I am looking to get a custom chin implant to add horizontal width to the chin (no projection). I also have a deep labiomental fold and would like to fill the space. Can a custom chin implant fill the labiomental fold? I have heard conflicting opinions on this. Also, my jaw and bite are good so that is not an issue.
March 19, 2019
Answer: Can a custom implant improve my labiomental folds A custom implant like a prejowl implant can improve the marionettes and labiomental folds. A consultation with a facial plastic surgeon will help you determine whether you need projection of the chin at the same time. Alternatively, a genioplasty operation is helpful to address projection or assymetry of a chin.
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March 19, 2019
Answer: Can a custom implant improve my labiomental folds A custom implant like a prejowl implant can improve the marionettes and labiomental folds. A consultation with a facial plastic surgeon will help you determine whether you need projection of the chin at the same time. Alternatively, a genioplasty operation is helpful to address projection or assymetry of a chin.
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Chin contour We always consider the labiomental fold when performing a genioplasty. The overall image of a good chin contour extends from the lip to the base of the chin; so one must address it. A chin implant is limited in accomplishing a natural fold. Genioplasty does succeed but one often must place a limited amount of implant material 'on the ledge' of the sliding genioplasty; or simply 'on the bone under the fold'; in order to soften the curve of the fold. Filler is too short term to consider.
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March 20, 2019
Answer: Chin contour We always consider the labiomental fold when performing a genioplasty. The overall image of a good chin contour extends from the lip to the base of the chin; so one must address it. A chin implant is limited in accomplishing a natural fold. Genioplasty does succeed but one often must place a limited amount of implant material 'on the ledge' of the sliding genioplasty; or simply 'on the bone under the fold'; in order to soften the curve of the fold. Filler is too short term to consider.
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