genioplasty
Pronunciation: JEE-nee-oh-plas-tee
Surgical procedure to reshape or reposition the chin for aesthetic or functional improvement.
Full Definition
Genioplasty is a surgical procedure designed to alter the shape, size, or position of the chin through bone modification or implant placement. The procedure can involve sliding osteotomy to advance or retrude the chin, reduction genioplasty to decrease chin prominence, or augmentation genioplasty using implants or bone grafts. Genioplasty is often performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty or orthognathic surgery to achieve optimal facial balance and may address both aesthetic concerns and functional issues such as sleep apnea.
Usage
Usage note: More specific than 'chin surgery'; encompasses various chin modification techniques.
In Context
- "Sliding genioplasty was performed to advance the chin 6 millimeters." — Operative report
- "The patient underwent genioplasty to improve facial profile harmony." — Consultation note