Looking for a doctors opinion! I got a chin implant last year, and it's definitely helped with some facial harmony (I had the SHYEST of chin before). I am still hating my profile from certain angles though, and it's mainly because of my upper neck/chin area. How do I fix this? Note: If I'm "mewing" you don't see it, but when candid/smiling -- it's very noticeable.
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That said, if the chin tightness is very bothersome to you, an examination is warranted. Sometimes a dilute steroid injection in the area of the implant can serve to loosen some excessive scar tissue. It all depends upon your examination. Wishing you well. Sincerely, Dr Joseph
We can see that your lower lip is a bit smaller in the bottom photo, however, it looks a bit swollen in the top photo. Potentially the photo on top is showing a swollen lower lip, or possibly, some previous temporary gel filler in your lower lip may have dissolved. I hope this helps. Sincerely,...
Hello and thank you for your question. A formal evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment. There are both surgical and non-surgical options to correct this.
We can place a chin implant, which is a quick surgical procedure. Many of my patients try to avoid surgery, however, so...
