Can a teenager qualify to recieve chin augmentation?

When fully mature: And i mean from both an emotional and physical state. The facial skeleton does not compelte skeletal maturity until late puberty which is later for boys than girls and the mandible and nose are two of the latest structures to complete development. However in cases such as true mandibular hypopasia with malocclusion, surgery may be contemplated at an earlier date.

Yes: Depending on the clinical findings and the occlusion (the way the teeth fit together) this may be very appropriate. A chin implant would be very inappropriate in a teenager but a genioplasty or a jaw advancement might.

Sure: The above answer is completely correct, but it is important to realize that a teenager should not recieve a chin implant as this will likely cause them problems over life.

NO: Chin augmentation by implant is mostly out of favor with orthodontists. Jaw surgery should never be done on a growing patient (there are exceptions). I find that an advancement genioplasty (surgical repositioning of only the bony chin) to be the procedure of choice. In cases where i can obtain a great occlusion with braces, but lower jaw still recessive, this is a great, less invasive procedure.

Chin: Best to review status with a specialist Orthodontist who can advise as to occlusion and skeletal balance. Don’t put the cart before the horse. Determine what’s wrong, then appropriate treatment plan can be determined.