For years Ive been thinking of getting chin reduction as I always thought it looked too big and makes the lower half of my face look massive.from the side view my jaw goes down instead of forward therefore making my chin appear bigger. Should I be getting chin reduction surgery or am I seeing things?thank you
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Your growth pattern is quite 'vertical', indicating that you would have a narrow lower jaw and slightly increased chin height, which gives that appearance. The concept is to create more definition and width to the lower jawline and change the contour/height of the chin. Consult a maxillofacial...
Whether your chin is too big is for you to judge and it is clear that you think so. Chin reduction surgery can be done through either an intraoral osteootomy or a submental ostectomy depending upon what chin bone dimensions are being changed. You do not need a full centimeter of reduction, that...
Thanks for your question. Without photos and a personal examination it isn't possible to provide any medical advice. However, I would seek out a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in orthographic surgery. Good luck!
