Chin & Cheek Augmentation and Buccal Fat Reduction

Caption A
Genioplasty patient shown before surgery with receding chin.

Caption B
In one approach, the lower section of bone is moved forward and wired into position..

Caption C
An alternative approach involves inserting an implant between the bone and chin tissue through a short external incision under the chin. Similarly, in some cases the cheekbones may be built up by placing an implant over them as shown.

Caption D
The postoperative patient with balanced profile and slight scar under the chin.






