Are there options to have implant placed slightly higher so zero length is added to the chin?

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I've found out most chin implants are placed at the very bottom of the mandible. From what I've seen, that adds a tiny bit of vertical length to the chin regardless if the implant intended to do that. Are there options to have it placed slightly higher or so absolutely zero length is added to the chin? I only want projection but no length or width added.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

If chin implants are placed too high, they can impinge upon the mental nerves and cause pain. Additionally, since the mandible is at a 45° angle to the ground, all implants have a propensity for increasing the vertical height of the lower third of somebody’s face. I hope this explanation is helpful. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

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

Millie 17

Thank you for your question. Typically, most chin implants are placed right at the edge of the mandible. Theoretically should not add to your chin. I can see where there may be perceived length visualize because of the tissues of the chin may seem a little fuller (longer) due the disturbance of these tissues during placement of the implant.  . It is not advantageous to place the chin implant a little higher, because then it will disturbed the normal mechanics of the muscles of the lower lip and chin. In my opinion. Additionally, this is where may be a sliding genioplasty can have a slight advantage as it takes the tissues of the lower chin and move in conjunction with the bone.

I was suggest seeking the opinions of several board certified plastic surgeons concerning your best options via in person consultation.

Best wishes!

Earl Stephenson Jr, MD, DDS, MBA
ESJ Aesthetics
#TruthAndTransformation.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is not likely that properly placed chin implant will drop down bellow mandible (chin) border. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation with facial implants is recommended. Good luck.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

At Plant can be placed so it gives either full vertical or full horizontal projection and usually it’s a combination of both.
That said I would say most chin implants, focus on giving horizontal projection more than vertical projection because that’s what most people need and are looking for.
When done correctly the implant will be positioned in the way that best suits the patient.
If you have a plastic surgeon, then talk to him or her about your concerns and ask them to show you lots of before, but after pictures of previous patients who had similar facial characteristics, so you have a good understanding of what your results will look like.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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