Clinical efficacy of genioplasty for deformities of the chin

VernacularTitle:颏成形术矫正颏部畸形的临床效果
Author: Gao ZENG ; Zhanwei GAO ; Bo CHEN ; Yanwen QI ; Zhiqiang XUE ; Yang ZHOU ; Li MA ; Chong REN ; Huijie QI ; Hui LU
Keywords: Chin deformity; Microgenia; Genioplasty
From: Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2017;23(2):88-91
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To analyze the clinical efficacy and technical key points of genioplasty for the deformities of the chin.Methods 153 patients with chin deformities were treated with the genioplasty,and the chin was moved in any direction,including sagittally,vertically and transversely;the key points of this procedure were summarized.Results There was no severe complication such as infection or nonunion observed.15 patients had ecchymosis and faded in 2 weeks;33 patients had hypaesthesia and recovered in 12 weeks.With the 12-24 months follow-up,all the patients healed well with satisfactory aesthetic results.Conclusions The genioplasty is a reliable and efficient method for the deformities of the chin,and it can significantly improve the appearance of the chin.