Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Genioplasty

A surgical procedure done largely for cosmetic reasons to correct receding chins, chin misalignment, or chin excess.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

A surgical procedure done largely for cosmetic reasons to correct receding chins, chin misalignment, or chin excess.

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Synonyms

5 entry terms
  • Chin Repositioning
  • Chin Repositionings
  • Genioplasties
  • Repositioning, Chin
  • Repositionings, Chin

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Aspects Covered

17 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2013

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Tree Number

  1. E06w.645.562.249

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Genioplasty. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D063172. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D063172
  2. Genioplasty. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1502234