I have lumps under my chin on each side which I believe are large submandibulr glands (I've had ultrasounds on them before and they at least are not tumors but didn't get a definitive answer). They stick out when I chew and talk and I am very insecure of them. I can't tell if my chin is recessed and I need an implant - or if the swollen lumps/angled slope under my chin causes my chin to look weak. I have a large forehead/long face so I'm a bit weary on adding length to my face.
October 10, 2023
Answer: Large SM glands Your glands are enlarged and visible but I am not sure that they should be reduced now; this can be done in a few years when you may have stronger case for neck lift. Your chin seem to be proportional to your face; 3 D simulation may help to decide whether there is a benefit of implant augmentation. Hope this helps.
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October 10, 2023
Answer: Large SM glands Your glands are enlarged and visible but I am not sure that they should be reduced now; this can be done in a few years when you may have stronger case for neck lift. Your chin seem to be proportional to your face; 3 D simulation may help to decide whether there is a benefit of implant augmentation. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Submandibular glands Good morning. If the swelling is indeed a result of the submandibular glands, which tend to descend as we age, you can start with simple Botox injections to shrink the glands. I would definitely follow up with the results of the US, as based on the photos, the swelling is a little more posterior than where the SMG generally lie and usually the SMG should not be very visible until much later in life. The swelling could also be enlargement or hypertrophy of your digastric muscle, so following up with the imaging results would be important to tailor your treatment.
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Answer: Submandibular glands Good morning. If the swelling is indeed a result of the submandibular glands, which tend to descend as we age, you can start with simple Botox injections to shrink the glands. I would definitely follow up with the results of the US, as based on the photos, the swelling is a little more posterior than where the SMG generally lie and usually the SMG should not be very visible until much later in life. The swelling could also be enlargement or hypertrophy of your digastric muscle, so following up with the imaging results would be important to tailor your treatment.
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