I have always had a strong chin, and it gets rather sharp and pointy when I smile. It seems to me that it's just the muscle of my chin and it's not the actual bone. What could I do to fix this? I would prefer a minimally invasive option, but would consider surgery. It doesn't seem like a common problem so I'm not sure where to start looking for options.
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We generally do not add any bone graft to genioplasties. The bone will fill in and heal on its own within a few months. It will become fixed in place fairly quickly, but for the bone to be fully healed will take a little longer. We only use grafting material for larger advancements, and it is...
Based on these photos, it looks like you need procedures on upper and lower jaws to improve you airway, breathing as well as appearance. There is no doubt that chin augmentation will improve appearance but it will not change your functional limitations. In person consultation with a...
I recommend and prefer the sliding genioplasty procedure in cases that require 6 mm advancement or more. Large implants tend to appear bulky and wide which may be fine in males. The genioplasty procedure allows the muscles to re-attach to the chin and provides a more natural appearance in large...