Hello, struggling to see which procedure would best give me the results I'm looking for. My chin really offsets the balance in my face and makes me look weird and crooked. Judging from the picture, do you think an implant would work? I already have a strong face I just do not want an implant to make me look more masculine. Thank you in advance
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Answer: How to enhance the chin: Know your options
In general, chin implants settle in the bone and don't really cause bone resorption that is clinically relevant. Some surgeons believe that the settling is caused by micromovement. This can be prevented by stabilizing the implant with bone screws.
Thank you for your question. While it does seem that you have a bit of a recessive chin, it is impossible to accurately assess without an in-person consultation. There are several options available for chin augmentation - both surgical and nonsurgical - so your best bet is to schedule an...
A CT would help determine if your implant is placed symmetrically. If you are unhappy with the projection of your current chin implant, then you may consider removal and placement of a larger implant. Another option is removal of the implant and a sliding genioplasty.
