Your face is a masterpiece of balance, with each feature playing a vital role in creating harmony. Among these, the chin and jawline hold significant sway in defining your overall facial symmetry. A recessed chin can make the nose appear overly prominent and the lips thinner, while a larger jaw can overshadow other facial features. Such imbalances not only affect aesthetics but may also contribute to functional challenges like difficulty chewing.
At The Dome MedDental Clinic in Dubai, genioplasty—commonly referred to as chin surgery or augmentation—offers a transformative solution for individuals seeking to refine their facial profile and restore balance.
What is genioplasty?
Genioplasty is a surgical procedure designed to reshape the chin, correcting its position, size, or alignment to enhance facial symmetry and balance. Whether addressing a receding chin, post-traumatic defects, or general dissatisfaction with disproportionate side profiles, this procedure combines aesthetic refinement with functional improvement.
Our expert Oral & Maxillofacial surgeons use cutting-edge techniques to ensure natural-looking results, tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
What are the types of genioplasty?
- Sliding Genioplasty
- This procedure involves repositioning the jawbone to correct retrogenia (a receding chin). It’s ideal for patients whose jawbone is pushed back or overly prominent, helping to achieve a well-aligned facial structure.
- Chin Implants
- For patients with smaller jawbones, chin implants are used to augment and enhance the chin’s projection. These implants provide a more defined and aesthetically pleasing jawline.
What’s involved in genioplasty?
Genioplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia as a day-case procedure, meaning you can return home the same day.
- Incision Placement: The procedure is performed from inside the mouth or beneath the jawline to ensure no visible scars.
- Surgical Adjustment: Depending on the technique, the jawbone is repositioned or implants are placed.
- Closure: Dissolvable stitches are used to secure the incision.
Who is the best candidate for genioplasty?
Paitents whose chin is disproportionate to the rest of their facial features or if misalignment impacts their confidence or function, genioplasty could be the solution.
Are the results permanent?
Yes, genioplasty provides long-lasting results, with most patients enjoying their enhanced profiles for a lifetime.
Is the procedure painful?
With general anesthesia, the surgery is virtually painless. Post-operative discomfort is manageable with prescribed medications.
Will there be visible scars?
No. Our expert Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons perform the procedure using internal incisions or carefully hidden external ones, ensuring scars remain invisible.
What is recovery and aftercare like?
While the procedure is minimally invasive, some recovery time is necessary. Most patients experience mild swelling and discomfort for the first few days. Please follow your surgeon’s advice for optimum recovery.
- Apply cold packs to minimize swelling.
- Sleep in an upright position for the first few days.
- Wear a supportive jaw garment for one week post-surgery.
- Stick to soft foods and maintain oral hygiene with a mouthwash and gentle brushing.
- Avoid driving or strenuous activities for at least 48 hours.
- Allow yourself a week off work to rest and recover.
At The Dome MedDental Clinic, our team of experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons combines expertise with advanced techniques to deliver exceptional results. With a patient-centric approach, we ensure comfort, safety, and precision in every procedure.
For more information, feel free to contact The Dome MedDental Clinic at 04 399 9772. We’re here to answer your questions and guide you through every step of the treatment process.
