Can A Bony Geniopasty Make My Chin Longer And Wider?

Q: Dr. Eppley,Hello. Can i get wider and taller chin with genioplasty?

A:I believe you mean a wider and vertically longer chin and by using the term ‘genioplasty’ (which is a generic term for any type of chin change) you probably are referring to a bony genioplasty by osteotomy. An osteotomy can be used to make the chin longer and a bit wider by a midline split and interpositional graft. But if one wants it to have a definitive square shape this is then best done by a custom designed chin implant.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World Renowned Plastic Surgeon