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Sliding Genio (vertical) or double jaw surgery to improve chin area? (Photos)

Thrifty708236Dec 12, 2022
I have Class one Malocclusion overbite and was wondering if double jaw surgery would improve my facial appearance more than getting 3-4mm vertically advanced on my chin via a vertical sliding genioplasty. I'm looking to improve my chin area as it drops short vertically speaking when looking at it relative to the rest of the face. Many thanks

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You appear to be a candidate for jaw surgery. I would consider speaking with a cranio-maxillo facial surgeon first before cosmetic surgery. Jaw surgery is a major procedure, but it would fix most of your aesthetic issues, as well as improving your bite and other problems you may have (jaw pain,...

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You should see a cranio-maxillo facial surgeon (surgeon who socializes in jaw surgery). I would advise starting with a consultation and seeing what they have to say. Without more information or photos, it is hard to give you advise, but I would start there.

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Depending on your bite and the alignment of your teeth, you might be a candidate for jaw surgery. You could consider getting a consultation with a craniomaxillofacial surgeon before making any decisions (not sure what kind of doctor took the x-rays or if you already consulted one). If you are...

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