Facial Plast Surg 2021; 37(06): 709-715
DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1735307
Original Article

Genioplasty and Mandibular Implants

Tom Shokri
1   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Associates, Fort Worth, Texas
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Mattie Rosi-Schumacher
2   Department of Otolaryngology, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, New York
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Laura Petrauskas
3   Section of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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3   Section of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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Yadranko Ducic
1   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Associates, Fort Worth, Texas
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Abstract

Genioplasty is a useful technique employed for both aesthetic and, in the case of obstructive sleep apnea, functional purposes. Mandibular implants similarly represent a powerful tool in the facial surgeons armamentarium. Herein, we review relevant anatomy, patient evaluation, and various techniques employing both alloplastic augmentation and osseous modification of the mandible.



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16. September 2021

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