Do I have a recessed chin? Maxilla? How can I improve my asymmetrical face? (Photos)

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Hello. I am 21 years old and want to approve my profile and asymmetry. I am confused on what the real issue is that is making my side profile appear flat and my face asymmetrical. My overbite was treated in middle school and when I recently revisited the ortho, was told that my bite is perfect. Been told I don’t have a recessed chin but I feel like I do. My mentolabial fold is very prominent and my chin looks small. I have asymmetrical lips as well where my bottom lip is shifted. Overall my face appears lopsided with cheekbone, eyes, and cheek being lower than the other side. Is this a result of a misalignment of my jaw? Or a different structural issue since my orthodontist says my jaw is aligned. I would appreciate expert advice as i’m being told different things from people online and in my life. Thank you!!

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

The deepened mentolabial fold indicates a short chin in the vertical dimension. There is a mild recession, but the main problem is vertical. I would recommend a sliding genioplasty to lengthen the chin and bring it forward. This will diminish the deep mentolabial fold. The surgery does not require braces, and is performed in the office with sedation anesthesia and takes about an hour.

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