The glove-chin implant very minimally improved my profile profile, while I no longer like my smile (chin looks too big). I want to take out the implant, but I'm very worried that the skin will look droopy, so I wonder if you would suggest I replace the .6 by a .3. Does that even exist (can you help me find this)? Or will the "pocket" create the illusion a small implant? Will the skin go back to normal..? I also planned ultherapy before the removal - Should I postpone? I'm in my mid 30s.
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You should do well with the genioplasty especially if you need chin length. Permanent nerve or tooth damage is very rare; small chin or not. Those same risks are still there with a chin implant. Find a board certified surgeon who is well trained in genioplasty. Donald R....
The original orthodontist did a typical approach - fix the teeth and not the overall growth problem. You have a 'high angle' growth pattern with a smaller lower jaw and underdeveloped chin. The lips likely do not close naturally as part of the pattern.You 'can' have a sliding genioplasty but do...
It is not abnormal to have some tightness and numbness after a chin implant. I would recommend following up with your surgeon regarding any immediate post-operative concerns, as he/she knows the details of your procedure and will be able to advise you. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best...
