|Smart Today = reporter Kim Yun-jin| Recently, before the winter vacation comes to an end, more people have been considering facial contouring surgery. As interest in appearance increases, demand is rising for contouring surgery that seeks an overall change of image. The aim is to smooth out the facial line and shift toward a V-line through the three contouring procedures: cheekbone reduction, square jaw reduction and chin surgery.

Cheekbone reduction is a surgery that moves protruding cheekbones inward to narrow the width of the face and form a softer impression. When developed cheekbones are reduced in accordance with each person's facial shape, the horizontal width of the face becomes smaller and a three-dimensional effect can be expected.

During the procedure, a minimal incision is made in the sideburn area so that scarring is not visible. The rearmost part of the lateral zygomatic arch is cut at an oblique angle, then moved inward while the excess bone is reduced. Shaving is used to prevent a step phenomenon, and firm fixation leads to a stable result.

After surgery, the cheekbones that had protruded to the sides are reduced, so the face looks smaller, and with the angularity gone it can give a softer and more youthful impression. In addition, the cheek hollowing caused by the cheekbones is resolved, so a baby-face effect can be expected.

Square jaw reduction is a method of resecting the angled portion of the jaw along a curve to form a natural and soft line. It is especially suitable for those who want a change of image, as a square jaw with a strong masculine impression can be improved into a soft V-line.

Chin surgery adjusts the length and volume of the front chin in accordance with facial proportions to create a natural and balanced facial shape. By adjusting the length and volume of the chin to suit each person's facial form, a more harmonious facial line can be formed.

When undergoing a combination of three facial contouring procedures, a 4th-generation premium facial contouring approach may be considered to address both lifting and the reduction of potential side effects.

This approach is designed to help minimize concerns such as cheek sagging and facial hollowing. It may include upward fixation of the cheekbones, upward repositioning and fixation of the soft tissues above the periosteum, and soft-tissue repositioning techniques to help reduce the risk of cheek hollowing.

The goal is to achieve a more natural-looking facial contour while carefully considering tissue support and overall safety.

In addition, for those who wish to turn a blunt chin into a slim facial line, chin drilling can be performed together with upward fixation of the double chin muscle, which can reduce the possibility of double chin sagging.

When undergoing contouring surgery, the operation must be performed while avoiding the nerve lines in order to prevent side effects and obtain an aesthetically beautiful result. For this, it is important to find a board-certified plastic surgeon who confirms the position of the nerve lines through CT imaging at the consultation and provides a careful, detailed consultation.

For postoperative care, it is desirable to choose a clinic that provides not only swelling management and skin care but also INMODE FORMA treatment. This helps reduce swelling and maintain skin elasticity, and can contribute to obtaining more satisfying result reviews.

Dr. Kwon Byeong Yun of NANA Plastic Surgery advised, "Facial contouring surgery requires careful planning and the skill of an experienced medical team, so it is desirable to proceed only after sufficient consultation with a specialist who has abundant clinical experience, at a clinic with many surgical reviews."