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In the Industry Vocabulary Test
mentoplasty
Pronunciation: /ˈmɛntoʊplæsti/
Surgical reshaping of the chin through augmentation, reduction, or repositioning procedures.
Full Definition
Mentoplasty encompasses various surgical techniques to alter chin morphology for functional or aesthetic purposes. Procedures include chin advancement through sliding genioplasty, chin reduction through bone contouring, and chin augmentation using implants or autogenous bone grafts. The surgery may be performed as an isolated procedure for facial balance or in conjunction with orthognathic surgery to optimize facial proportions and profile aesthetics while maintaining proper dental occlusion.
Usage
Usage note: More general term than 'genioplasty' which specifically refers to bone surgery.
In Context
- "Mentoplasty was performed to improve facial balance following maxillomandibular advancement." — Operative report
- "The patient requested mentoplasty for correction of microgenia and improved facial profile." — Consultation note
Also known as
chin surgery
chin reshaping
pogonoplasty
Don't confuse with
genioplasty
chin implant
mandibular advancement