Could I benefit from genioplasty? Can genioplasty fix chin ptosis or would it make it worse? (Photo)
September 6, 2022
Asked By:Myself388 in Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, España
I'm 19 and I have a receding jaw, so I've been thinking of getting genioplasty. I had brackets to fix my bite (idk if its important) but I think I have chin ptosis and I'm worried that this surgery would make that issue worse. Also I feel like I have chin fat, would genioplasty fix that or would I need an independent surgery for that? Is it a very extreme and problematic surgery??
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You appear to be a good candidate for a genioplasty. This would bring your chin forward and slightly down, creating more facial balance and the projection you are looking for. It will also add length and definition to your jawline. The benefit of a genioplasty is that it lasts forever, and the...
You would absolutely benefit from a genioplasty. This would make a huge difference in your profile and the balance of your face. It also adds definition to your jawline. They can technically be done under local anesthesia, but it is easier with sedation. It allows us to work faster, which also...
Thank you for your pictures and questions. There is only one correct answer to this question....go see the surgeon who performed the procedure and be evaluated. Only he or she knows what was done in the procedure and can properly evaluate your current result and advise best on how to proceed...
