I am interested in getting a sliding genioplasty to fix my profile and am not interested in a chin implant. My question is, has bone erosion been observed in the years after a sliding genioplasty? If so, would this be from the plate and screw hardware?
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A genioplasty will absolutely improve your chin and profile, and will also add some definition to your jawline. A chin implant will add some advancement, but will not do much for the jawline. A genioplasty will allow for movement of the chin segment forward and down, creating more definition and...
Paradentosis with chronic infection of gum tissue is most frequent reason for gum recession. Consecutive bone resorption is part of this long standing condition. I am unaware that it can affect the size of the chin itself, but will definitely cause resorption of bone around teeth. Consultation...
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