I have a narrow jaw and weak pointy chin. I also have a pretty deep prejowl sulcus. My goal is to change the width (more square), projection, and if possible height of my chin. I also want to add width and definition to the back/side of my jawline. Currently, it narrows toward the back and disappears into my neck. Im not sure what the best option is to accomplish these goals. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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While most forms of chin augmentation will potentially deepen the labiomental groove, adding a vertical component to the chin augmentation will add some 'protection' from it. Vertical lengthening of the chin can be done by a vertical lengthening chin implant or a sliding genioplasty, each with...
Both operations can produce nice results but there are pro's/ con's of each.A chin implant does not increase vertical height like a genioplasty can but I do not think that you need a vertical improvement. A chin implant is generally less expensive and a more common approach but a well done...
The size, thickness and shape of the implant is determined at the time of the consultation and examination. The Augmentation occurs in all 3 dimensions. There is very little difference between the 2 chin implants you are looking at. The size of the implant matters much more than the sha...