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

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I plan to get the Vertical Lengthening Chin Implant to add vertical length to my face and tiny chin. My chin is shortl vertically, but is 90 degree in profile and not receding. The implant has B size - 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 sm. Is it the required distance between the lowest point of the chin to the highest? I think this space in my chin is smaller than that (only about 1 cm), so I am not qualified for this procedure? Thanks

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

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.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

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

Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS · Answer

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.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the question and a simple answer would be YES but an examination is needed aided by digital photography so see some experts in your area.Dr. Corbin

Gerald Wittenberg, MSc, DMD (retired) · Answer

The most ideal approach is to truly lengthen the chin by a sliding genioplasty which allows the shape of the 'bottom part' of the chin to remain natural and avoid a 'dip' in the jawline with the chin implant. The implant will be palpable below the chin/jawline; whereas a boney genioplasty will not have the ridge under the chin. Talk to a Maxillofacial surgeon. It is a common issue. Also, he/she can examine your bite to understand the growth pattern of the lower jaw, which contributes to the appearance.

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