What can be done about my large/wide jaw and chin? I feel like it takes away the balance and harmony from my face. It is way too large and long. I want to have a more v shaped lower face or just a more proportional one. I considered jaw botox but it seems like the actual jaw bone structure may be the culprit. Does this require a more invasive surgery such as v-line face contouring?
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April 28, 2017
Answer: Jaw shaping
Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Hi there, Thank you for the inquiry and images. A slim jawline is an aesthetic appearance that most people often request. If you are really unhappy about the appearance of your jaw size, then your options can include dermal filler injections to contour the jawline area, or you may be benefit ...
Thank you for the images.
Jaw augmentation can change the shape of your face with a chin implant (sizes vary) to enhance the shape and size of the face by elongating the size of the chin. You can ask your plastic surgeon more about these two options at your initial consultation. If you are unsu...
The key is facial balance. We can adjust the cheeks, jaw, or forehead as needed for that balance. Your face could potentially benefit from jaw surgery for example which is done through the inside of the mouth. Of course, it'll be easier to know what's right with different photos.