What could I do to fix my mandible shape? The issue I have is my face has a masculine look to it. (photos)

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I have what I consider a rectangular face shape. I have a larger forehead and I also have a square jawline. my chin points out a little. with my angled out chin and my square jaw line it leaves a lot of "cheek" area. it makes my face look big. I also have a small mouth, that doesn't help. I would like my face to take on more of a V shape. what are your suggestions? in advance, thank you for reading and responding. One of the photos that I chose is not me but I like her transformation.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

You are referring to the classic form of total lower jaw reshaping known as V line surgery. This is done intraorally where the jaw angles are reduced by amputation and the chin is reshaped by a T-shape reduction boy genioplasty. While most commonly done in Asians, your facial shape is very similar to what the procedure is made to accomplish.

Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired) · Answer

The overall lower jaw shape and contour should 'balance' the middle face, which is not shown. Generally, the last image is a V-line surgery to reduce the 3D shape of the jawline and is feasible. The Asian perspective is slightly more diminutive than the 'classic' model-like jawline of North America. Certainly speak to a Maxillofacial surgeon about it. Common approach for some of us

What could I do to fix my mandible shape? The issue I have is my face has a masculine look to it. (photos)

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