I had sliding genioplasty and t osteomy done. The result is a jaw and chin that dont go together and aesthetically look horrible with my chin being moved too far Forward. And Massive step off. And bone jowls.How can this be fixed?
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There is no need to have a septoplasty with expansion. However, you may be misinterpreting the surgeon as well. There is a bone cut 'below' the septum in the procedure
Unfortunately, your issue is common. There are a few options. One involves 'reversing' the alignment requiring more orthodontics. Another is to 'mask' the contour deficiencies by augmenting the deficient areas, and also specific surgery for improving the facial balance. Complete reversal is not...
Your bite cannot be corrected with braces alone unless you are willing to have teeth extracted from your lower jaw and have your orthodontist create what is known as severe compensations in the positions of your teeth. If you are willing to accept these severe compromises, this may be your best...
