Hello, I am considering a sliding genioplasty. I have a thin chin pad, and proper occlusion. My face's lower third is of good vertical length in regards to my middle third. My questions: 1) Would I be a good candidate? 2) Does lower lip stay in place after a horizontal advancement, or will it get more support and hang less? 3) The point I marked - does it stay in place? Could an advancement create a soft, pleasing S profile, or will it just make the curve more distinct? Thank you.
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Hi New Visagan,While the risk of bleeding for sliding genioplasty is higher than a simpler chin and/or jaw augmentation by implant, the risk can always be lessened with proper pre-operative preparation and peri-operative management.
It appears from your photos that you have excessive soft tissue overlying a pointed chin. The original photos before the double jaw surgery would be helpful. Since you lack a deep mentolabial fold, I would be reluctant to remove too much bone. In addition, I would recommend a submental approach...
Thank you for sharing the photos. I can certainly appreciate your concerns regarding your lower face. Your mid and upper 1/3s however are excellent and I would personally advise you against MMO for cosmetic reasons. There is very little to be gained from that. You can simply have a genioplasty...
