I have a very small frog like chin My query is how much advancement is possible both vertically and horizontally with an sliding genioplasty. I have heard the maximum of 5 mm in both vertical and horizontal advancement is possible, not more than that. Is it true? I am not interested in chin implants, I might need a jaw surgery anyways take care
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