Is my Chin Underdeveloped? (photo)

Looking at your photo you do have a significantly weak chin. I would anticipate that you have what is called micrognathia which means not only is your chin small but also your lower jaw (mandible) is set too far back compared to your upper jaw (maxilla). Microgenia is when you have a small chin...

Hello Kitty81, Thanks for your question.  You are very early from your chin implant surgery.  Yes, depending on the vector of placement of your chin implant, it can give you a more elongated look to your face.  But, in general, those that need chin implants have relatively...

Sliding genioplasty surgery can be used to lengthen the lower portion of the face. This is done by moving the chin bone forward and downward. You can learn more about sliding genioplasty surgery at my web reference link below.

Slliding genioplasty surgery is one way of both augmenting the chin area and lengthening the chin. The surgery involves advancing the chin bone itself foward and then securing it in place with a small titanium plate. At the same time, the chin bone can be tilted downward somewhat to also...