How Common is Chin Reduction Surgery?

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I can never find this proceedure listed on many doctor & plastic surgery websites. I'd love it if you could elaborate on the proceedures involved, the risks, the downtime, & the cost. Recommendations for skilled chin reduction professionals in the North TX area would be greatly appreciated!(I have included a photo of myself in my profile so feel free to share your thoughts on my chin & how can I acheive a shorter, more oval face shape. I have had a rhinoplasty but nothing else cosmetic.)

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

This is something we do several times each week - it's very powerful in the right person!  You need to  look at how the chin balances into the jaw as well.

Benjamin Caughlin, MD, FACS · Answer

In my hands the best results are obtained with a combination of chin reduction (typically with a drill though this can vary by the amount required) and fat grafting.Fat grafting is really the key as it helps to augment the valleys and to sharpen the peaks. This can make a large difference in facial contouring and sculpting.Hope this helps.Best of luck,DrC

Darrick E. Antell, MD, FACS · Answer

Chin reduction surgery is not as common as chin enlargement surgery, yet it can be done with a short procedure as an out patient with local anesthesia and sedation.

	With a hidden incision inside the mouth, typically 2 parallel cuts in the chin bone are made allowing removal of the middle piece.  This allows vertical reduction of the chin.  Look for someone like myself, with both a Medical as well as a Dental degree to have a broader vision of the area.  In my practice, the procedure is performed in our own private accredited on-site facility.  The cost can range depending on the extent of the planned surgery but generally is in the $7,000 to $11,000 range.

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Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

This is an uncommon procedure and is performed by many different specialists including oral maxillofacial surgeons, otolaryngologists, craniofacial and plastic surgeons. It primarily involves risks to the nerves of the mandible which provide sensation to the lower lip. Anytime bones are rearranged, there is a concern about  infection and non-union. Special x-rays called cephalometrograms and dental evaluation are commonly performed.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

It is not as common as chin augmentation. It is performed by many different specialists though. Xrays are needed prior and it involves risks to nerves of the mandible and also concern of infection.

	"Dr.D"

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