I will be having both a rhinoplasty and a genioplasty, however I am wondering which one should I have first. I have heard that genioplasty could affect the look and shape of the nose, so I was wondering should I do that first?
Answer: Nose and Chin Surgery Combined A small chin will make the nose appear larger, so it is common to combine rhinoplasty (nose shaping surgery) with genioplasty (chin enlargement) when nasal surgery is desired and the chin is also small. Computer imaging can be helpful in explaining what, and how much can be accomplished.Whether to combine or do the surgeries separately depends on you. If only one area is bothering you, fix that area. If you are on the fence for one, fix the one that is bothering you, and reevaluate after you have healed. If both areas are bothersome, most plastic surgeons would recommend doing the two procedures together.
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Answer: Nose and Chin Surgery Combined A small chin will make the nose appear larger, so it is common to combine rhinoplasty (nose shaping surgery) with genioplasty (chin enlargement) when nasal surgery is desired and the chin is also small. Computer imaging can be helpful in explaining what, and how much can be accomplished.Whether to combine or do the surgeries separately depends on you. If only one area is bothering you, fix that area. If you are on the fence for one, fix the one that is bothering you, and reevaluate after you have healed. If both areas are bothersome, most plastic surgeons would recommend doing the two procedures together.
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Should I have rhinoplasty or genioplasty? Hello,Thanks for your question. I don't think you have to worry about having both procedures at the same time. Genioplasty will adjust the shape and position of the vertex of the chin. It can be performed in light of the rhinoplasty and balanced nice. In fact, it makes sense to perform the rhinoplasty surgery first during the operation and then, based on nasal position, perform the genioplasty for balance. Work with your surgeon on this.Good luck,Dr. Shah
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Should I have rhinoplasty or genioplasty? Hello,Thanks for your question. I don't think you have to worry about having both procedures at the same time. Genioplasty will adjust the shape and position of the vertex of the chin. It can be performed in light of the rhinoplasty and balanced nice. In fact, it makes sense to perform the rhinoplasty surgery first during the operation and then, based on nasal position, perform the genioplasty for balance. Work with your surgeon on this.Good luck,Dr. Shah
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty and genioplasty The nose and the chin are closely related and are therefore usually addressed at the same time. Failure to address both can lead to abnormal facial proportions and a lack of facial harmony. I commonly perform both rhinoplasty and sliding advancement genioplasty (no implant) on my patients during the same surgery. I prefer using a patient's own bone for their chin augmentation as I do not believe in putting implants in the face.
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February 6, 2017
Answer: Rhinoplasty and genioplasty The nose and the chin are closely related and are therefore usually addressed at the same time. Failure to address both can lead to abnormal facial proportions and a lack of facial harmony. I commonly perform both rhinoplasty and sliding advancement genioplasty (no implant) on my patients during the same surgery. I prefer using a patient's own bone for their chin augmentation as I do not believe in putting implants in the face.
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February 5, 2017
Answer: Chin and nose surgery
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February 5, 2017
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Answer: Should I have rhinoplasty or genioplasty? A genioplasty can be performed on the upper jaw, the lower jaw, or both. If a genioplasty is performed on the upper jaw, it's probably best to perform that first, and then perform the rhinoplasty procedure six months later. Regarding the lower jaw, if the teeth fit well together, then consider a chin implant to augment the chin forward to help with facial balance and proportions, especially with respect to the nose. For more information and many before-and-after rhinoplasty/chin implant examples, please see the link and the video below
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Answer: Should I have rhinoplasty or genioplasty? A genioplasty can be performed on the upper jaw, the lower jaw, or both. If a genioplasty is performed on the upper jaw, it's probably best to perform that first, and then perform the rhinoplasty procedure six months later. Regarding the lower jaw, if the teeth fit well together, then consider a chin implant to augment the chin forward to help with facial balance and proportions, especially with respect to the nose. For more information and many before-and-after rhinoplasty/chin implant examples, please see the link and the video below
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