I have a small jaw that isn’t sharp despite weight loss and a receding chin. Both these unbalance my face, even from the front and make my nose seem bigger. Since realising, I need to fix it but unsure what would work best: a jaw or chin implant, filler, liposuction, or something else entirely.
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Without losing weight, the best way to improve overall jaw definition is with a custom jaw implant. The implant fits along the entire jawline and is placed from an inside incision. It will improve the definition of the chin as well. You will likely want to shave your beard.
This is highly variable depending on the type of chin implant that was put in. If a silicone implant was used, these are relatively straightforward to remove. If a MEDPOR chin implant was used, these are extremely complicated and risky to remove. With MEDPOR, the bone actually grows into the...
Thank you for your question. A chin implant is an optimal choice for adding projection to the jawline, and in some cases, the jawbone can also be moved forward to optimize results and provide a harmonious balance to the face.
Chin implants, particularly those made of silicone, are easy to...