3 years ago I had double jaw surgery to fix an underbite. However, I didn't opt for any additional chin reduction at that time and now my lower jaw has moved into its proper place but my chin still sticks out considerably. There's also an extra flap of skin that is very noticeable when I smile. So am I a candidate for a chin reduction? And with the permanent metal in my face, would a plastic surgeon be hindered, or would I have to see another maxillofacial surgeon?
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April 27, 2020
Answer: Chin reduction/soft tissue vs bone or both
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...
A sliding genioplasty is the correct chin procedure for you which is really just the front part of v-line surgery. You do not need to have the posterior part of v-line surgery done. The sliding genioplasty could be combined with perioral/jowl lipsuction to ensure the lower facial fullness is res...
The photos are taken from a distance and some close-up photos would be helpful. In the profile photos you appear to have good chin projection. If that is the case, then selective chin shaving would be an option to provide a more narrow chin. This is performed through an incision beneath the chin...
