Dr. David Salehani Refines Facial Balance Through 3D Surgical Planning

At Sunset Oral and Facial Surgery, Dr. Salehani emphasizes that the chin does not exist in isolation. Relying on his dual background in dentistry and medicine, he evaluates the intricate relationship between the teeth, bite, and jaw. While many patients pursue genioplasty to alter the shape or size of the chin, Dr. Salehani distinguishes between cases that require simple bone repositioning and those involving deeper skeletal discrepancies that necessitate orthognathic intervention.

The integration of Virtual Surgical Planning has transformed this diagnostic process. By creating a digital 3D model of a patient’s facial structure, the surgeon can simulate precise bone movements before entering the operating room. This technology allows for a customized approach, moving away from standardized treatments toward procedures tailored to specific skeletal proportions. For patients whose goals involve more than soft-tissue adjustments, this method provides a roadmap to address functional and aesthetic concerns simultaneously, ensuring that the final results are rooted in structural accuracy.