When my face is resting my moth is open. To make my lips meet I have to strain them. I have a receding chin. I am wondering what procedure would do best to fix this. I played around with a plastic surgery app and I created what i would want my profile to look like. I would like to know what steps needed to be taken to create this. Thank you!
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Recurrent swelling and resolution with antibiotics leads me to believe that you might have a low grade infection of the implant. Please see your plastic surgeon as soon as possible for an evaluation and recommendations.
Everyone has some degree of facial asymmetry. You do have some asymmetry which can be treated. You have a smaller jaw (mandibular angle) on one side which can be enhanced with Radiesse for a quick, easy treatment. You would also benefit from filler to the chin or a chin implant...
Without an exam your question cannot be answered. You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be b...