What is the primary purpose of performing a mentoplasty?

A mentoplasty, also known as chin surgery, primarily aims for cosmetic reconstruction of the chin. This procedure enhances the chin's appearance, improving facial proportions and overall aesthetic balance. Many patients seek mentoplasty to refine the chin contour, increase projection, or reduce a prominent chin, contributing to a more harmonious facial structure.

While other procedures may restore functionality or correct alignments related to the jaw, the primary goal of mentoplasty is aesthetic enhancement rather than addressing functional issues. For instance, functional restoration would typically involve surgeries that focus on improving the function of the jaw or mouth rather than purely cosmetic modifications. Similarly, correcting jaw alignment generally pertains to orthognathic surgery rather than mentoplasty, which specifically targets the chin. Repairing a cleft palate involves different surgical approaches that are unrelated to mentoplasty.