Receding jaw and small face

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Hello, I'm a 20 year old male. I'm currently undergoing orthodontic treatment for correction of a deep bite with the use of dental braces. The first pic has been captured when my upper and lower molars are touching together, while the second pic is when I leave my jaw in an idle position. My question is that what is the cause for my face to appear smaller and what can be done to make it appear more normal/masculine? Also do I have a weak chin and why is the distance between my lower lip and chin so small?

Majid Jamali, DMD · Answer

I believe there are dental and skeletal components that can not be overlooked.  It seems that you have a class II occlusion with a deep bite component, resulting in a collapsed lower facial third.  In this case, the orthodontist should prepare the teeth in a way to give more space horizontally between the upper and lower front teeth.  This way the surgeon can advance the lower jaw forward.  Facial harmony will be balanced and chin surgery will likely not be necessary.

Edward O. Terino, MD · Answer

Electrode, Your lower face problem is very common. It can be solved relatively easily by an facial contour asthetic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Chin and jaw implants are available that are made in four or five shapes and four or five sizes. These will give excellent normal natural looking volume to the lower half of your face. There is even a type of implant which comes in several sizes that will make the chin and front of your jaw wider and longer from your lower lip down. These implants look entirely natural and feel entirely like your own bone. The front of the chin implants are put in through a 1 1/12 inch opening below your chin. The scar is minimal and almost invisible. No one complains about it. The side of the jaw and the back angle implants are put in through the mouth and a 1 1/2 inch incision behind the molar teeth. These implants will be permanent for the rest of your life. There is not a lot of pain with this surgery, you are a perfect candidate! Best, Dr. Terino

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