Hi there recently had corrective jaw surgery and was told I did not need a genioplasty. Now that the swelling has gone down I feel that I may need it. Wanted to know an estimated range for the full cost of a genioplasty
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You may be surprised to hear that the most complaints I get from patients who believe their chin is too short. You have a strong chin which you may notice now as being a problem but in your middle and later years it will define a strong jawline and be very much to your credit. Something that ...
Your lower jaw is prominent in 3 dimensions; ie not just profile, but width and height. The recontouring of the jaw at the 'back, middle and chin' is necessary if you wish a softer look to the jawline. Typically called a 'V-line'; but modified for your facial balance to avoid a 'too small' look...
The areas of 'dips' relates to the osteotomy/bone cut areas. Your growth pattern can result in this appearance after surgery is the esthetic features of the pattern are not considered. You can augment the jawline and improve the specific contour areas of concern without extensive surgery....