30yo female looking to improve side profile. Main concerns is weak chin, slightly protrusive profile and lack of nose bridge. Currently considering rhinoplasty and chin augmentation to balance out profile. I have thin gingival biotype. Will that be a concern for surgical chin augmentation approach? Should I stick to fillers instead?
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The vertical length of your chin can be reduced with a reduction genioplasty. A wedge of bone tissue is removed and and the chin is stabilized with a small bone plate and screws. The projection of your chin needs to be maintained as the depth of your mentolabial fold is minimal.
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, your image does not provide enough information to say which procedure might fit you best. I can tell you that I offer custom mandibular implants in my practice that allows me to sculpt the entire jawline to the precise needs and proportions of each...
Thank you for your question and photo. I understand what the first doctor was talking about. I believe you would benefit from an in-person assessment with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon who can perform a comprehensive examination to determine the best approach to creating...
