Sliding genioplasty or implant to get ideal side profile? (photo)

I perform both procedures, and there are times when one procedure is better than the other. There are also cases where either procedure will give the same result. For large advancements in women, a sliding genioplasty is my favored procedure. Large chin implants can sometimes make the chin appear wider, and therefore less feminine. In cases with a deep mentolabial fold, that usually indicates a chin that is a bit short. In these cases, I prefer the genioplasty to provide both length and horizontal projection with one surgery. Chin implants can make the mentolabial fold appear deeper and cannot provide vertical lengthening.

Dear Genius422340,

Thank you for your pictures. In my opinion, I think that the sliding genioplasty would work well for you. I prefer that for my patients who need a straightforward advancement to achieve balance. Shannon plants work nicely here as well but I prefer to use the patient on tissue to improve their facial balance whenever possible.

See consultation from several board-certified plastic surgeons or oral surgeons who have experience with chin and neck contouring.

Best wishes,

Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, MBA

ESJ Aesthetics

Based on these photos it looks that both techniques for chin augmentation would provide satisfactory result. You should look for a board certified plastic surgeon whom you trust and let her (him) make that decision. Good luck.