Genioplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the chin either by advancing, reducing, or otherwise repositioning the chin bone to improve facial balance and harmony. Before and after results typically show a marked improvement in chin projection and contour, leading to a more balanced overall facial profile. Before genioplasty, patients often have concerns such as a small or recessed chin or a chin that is disproportionate to the rest of the face. The surgery can be done by either sliding advancement of the chin bone (osseous genioplasty) or by placing a chin implant (alloplastic genioplasty). The procedure may include cutting and moving the chin bone forward or backward, or inserting an implant to enhance chin size. After genioplasty, patients usually see a more prominent and well-defined chin which harmonizes the facial features. The recovery may involve swelling for several weeks, with incision scars typically hidden inside the mouth and thus invisible externally. The result is a more aesthetically pleasing facial profile with improved proportions. Photos from various cases reveal significant positive changes in chin shape and face balance, often accompanied by procedures like rhinoplasty for optimal facial harmony. In summary, genioplasty before photos show chins that may be small or recessed, while after photos display enhanced projections and contours that restore facial symmetry. The results bring better proportionality and aesthetic improvement to the patient's appearance.
