I hate my profile because of my weak jaw and chin, what is the best way to make it look better? (photos)

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I'm 18 years old and male, my profile looks very abnormal compared to other peoples my age and it kills my self esteem. What's the best treatment?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Your photos do demonstrate a recessive chin, so you appear to be a good candidate for augmentation of your chin with an implant.  This would help to balance your profile.  I would consult with a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon.  There are many different styles and sizes of chin implants that are available.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and photographs. Using a 3D Vectra camera system would be a great option to see how a chin implant would look in a 3 dimensional analysis of your face.  Some patients with a small chin may want to consider a chin implant to help balance the face.  A stronger chin may help your nose appear smaller.  You may also benefit from a conservative rhinoplasty.  If you are going to have a chin implant, I ususally recommend the two surgeries be done at the same time.  I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.Best wishes and good luck.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

With your more moderate jaw deficiency, the combination of chin and jaw angle implants will make a very noticeable change in the lower third of your face. Have computer imaging to first see what these jawline changes would look like.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

The side photographs reveal a weak and recessive chin profile, for which a chin implant can augment and improve. Chin implants are manufactured in a large variety of shapes and sizes, are composed of Silastic, and are usually inserted  through a submental approach under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. For many examples and more information, please see the link and the video below

Majid Jamali, DMD · Answer

I believe you will be happy with either a chin implant or sliding genioplasty procedure. Please consult a surgeon and see what works for you.

I hate my profile because of my weak jaw and chin, what is the best way to make it look better? (photos)

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I hate my profile because of my weak jaw and chin, what is the best way to make it look better? (photos)

Answers (6)

Answer: Chin implant for weak chin profile

Answer: Chin implant for weak chin profile

Answer: Jaw

Answer: Jaw

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