Can you help with my droopy lower lip 4 weeks after jaw and chin reduction? (Photos)

Question

BEFORE Surgery: I had dimples in the CENTER of my chin. My Lower lip did not drop this way; My Lower lip was not asymmetrical (at least not that severely). 4 Weeks AFTER Surgery: The chin dimples are now on the right side of my chin and the skin is pulling to the right; The Lower lip is severely droopy and very asymmetrical. EXPECTATIONS: To have lower lip centered and symmetrical again; to correct the dimples; to have the lower lip lifted back to its place. Thanks!

Brad M. Gandolfi, MD · Answer

Barb,
Swelling after jaw surgery will hide results and lasts a few months so be patient. That being said, the dimples I see are actually your mentalis muscle, which works to push your lower lip up. The chin supports the lower lip, so reducing the chin decreases the lower lip support and causes that muscle to work harder. Hopefully, your symmetry will improve as the swelling goes down, and you should be sure to ask your physician any questions you may have. Good luck.

Eric YK Li, MD · Answer

At 4 weeks after surgery, it is too early to tell if your asymmetry will persist, I would wait at least 3 months for swelling to go away before deciding what to do next.  Hope this helps.

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