Will Vertical Chin Lengthening Help Soften My Deep Labiomental Fold?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Would I need significant lengthening that needs surgery (>6mm) or an implant can suffice to address my concern of a smoother side profile and mental crease removal/smoothening?

A: I think what you mean is whether you need vertical bone lengthening, which is needed for chin length increases greater than 7mms. When less than 7mm is needed then this can safely can be done by an implant.

That determination requires a more indepth assessment and imaging of your pictures. But my initial impression is that 5 to 7mms of vertical length is needed.

But no matter what you do the labiomentla fold can not be ‘removed or completely smoothed out’. That is not an achievable outcome. It can only be partially reduced in depth.

Dr Barry Eppley

World Renowned Plastic Surgeon