I had sliding genioplasty 5 weeks ago to correct a receding chin and short jaw. My profile is now wonderfully improved. However my face, face-on is now too narrow and a different shape and my chin too pointy. It doesn't suit the rest of my facial features and I do not look like me. What could be done to correct this please?
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February 5, 2012
Answer: Improving narrow face from prior sliding genioplasty
Your chin is both horizontally and VERTICALLY short due to an overall smaller jaw. This is to be differentiated from the more common chin problem of horizontal shortness. This is confirmed by the fact that when you slide and hold your jaw forward (down and out), it creates the look you want....
While anatomical or winged chin implants are popular today, they often are not good choices for women. The wings add width to the chin making it more round which is not a pleasing feminine facial shape for the lower face. You would be better off with more of a 'central button' style chin...
I read your concerns and reviewed your photos. The quality of your photos is limiting, but I can appreciate several indentations along your chin. They appear to be similar to acne scars. Frankly, I'm not sure if these are related to your previous surgery.
You may want to consult a...