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I have a recessed chin and jawline. What can I do? (photo)

samanthajean12345Apr 13, 2017
I have a very recessed chin and no jawline. I talked very briefly with a cosmetic surgeon and after reviewing my photos he said the dip between my lip and my chin is quite prominent in doing a chin implant will just make me look like I have what is referred to as a witches chin. I feel like maybe my best bet is jaw surgery but right now I have quite an overbite but my bottom teeth hit the back of my front. But I am so self conscious and want to do something.

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Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired)
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Answered on Apr 15, 2017
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Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired)

Yes, it can be revised but the specifics of the surgical plan and  the analysis of your present situation will give you the details on added risk etc. Generally, it can be done and the risks primarily relate to the original ones eg lower jaw nerve issue, infection, etc. Scarring adds an ...

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Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired)

That is a good observation on your part. There are growth patterns which have adequate ramal/jaw angles development associated with a recessive mandible. But more commonly the lower jaw is deficient on both projection and width. However when we advance the mandible some of us do augment the...

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Yes, it can augment and enhance the midface and also the upper lip; as well as reduce the nasolabial folds. The key may be to ensure it balances the 'cheekbones' so one area does not appear 'too strong'/too full. The procedure is relatively simple and readily performed by some of us who do...

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