mentoplasty
Pronunciation: MEN-toh-plas-tee
Surgical reshaping of the chin through augmentation, reduction, or repositioning procedures.
Full Definition
Mentoplasty encompasses surgical procedures designed to reshape or reposition the chin for functional or aesthetic purposes. This can involve chin augmentation using implants or bone grafts, chin reduction through bone contouring, or sliding genioplasty to advance or retrude the chin position. In craniofacial surgery contexts, mentoplasty is often part of comprehensive orthognathic treatment plans to achieve proper facial balance and occlusion. The procedure can address chin deficiency, excessive chin projection, asymmetry, or soft tissue imbalances. Proper analysis of facial proportions and dental occlusion is essential for optimal outcomes.
Usage
Usage note: Specify type: augmentation, reduction, or sliding mentoplasty.
In Context
- "The treatment plan included mentoplasty to achieve proper facial balance following orthognathic surgery." — Surgical planning document
- "Sliding mentoplasty was performed to advance the recessive chin 6mm." — Operative report