Chin implant? Afraid is going to look weird considering my face stucture now. My chin bone is small and undeveloped. (Photo)

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I know I have an overbite and very receded chin. Bracers didn't help me. I don't care about overbite much, but I don't like my profile. I had a rhinoplasty few years ago and my doctor suggested chin implant. I didn't want to have such a drastic change in my face at one time so I didn't go for it. But now im considering having a chin implant. My doctor suggested large. My concern is if that's going to look natural considering my face stucture now. My chin bone is really small and undeveloped

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

MiamiMM,You seem to be a proper candidate for a chin implant. You have a weak looking chin and a medium sized implant could make a great difference in your profile. Of course, these opinions are based on the images you have provided. If you want a more accurate opinion, I suggest you see a doctor for a consultation.Hope this helps!Dr. Ali Sajjadian

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your pictures.  You can benefit from a chin implant but you really need a lower jaw advancement.  This will help your chin of course but it will increase the vertical height of the lower face.

Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

You would definitely benefit from a chin implant. I will measure the patient to assess existing width and desired projection. You've trusted your surgeon before and I would suggest you continue to do so. Make sure that there is clear communication as to expectations following surgery. Good luck Dr. PG

Stephen Prendiville, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.  The concerns you voice are actually quite common among patients when the possibility of a chin implant is raised. Although there is no question that the results from placing a chin implant are transformative, newer implant designs yield very natural results. Based on the horizontal deficiency in your chin, a large implant is reasonable.  However, a vertical lengthening implant should be considered to help augment the vertical dimensions of your chin.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

The photographs demonstrate a weak chin profile. A chin implant can help augment the mandible to improve facial balance. Chin implants are manufactured in a variety of sizes and shapes which is best determined at time of the consultation and examination. For many examples and more information, please see the link below

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