I had a genioplasty and I feel i need more advancrment. Is a revision more dangerous than a normal genioplasty? If so what are the risks? Is nervous damage a bigger risk now? And how long aftet the initial surgery is it best to get a revision? Thank you!
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To fix the cosmetic problem of a chin dimple, either a chin implant or the use of fillers would give you the correction you want. You must find an expert facial plastic surgeon to help you with this. I hope this helps.
Sometimes genioplasty like rhinoplasty takes more time to appreciate the final results. An advancement of 6mm is normal. I think that your chin "fits" your face and looks good. I would allow more time before suggesting any changes. It is possible to diminish the amount of pointedness by shaving...
The least invasive technique would be to use a filler like Radiesse to plump up the line . I also use Botox injection (2.5 units) in the mentalis PRIOR to the Radiesse.An other option is subincision . Using a special needle I go "under" the line to sever the sub dermal attachments to "rel...
