I have a weak chin and a steep gonial angle as well as a dorsal hump. Ideally I would love to have an implant to reduce the angle of the mandible by ten degrees along with a chin implant (and possibly a slight reduction in chin length), and a rhinoplasty. I would like suggestions for the preferred shape of my nose that will keep the character of my face but be more in balance with my other features. I'd also love advice for what to do about my jaw. Thank you in advance for your help and consideration.
Answer: Improving a weak chin and nasal dorsal hump Thank you for your question and helpful photos.I think you are a perfect candidate for a chin implant and a Rhinoplasty procedure. The balance you are seeking are easily achievable with the right implant and a closed rhinoplasty to reduce the hump. Best wishes,Gary Horndeski M.D.
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Answer: Improving a weak chin and nasal dorsal hump Thank you for your question and helpful photos.I think you are a perfect candidate for a chin implant and a Rhinoplasty procedure. The balance you are seeking are easily achievable with the right implant and a closed rhinoplasty to reduce the hump. Best wishes,Gary Horndeski M.D.
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Jaw Surgery Hello,A rhinoplasty will help improve your nasal appearance. You are a good candidate for either a sliding genioplasty or prosthetic chin augmentation. Depending on your bi-mandibular width, you might benefit from angle implants. Having your photos digitally imaged will help you and your surgeon plan the best course. Best of luck!
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty and Jaw Surgery Hello,A rhinoplasty will help improve your nasal appearance. You are a good candidate for either a sliding genioplasty or prosthetic chin augmentation. Depending on your bi-mandibular width, you might benefit from angle implants. Having your photos digitally imaged will help you and your surgeon plan the best course. Best of luck!
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty And chin implant Dear goldie987 you're correct that a good balance between your nose and your chin would enhance your facial proportions. A rhinoplasty to reshape your nasal tip and reduce your nasal dorsum would go far to balance your face. With the addition of a chin implant you can have a very nice improvement and a more refined and balanced look.look for an experienced and properly trained plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of plastic surgery see more than one consultation and make a well informed decision.
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty And chin implant Dear goldie987 you're correct that a good balance between your nose and your chin would enhance your facial proportions. A rhinoplasty to reshape your nasal tip and reduce your nasal dorsum would go far to balance your face. With the addition of a chin implant you can have a very nice improvement and a more refined and balanced look.look for an experienced and properly trained plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of plastic surgery see more than one consultation and make a well informed decision.
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Looking for balance: I have a weak chin and a steep gonial angle as well as a dorsal hump. Nasal cosmetic surgery and a chin implant are frequently performed together in the appropriate patient. The ideal aesthetic result should be individualized to achieve harmony with your other facial features and improve the areas that concern you. Whether a chin implant or a more extensive jaw surgery would be optimal depends on multiple factors including your desired outcome and personal anatomy. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. The extent and length of the procedure, cost, and the specific operative steps to achieve an ideal cosmetic result vary from patient to patient and would depend on the findings at your consultation examination. Robert Singer, M.D., FACSLa Jolla, California
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Looking for balance: I have a weak chin and a steep gonial angle as well as a dorsal hump. Nasal cosmetic surgery and a chin implant are frequently performed together in the appropriate patient. The ideal aesthetic result should be individualized to achieve harmony with your other facial features and improve the areas that concern you. Whether a chin implant or a more extensive jaw surgery would be optimal depends on multiple factors including your desired outcome and personal anatomy. Keep in mind that following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do based on two dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. Natural appearing results need to be individualized and what is appropriate for one patient is not necessarily the best for someone else. I would suggest that you find a surgeon with extensive rhinoplasty experience certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. The extent and length of the procedure, cost, and the specific operative steps to achieve an ideal cosmetic result vary from patient to patient and would depend on the findings at your consultation examination. Robert Singer, M.D., FACSLa Jolla, California
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June 4, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty and chin implant Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a conservative dorsal hump reduction. A chin implant would greatly help balance your lower face also. I highly recommend a medpor chin implant with screw fixation. Silicone chin implants tend to undergo malrotation over time. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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June 4, 2016
Answer: Rhinoplasty and chin implant Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from a conservative dorsal hump reduction. A chin implant would greatly help balance your lower face also. I highly recommend a medpor chin implant with screw fixation. Silicone chin implants tend to undergo malrotation over time. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. With good surgical technique, you could have an outstanding result. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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