I have a depression on my right side that makes my jaw look dented in or not full and I’m looking to fix. Is double jaw surgery necessary? I do not want fillers as I am looking for a more permanent fix
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Start with a consult with and oral and maxillofacial surgeon. If your teeth are misaligned then jaw surgery would be a good option. An implant in the left mandibular angle and body area would camouflage the discrepancy, however this would not be a good option if you had a malocclusion.
You appear to be a candidate for a genioplasty. Your chin is recessed, and by bring it forward and slightly down, we would bring more balance to your profile, fix the asymmetry and elongate your jawline. I would also consider buccal fat removal to reduce some of the fullness in your lower cheeks...
Your jawline is very well defined and in the ideal position. From the photos, your chin projection is not as developed as your jaw. A chin implant or genioplasty may improve the balance in your lower jaw and chin. If you don't have any problems with your bite (the way your teeth come together)...