If I could describe the shape of my chin using letters, it would be a "W" (a very wide / stretched out W). There is a gap in the center of my chin. I want a chin that is shaped like the letter "U". What are my permanent & semi-permanent options and approximate cost of it?
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The correct approach to achieve that amount of vertical chin shortening with a flatter lower shape is through a submental approach. It will require up to 8mms of chin bone to be removed.
Anytime a sliding genioplasty is,performed there is a risk of have some soft tissue irregularities. This is due to the sharp dissection through the mentalis muscle. This sharp dissection is typically performed in a manner that allows it to be repaired prior to suturing the mucosa in the mouth....
When considering corrective jaw surgery it's very important to identify what is causing the excess or in your case the deficiency. The first step is to set up a consultation with an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS) and an orthodontist. It is imperative for you to have specific X-rays and/or...
