I'm sure I have a recessed/weak chin and have always hated my side profile due to my chin blending into my neck. I also have lip incompetence. My mouth has never closed naturally, I have to force it and it makes the front of my chin look bumpy when I do. I did have braces and my teeth are straight however I still have a very slight overbite. Would an implant or jaw surgery be best? I'm worried that either would make the lip incompetence worse.
December 3, 2024
Answer: Jaw surgery vs implant Thank you for posting your question here !My answer will be based on the limited information and pictures provided, for a more detailed plan please consult with your surgeon in person.If the issue is your occlusion then a chin implant will not do much , chin implants will improve the aesthetic of your chin and jawline but will not do anything in terms of your mouth closure and occlusion. If that is the main concern then I would highly recommend that you consult with an orthognathic surgeon who will be able to perform the jaw surgery on you , you might even need braces at some point.I hope this helps, best of luck!
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Jaw surgery vs implant Thank you for posting your question here !My answer will be based on the limited information and pictures provided, for a more detailed plan please consult with your surgeon in person.If the issue is your occlusion then a chin implant will not do much , chin implants will improve the aesthetic of your chin and jawline but will not do anything in terms of your mouth closure and occlusion. If that is the main concern then I would highly recommend that you consult with an orthognathic surgeon who will be able to perform the jaw surgery on you , you might even need braces at some point.I hope this helps, best of luck!
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Jaw surgery vs chin implant Jaw surgery could possible correct your overbite but an implant alone will not. Placing an implant is an easy procedure but jaw surgery is more complex and more expensive. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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December 3, 2024
Answer: Jaw surgery vs chin implant Jaw surgery could possible correct your overbite but an implant alone will not. Placing an implant is an easy procedure but jaw surgery is more complex and more expensive. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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