If You Want Your Facial Line to Change Before and After Chin Correction

If You Want Your Facial Line to Change Before and After Chin Correction

Hello, this is Smile D Dental Clinic, where we consider both facial balance and health.

A recessed chin... did you think it was simply an appearance issue? You came to the right place.

To be honest, it is hard to tell from the front, but if the chin is not visible from the side, or

if the chin is pushed back and makes the face look larger and longer,

you may be worried.

It feels like my jaw hurts a bit when I chew.

Usually, people only think about cosmetic issues, so some consider liposuction, and

some are just busy rubbing the area with a massager.

However, this may be a bite problem, reduced chewing function, or an issue with speech imbalance.

So not only for simple cosmetic reasons, but also because there may be a problem with the oral structure,

it is important to note that, depending on the severity of the symptoms, treatment and improvement may be possible through orthodontics alone.

So in today’s post, from the changes seen before and after chin correction,

we will also explain the treatment approach and expected effects.

I hope this will be helpful for those who have been worried about a face without definition.^^

I have gathered only the things you are likely to be curious about, so from here on, just 3 minutes.

Thank you if you can spare me a moment.

The face has no definition.. What is the cause?

This is also called mandibular retrusion.

It refers to a condition in which the lower jaw is positioned behind the upper jaw (maxilla).

It may not seem very problematic from the front, but from the side,

the mouth may appear protruded, or the chin may look short and blunt.

▶ When viewed from the side, the jawline is barely visible

▶ The mouth appears protruded and the lower third of the face looks short

▶ There is a habit of pushing the chin forward

▶ The teeth are in a maloccluded state

▶ The jaw is strained when chewing

▶ Speech is slurred and the mouth does not close well when speaking

Well, it may be a congenital skeletal issue.

There may have been poor oral habits from childhood, malocclusion,

abnormal tongue position, or a combination of genetic factors.

This can also affect the position and function of the temporomandibular joint.

If the lower jaw has moved back beyond the normal range, abnormal pressure is applied,

and this creates an imbalance in the opening and closing movements of the mouth,

which in severe cases can lead to temporomandibular joint disorder.

In particular, some people occasionally hear a sound in the jaw when opening their mouth,

or cannot open their mouth wide in the first place and easily feel fatigued while eating.

For those with these symptoms, other treatments may need to be combined.

Before and after chin correction, the process and differences

Some people look for many before-and-after chin correction cases and want surgery,

but this may not necessarily be improved through cosmetic jaw surgery.

In many cases, it can be improved simply by adjusting the direction of skeletal growth and the position of the teeth.

Especially during growth, significant effects can be expected with orthodontic treatment alone.

First, one method is to adjust the position of the upper and lower teeth to guide the chin to appear more forward,

and for children in the growth stage, a mandibular advancement appliance may be used.

For adults, the aesthetics can be supplemented by using appliances such as prosthetics in combination.

On the other hand, there are cases where orthognathic surgery and orthodontic treatment must be performed together.

If the jaw is significantly recessed, surgery to move the jawbone may be necessary.

However, a surgical approach should be considered when the chin is severely recessed or when temporomandibular joint symptoms are present.

Therefore, after diagnosis, it is necessary to determine whether orthodontic treatment alone is sufficient or whether surgery is needed,

and a structural approach using CT and cephalometric analysis may be required.

The changes before and after chin correction are larger than you might think.

Before treatment, the jawline may appear almost absent and the mouth may seem protruded,

while functionally, you may have often experienced jaw pain or discomfort.

After treatment, however, the chin is naturally positioned forward, the lip line is more neatly aligned,

a precise bite can be restored, and you may feel more stability when eating.

The before-and-after changes from chin correction can improve not only appearance but also function,

and because the difference is clearly visible, it is one of the treatments with high satisfaction.

(1)	It is a structural problem that affects both aesthetics and function.
(2)	Because the before-and-after change is large, you need a careful diagnosis before proceeding.

Today, we looked at the differences before and after chin correction,

and also talked about the surgical process.

A recessed chin is not just an appearance issue; it can affect the position of the jaw, tooth alignment, and chewing function,

so you should keep in mind that it may be a structural dental issue.

If the symptoms are mild, they may be improved sufficiently with orthodontic treatment alone,

and if necessary, a surgical approach may also need to be considered.

The changes include not only visible appearance but also functional recovery and improved facial balance,

so it is important to set the direction through a proper diagnosis and consultation with a dental specialist.

Thank you for reading this long post today as well. This has been Smile D Dental Clinic.

| ※ Because side effects may occur depending on the individual for all treatments, please proceed only after sufficient consultation. |