Couple things I’m unhappy with - - my weak chin (which causes double chin), the amount of fat I carry in my lower cheek area (which gives the appearance of jowls), & my over pronounced nose. Basically I just want more facial balance, with a more V shaped jawline. Would a sliding genioplasty be enough to give me that V shape while simultaneously tightening up the areas I’m unhappy with while also making my nose look smaller? Or should I be looking into V-line surgery or rhinoplasty?
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The photos are taken from a distance and some close-up photos would be helpful. In the profile photos you appear to have good chin projection. If that is the case, then selective chin shaving would be an option to provide a more narrow chin. This is performed through an incision beneath the chin...
It appears that you have a recessed chin and would benefit from a chin implant to provide improved facial balance. The chin cleft can be simultaneously diminished with subcison and fat grafting. I don't think that you can reduce the asymmetry alone. Best of luck
It appears from the limited photos that your facial appearance would be more balanced with a sliding genioplasty that also lengthens the height of your chin. That is one of the advantages of the sliding genioplasty. Changes can be made with projection and height.