I am currently looking into jaw surgery and was wondering if I would be a good candidate. I have noticed my jaw has a lot of lateral growth, making my face quite long with almost no forward projection (The little forward projection I do have is from a chin implant). In terms of function, my bite actually seems okay, but I do have TMJ issues.
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Have you had any professional advice before? Do you have issues with your bite, or do you have breathing problems while sleeping?
At first glance, custom-fit and custom-designed implants would add the volume you see missing in your cheek area (ogee curve). Volume in the mid-face would "push"...
Hello,If your only concern is the asymmetry of the tip of your chin and assuming that the cause is due to the bone's shape, there are a few possible solutions. Reshaping or filing down, a custom implant or fillers. Each solution has pros and cons; nevertheless, a detailed consultation and...
Hello! Thanks for the great photos and your question. A rhinoplasty can be a nice option to improve facial harmony and change proportions in the face. An open approach is often the best option to create ideal symmetry and changes. Another option would be a chin reduction. This is often performed...
