No functional problems, would I be a good candidate for a sliding genioplasty? (Photo)

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I am wondering whether I'd be a good candidate for a genioplasty to advance my chin forward. I don't have any functional problems so I don't think I need jaw surgery. I'm mostly doing this to improve aesthetically, especially from the side..

Timothy Osborn, MD · Answer

You are a candidate for a genioplasty. You are correct in that jaw surgery would be too much without any functional issues. A genioplasty would get you the results you are looking for. Your chin is a bit short and recessed. By moving it forward and down, it would bring balance to your profile while elongating your jawline. This would create a more "v" shape in your face while tightening the skin around your jawline and under the chin. We offer in-person or virtual consultations if you would like to discuss options further!

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It appears that both sliding genioplasty and chin implant would be equally suited to correct your chin deficiency. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with expertise in both procedures is recommended. Good luck.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Since you have no functional problems with your teeth, you are a candidate for a chin implant, which can be placed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure which takes about 30 minutes. In our practice, we placed them through a small incision underneath the chin to augment the chin forward for better facial balance, and proportions.

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