Why are there so many differing opinions as to whether it is possible to reattach the mentalis muscle?

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Why are there so many differing opinions as to whether it is possible to reattach the mentalis muscle? Are doctors reluctant to perform this type of surgery because the outcome is difficult to predict? Have there been any newer procedures that have had any success? There isn't a lot of information out there and what I see published online is not very current.

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

Re-suspension of the mentalis muscle is complex because the  there are associated muscles that actively contribute to mobility of the chin. If the chin soft tissue pad drops below the mandible then re-suspension may be indicated. There are several techniques that can be used to accomplish this result. See a specialist who has experience with this condition.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is rare deformity after intraoral chin augmentation, that chin tissue, including mentalis muscle, is not properly attached and slips down, creating chin ptosis. Reinsertion of chin tissue and muscle has been done for long time with very predictable result?? In person consultation with couple of board certified plastic surgeons with good reputation in chin augmentation may help. Good luck.

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