Am I a candidate for the Vertical Lengthening Chin Implant? (photos)

You are a candidate for chin implant surgery. This can be done either under local anesthia or general its just a very small incision under the chin that you will not see once healed and the implant is placed under there. You will need to wear the chin strap afterwards during the healing process. You should go an talk to a plastic surgeon and see what is the best way to do this.

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 better treated with other facial surgery (orthognathic surgery), although a chin augmentation may be an option at a later time. These patients should seek the advice of a plastic surgeon to determine which course is right for them. Here is some information to help you make this decision: Candidates for Chin Augmentation - Patients whose chin profiles are weak but have normally functioning jaws are candidates for Chin Augmentation. Many of these candidates have used injectable fillers in the past to strengthen the protrusion of their chins, but are looking for a permanent solution. If you are one of these patients, then you are a likely candidate for chin augmentation

Hi and thanks for your question. Remember that all chin implants do add vertical as well as horizontal "height"by the very nature of their design. After 30 plus years performing such procedures, I would recommend you see a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Best of luck.