I Don't Have a Jawline? (photo)

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I've always had a weak chin/jawline and it's only getting worse.. I've had braces to try and correct my overjet, with little to no improvement. I have a very gummy smile and my face seems droopy. I'm not so self conscious about my smile as I am my chin. I hate my profile! After researching a bit, I want to know which is the quickest, LEAST expensive, most satisfying procedure: - Mentoplasty/Chin implant - Orthognathic surgery - Liposuction of the chin

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

I read your note and reviewed your photo, which is somewhat limited.

	In select patients, dramatic improvement may be achieved with well-performed Chin Implant and Neck Liposuction Surgery. Surgery takes around an hour, and social activities are typically resumed in around 7 days.

	You may benefit from consulting several reputable facial plastic surgeons to see what might be best for you.

	Hope this is helpful.

	Dr. Joseph

Alexander Anzarut, MD · Answer

I agree with Dr Epply, who is the authority on facial implants in the world today. A chin implant combined with liposuction will give you the greatest improvement with the least risks, down time, and cost.
For the best overall result I would recommend a chin implant combined with an open neck lift. Removal of enlarged glands, deep fat excess, and recontouring of the muscles will provide the most dramatic and long lasting effect.
These are the cases I found most satisfying in my own practice.
Best wishes,
Alexander Anzarut

Benjamin C. Marcus, MD · Answer

You would certainly benefit from chin augmentation and this combined with some sub-mental liposuction would indeed improve the area. That being said the BEST procedure for you (without examining you) would be a chin implant with a sub-mentoplasty. This would include sub-muscular fat removal and re-draping of the skin. So don't consider just the least expensive option. Consider the option that will actually improve your problem area the best and with the longest term results

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I think that a chin implant and chin liposuction is a powerful combination that can help define your jawline and chin.  These are quicker and less expensive than other methods.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Michael Bowman, MD · Answer

It is difficult to make a complete assessment based on your photograph alone.  It does appear that you could benefit from some chin augmentation and a combination approach will probably yield the best results.  I would recommend a visit to a local facial specialist to get your best recommendations.   Here are some of the things they will need to address:

	1.  If you have a severe overbite you will best off with orthognathic surgery.

	2.  If your teeth align normally a chin implant will be preferred (and easier recovery).

	3. Some method of sculpting under the chin will be helpful.  The degree of improvement and best options depend on your anatomy and what other procedures you are having done.   Options include liposuction, Ultherapy, And RF treatments.

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