Chin Augmentation | Genioplasty

Chin augmentation is where we can alter the position of the chin by;

1. Increasing or decreasing its projection.
2. Increase or decrease the vertical height.
3. Improve symmetry

The ideal position of the chin relates to bony landmarks within the face most especially the upper jaw and the nose and forehead junction.

How We Augment The Chin:

Chin augmentation we can therefore undertake using implants. These occasionally can extrude or become infected. For this reason Mr Potter prefers to augment the chin by mobilising the pre-existing chin bone. We achieve this by making cuts within the gum behind the lower lip.

By a series of bone cuts we can retract, protrude, elevate or lower the jaw bone or a combination of these to change the jaw to the desired profile. Chin augmentation doesn’t interfere with your teeth. It avoids any external skin incisions or scars.

Prior To Procedure:

Prior to the procedure you will have multiple photographs as well as measurements of the face and its bony profile. It is also necessary to undertake an X-ray of both the upper and lower jaw. This is to ascertain the relationship of the tooth roots to any proposed bony cuts. Occasionally will reviews patients by Orthognathic dental colleagues prior to a chin augmentation.