With the winter break, more people are considering facial contouring surgery. Many are looking to use the Lunar New Year holiday and the long vacation to carry out plans they had been putting off. Facial asymmetry or a square jaw that makes the face look large can be a source of stress for many people. To resolve this, facial contouring surgery tailored to each person's facial structure is needed.

Facial contouring surgical methods include square jaw reduction, chin reduction, and cheekbone reduction. Because the appropriate method differs according to the patient's facial shape and condition, diagnosis and consultation by an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon are essential.

In square jaw reduction, the bone must be resected smoothly in a long curve from below the ear to the body of the square jaw for the jawline to form naturally. In particular, removing the outer cortex of the bone reduces the thickness of the jawbone, creating a slimmer facial shape even from the front.

If only the protruding part of the square jaw is removed, a secondary angle may form and make the facial shape uneven, so the osteotomy should be performed in a long curve starting from below the ear. In addition, when reduction of muscle and fat is carried out together with bone resection, a slim facial shape can be created while avoiding excessive resection.

Chin reduction involves lengthening or shortening the chin in consideration of facial proportions. This surgery defines the chin clearly, adding dimension and creating a refined impression. Specifically, the chin bone is resected in a T shape, the central bone is removed, and the bone on both sides is brought together toward the center to reduce the width. This makes the chin slimmer and resolves appearance-related concerns.

The cheekbones greatly influence one's impression depending on the degree of protrusion. Protruding cheekbones give a strong impression, whereas appropriately reduced cheekbones complete a soft, small facial shape. Cheekbone reduction surgery improves the facial contour by resecting and repositioning the 45-degree and side cheekbones. In addition, techniques such as upward fixation can minimize cheek sagging.

Dr. Kim Yun Ho of NANA Plastic Surgery Gangnam advised, "To increase safety and satisfaction, facial contouring surgery must be preceded by precise examination and thorough consultation. It should not stop at improving appearance but must also address functional aspects. In addition, more natural and satisfying results can be achieved when customized surgery suited to your facial shape and condition is performed by an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon at a clinic with a wide range of facial contouring cases and reviews."

Source: E-Donga (https://edu.donga.com)