Overall, the maxilla grows in a forward and downward projection with steady/passive growth until age 5 years, where it is 85% of its eventual adult size[3, 16]. The maxilla then increases its growth pace until age 11 years where growth plateaus until age 15 years [17].

At what age is facial growth complete?

It is generally accepted that facial growth is complete and implants can be placed in females at approximately 17 years of age and in males at approximately 21-22 years of age. However, due to patient variations, sequential cephalometric radiographs should be compared for verification prior to implant placement.

Does jawline grow after 18?

Mandibular growth was found to be statistically significant for the age periods of 16 to 18 years and 18 to 20 years. ... Maxillary and mandibular growth were highly correlated at each age period. However, overall mandibular growth was approximately twice that of overall maxillary growth.