Should I get RP or chin implant?

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What do you think? Should I get rp or chin implant? Maybe both?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Without an exam your question cannot be answered. However, your photos are helpful and you are probably a good candidate for a Chin Augmentation. You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be better treated with other facial surgery (orthognathic surgery), although a chin augmentation may be an option at a later time. These patients should seek the advice of a plastic surgeon to determine which course is right for them. Here is some information to help you make this decision:Candidates for Chin Augmentation -Patients whose chin profiles are weak but have normally functioning jaws are candidates for Chin Augmentation. Many of these candidates have used injectable fillers in the past to strengthen the protrusion of their chins, but are looking for a permanent solution. If you are one of these patients, then you are a likely candidate for chin augmentation.

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello Christy and thanks for your photos and questionChin implant can provide a great positive improvement to the shape of the chin and create overall facial proportion and harmony.In many situations, it can make the nose look more balanced and appear smaller.Please consider visiting a board certified plastic surgeon with multiple training in the area of plastic surgery as well as facial surgery with passion for beautiful and natural looking results.Best Wishes,Dr Sajjadian

Sirius K. Yoo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. The chin augmentation (implant or sliding genioplasty) is the operation that will bring better balance to your face.  Your nose has many nice features, but a small bump removal (dorsal hump) and tip refinement would give you an incremental improvement.  If you are only considering doing one operation, the chin surgery is definitely the way to go.  If you don't like the bump or would like a little more definition to your tip, both can be done at the same time.  All the best!

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank for your pictures.  You may need evaluation of your lower jaw.  In my opinion, if your lower jaw and dentition are reasonable then a sliding genioplasty would improve your profile and correct your asymmetry.  Best wishes.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Given your large degree of horizontal chin deficiency, you would be best served long-term with a sliding genioplasty to move the chin bone forward. A large chin implant can also be used but it will make your chin look wider in the front view.

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