Microgenia is the medical term for an unusually small or deformed chin. [1] The contrasting condition, an enlarged chin, is called "macrogenia". [2][3][4] There are seven different chin deformities: Class II microgenia is the most commonly encountered chin deformity, followed by class II macrogenia. [5]

Microgenia, derived from the Greek words "micro" (small) and "geneion" (chin), describes a condition where the chin is abnormally small or recessed. This anomaly can affect the overall balance and symmetry of the face, often leading to self-esteem issues and functional problems such as difficulties in chewing and speaking.

The terms macrogenia and microgenia also refer to size, macrogenia indicating large chin and microgenia a small one. Abnormal jaw positions occur in all cardinal directions. Prognathism and r etrognathism are deformities characterized by an abnormal anteroposterior position.

Aug 23, 2019 · Microgenia is a term meaning a small chin. It is somewhat related to but distinct from the term micrognathia which means a small mandible. Microgenia can be isolated or be associated with a number of anomalies which include.

The meaning of MICROGENIA is abnormal smallness of the chin.

Objective: The authors propose a decision making protocol for correcting chin microgenia based on a revision of 345 treated cases. Methods: A retrospective review of 345 cases of chin microgenia was undertaken to understand the proper …

Understanding the characteristics of microgenia and choosing a rational method is the prerequisite for a good operative result.

In our study, we aim to report our experiences and long-term results regarding 3 cases to whom chin augmentation combined with implant and osseous method is applied because of serious chin hypoplasia (microgenia).

In our study, we aim to report our experiences and long-term results regarding 3 cases to whom chin augmentation combined with implant and osseous method is applied because of serious chin hypoplasia (microgenia).

abnormal smallness of the chin. Miller-Keane Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health, Seventh Edition. © 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved. Abnormal smallness of the chin resulting from the underdevelopment of …