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My chin grew to be uneven. I am curious about a fix (Photo)

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BmmayerDec 1, 2017

when I was little I fell and busted my chin on concrete and didn't seem bad enough to do anything about so the scrape healed and I'm not sure if that could be the possible cause but I'm curious to if there is a treatment to even my chin out preferably to match the smaller side and if so how well would it be treated and how much would the cost be

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

There can be a fair amount of swelling after a chin implant, which will gradually resolve over several weeks to months. I recommend following up with your surgeon. If your implant is asymmetrical, it can be re-positioned with a surgical procedure. I hope this helps.

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD

There can be a fair amount of swelling after a chin implant, which will gradually resolve over several weeks to months. I recommend following up with your surgeon. If your implant is asymmetrical, it can be re-positioned with a surgical procedure. I hope this helps.

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Zoran Potparic, MD

Based on your symptoms I would say that jaw surgery with sliding genioplasty is a better choice. However, chin implant is a simple surgery with minimal recovery time. You can always change your mind and have jaw surgery if implant doesn't work to your liking. It is quite possible that you may...

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Matthew Richardson, MD

Sliding genioplasty is certainly option to augment the chin area, but this is not a procedure I perform due to the extensive recovery involved and the changes that occur with the teeth, bite, etc. Most patients with a weak chin can benefit tremendously from a chin implant, which can be placed i...

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Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS

In most cases, your chin will return to its presurgical appearance and muscle function returns to normal. I would discuss your concerns with your surgeon but it probably will take more time.

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Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS

The answer is yes. However IMHO simple silicone implants will not be sufficient. I would consult with a maxilofacial surgeon that may give you some ideas with regards to what can be done to reposition bones such a sliding genioplasty. Good luck.Dr PG

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