Is my mid face or lower third more elongated than ideal? What could I do to improve my appearance? (Photo)

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20 year old male. I think I have a receded and narrow chin that could see improvement by means of an implant or genioplasty (I'm not sure which one would be best). I feel as though there is marked asymmetry of my jaw, even though my occlusion is normal. I am concerned that widening my face or jaw would make my eyes appear more close set than they already somewhat are. Also vertical lengthening angle implants may make my face too long. I see opportunity for improvement in my jawline.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Your face from the frontal view looks proportionate. In profile, your chin is recessed. It can be brought into line with your lips with a chin implant. This can be easily inserted in the office under local anesthesia. When well placed by an expert, a chin implant can last for decades or a lifetime. You can choose a chin with will give you a better projection from the side without widening your face from the front. I hope this helps.

Sam Rizk, MD · Answer

Though you have provided quite a few photos, it is impossible to say for certain what procedures would give you the results you seek. As you’ve pointed out, the lower portion of your face could be improved. A chin implant could be the solution for this and they are relatively low risk and not very invasive. A chin filler could also be an option; results will be apparent right away and are temporary. This way you can see what your face would look like with an implant and then decide if you’d like to go forward with a permanent option. My suggestion is to see a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for a consultation and discuss with them you what your expectations are for your 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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Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear thesatishard,it is hard to tell without an examination. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Chase Lay, MD · Answer

You can look a bit more alert and energized so to speak with an anteriorly planned chin implant.  Sculptra or fat transfer may do well to put some volume in the face.  You don't have clinical ptosis but a Putterman procedure may be of use in the future to give the eyes a more alert energetic look.Chase Lay MD

Is my mid face or lower third more elongated than ideal? What could I do to improve my appearance? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Elongated face

Answer: Elongated face

Answer: Fat transfer, anterior chin implant, and maybe ptosis repair

Answer: Fat transfer, anterior chin implant, and maybe ptosis repair

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Is my mid face or lower third more elongated than ideal? What could I do to improve my appearance? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Elongated face

Answer: Elongated face

Answer: Fat transfer, anterior chin implant, and maybe ptosis repair

Answer: Fat transfer, anterior chin implant, and maybe ptosis repair

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