I typically would prefer to do an osseous genioplasty in a younger patient. A chin with excess vertical height and inadequate projection can cause mental strain, or difficulty closing the mouth. I often prefer to do a sliding or "jumping" genioplasty to correct this. A jumping...
Burring of the bone to reduce it would be reasonable, but an exam would be helpful as well as a discussion of your goals and maintaining facial proportions.Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Thank you for your question. I would suggest waiting until the swelling has reduced to a greater degree because it is unclear that this is the final result. I would say you wouldn't have a great idea what the final product looks like just yet.I would suggest waiting until weeks 6-8 post op to...
