I have a long head and thin face. I have no profile. Will cheek and chin implants make a permanent difference?

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I want a round head will cheek and chin inplants make a permanent difference to my face

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Without an exam your question cannot be answered.  You will need to see an Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to see if othognathic surgery, genioplasty or using an implant is best for your specific case. It should be noted that patients with severely weak jaws or abnormally functioning jaws may be better treated with other facial surgery (orthognathic surgery), although a chin augmentation may be an option at a later time. These patients should seek the advice of a plastic surgeon to determine which course is right for them. Here is some information to help you make this decision: Candidates for Chin Augmentation - Patients whose chin profiles are weak but have normally functioning jaws are candidates for Chin Augmentation. Many of these candidates have used injectable fillers in the past to strengthen the protrusion of their chins, but are looking for a permanent solution. If you are one of these patients, then you are a likely candidate for chin augmentation
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Catherine Winslow, MD · Answer

Hello! It is impossible to tell without photos. Volumizing the cheek can definitely alter the appearance of a long thin face. I would recommend a consultation with an experienced facial plastic surgeon to discuss your objectives and determine the best means of achieving them. good luck!

Manish H. Shah, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,Thanks for your question. Assuming that you have underprojection of the cheek and chin areas, implants will help improve the look of these areas. For all intents and purposes, solid silicone or Medpor facial implants are permanent. They might reoperation for infection, malposition, or trauma. I would recommend that you consult with a facial cosmetic surgery specialist for more information.Good luck,Dr. Shah

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

In order to give you meaningful answer a serie of photos and/or in-person evaluation is needed. Generally speaking facial implants, fat grafts, fillers can be all used for treatment, most frequently a combination of those. In-person evaluation by an experienced board certified plastic surgeon would help. Good luck.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Without seeing pictures and doing some computer imaging, it is not really possible to answer your question as to what procedures would make the most difference. Skull, cheek and jaw implants are all potential options.

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