Asymmetry of chin corrected by genioplasty or something else? (Photo)

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I am wondering if a genioplasty surgery would be appropriate to correct my issue? I am starting to notice some "joweling" on the right side due to my jaw being smaller. I am wanting to achieve more facial symmetry. Is it possible to just improve my chin without more braces? Would there be a more appropriate treatment to improve my appearance? I have a strong yet slightly recessed chin, with an asymmetry to the right side due to condyle hyposplasia on the right. Thank you

Ivo Gwanmesia, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your question.Looking at your pictures, you look fine to me. I do not think you should subject yourself to such invasive surgery. In cases where one side of the chin is noticeably smaller than the contralateral side, such as in conditions as hemifacial microsomia, then a type of genioplasty known as a 'propeller osteotomy' is performed to balance the chin.Hope my answer helps.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

A custom carved chin implant may be able to help improve some of the asymmetry that is present. Chin implants are manufactured in a large variety of sizes and shapes and  since they are made of Silastic, they can be custom carved to fit the patient's unique anatomy. For more information diagrams and many examples, please see link and the video below

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