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Would I benefit from a sliding genioplasty? (Photos)

I recently learned that I have mild to moderate mandibular retrustion. According to the pictures I have shared, do you think I would benefit noticably from a sliding genioplasty in terms of chin projection and underneck sagging?

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Dr. Zoran Potparic, MD
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