Chin augmentation alters the underlying structure of the chin, typically to balance the facial features. The specific medical terms mentoplasty and genioplasty refer to reducing or adding material to the chin, which can be done by reshaping the chin bone through osteotomy or by inserting an implant, usually through the mouth. The operation is often performed together with rhinoplasty to help balance facial proportions, and is usually carried out by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, otolaryngologist, or plastic surgeon.
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Chin augmentation using surgical implants alter the underlying structure of the face, intended to balance the facial features.
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