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chin implant to make face appear slimmer

This section of the forum is dedicated to discussions on enhancing or correcting the cheeks and chin through alloplastic implants, fat transfer, lifting, fillers, etc.
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chin implant to make face appear slimmer

Postby simpleharmonicmotion » Sun Oct 02, 2011 4:34 am

Hi Dr. Lam,
I have a very round face with a really strong jaw that I am very self conscious about. In fact, I'm already getting botox jaw injections from you 8-) However,I am thinking about the possibility of a chin implant. Is it possible to get a chin implant that could make my face appear slimmer? I have a very boxy looking appearance to my face with wide cheeks. I am concerned about the chin implant making my face look more masculine.
Thank you for your help and consideration.
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Re: chin implant to make face appear slimmer

Postby dr. lam » Sun Oct 02, 2011 7:34 am

hi,
a few things:
1. if you do not have an under projected chin then a chin implant is not good for you. if you do, then it would be.
2. if you are in your 30s or beyond, a chin implant sometimes can age you because it shows more bone. fillers or fat are typically better. i can slim a face sometimes using fillers or fat effectively by emphasizing the front of your face.
in short, i would have to see you again to help make that determination.
best,
sml
Samuel M. Lam, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate, American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
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Re: chin implant to make face appear slimmer

Postby simpleharmonicmotion » Sun Oct 02, 2011 11:17 am

Thank you for your prompt reply Dr. Lam!
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Re: chin implant to make face appear slimmer

Postby dr. lam » Sun Oct 02, 2011 11:35 am

My pleasure!
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