Cheekbone Reductioncheekbone reduction surgery
Narrow the width of the face while enhancing its dimension! Reduce the width of wide-looking side cheekbones as much as possible and transform them into youthful front cheekbones
What is cheekbone reduction at NANA Plastic Surgery?
Prominent cheekbones can make the face appear wider and more angular. Zygoma reduction surgery uses a precise L-shaped osteotomy to reposition the cheekbones inward and forward, creating a slimmer, more balanced facial contour. This technique also helps maintain natural fullness in the front cheeks for a softer, more youthful appearance.
A Softer, More Youthful Look with Just Zygoma Reduction?
Softening Prominent and Angular Cheekbones
Prominent, angular cheekbones can make the face appear sharper or more intense. By carefully repositioning the cheekbones inward and forward, zygoma reduction surgery helps create a slimmer, softer, and more balanced facial contour. This technique may also soften the appearance of upturned eyes, contributing to a gentler, more youthful look.
Worried about side effects after cheekbone surgery?
NANA Plastic Surgery's specialized facial contouring medical team conducts pre-surgical examinations and a post-surgical care system to minimize side effects that can occur after osteotomy. To prevent cheek sagging, non-union, and recurrence that can occur with cheekbone reduction, the ligaments connecting the cheekbone and skin are held taut, and double fixation brings the cheekbone tightly together to induce natural union and enhance stability.
NANA Plastic Surgery Cheekbone Reduction Recommended for These Patients!
With so many cheekbone reduction techniques available, finding the right one can be challenging. If other methods haven’t delivered your desired results, NANA Plastic Surgery’s Maximum Reduction L-Shaped Osteotomy is the solution you’ve been looking for!
When protrusion is severe when viewed from a 45-degree angle
We increase the amount of resection to reduce large cheekbones and push them forward as far as possible to improve a severely protruding cheekbone line.
When protruding side cheekbones create a hollow, shadowed area beneath them
We adjust the amount of resection to the size of the cheekbone and push it forward as far as possible to improve the shadowed cheekbone line.
When cheekbones protruding from the front make the facial shape uneven
We first assess the structure of the facial shape, resect only the necessary amount, and fill in the empty space to tidy up the line.
When the face is flat and wide, especially in the midface
We adjust the resection to a small amount according to the size of the cheekbone and then push it forward to add volume.
Why Choose NANA’s L-Shaped Osteotomy for Cheekbone Reduction?
Rather than simply reducing the size of the cheekbones, it is important to carefully assess each patient’s unique facial structure and determine the most suitable approach to repositioning the bones for a naturally balanced facial contour.
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A Smooth, Slim Facial Contour from Every Angle: Front, Side, and 45° Views
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A Slim, Sculpted, and Beautifully Balanced Facial Contour
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Noticeable Cheekbone Reduction with Just One Osteotomy Procedure
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Precise Surgical Techniques to Help Prevent Cheek Sagging
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Secure Double Fixation to Reduce the Risk of Bone Non-Union
Cheekbone Reduction Surgery Information
Surgery Time
About 1 hour
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Hospitalization
Not required
Drain
None
Stitch Removal
After about 2 weeks
Return to Daily Life
After about 1 week
Follow-up Visits
1 week after surgery
Why cheekbone reduction should be done atNANA, where it is safe and trustworthy
To prevent after-effects such as cheek sagging, discomfort when chewing, and indentation lines in the skin, it is important to have cheekbone reduction performed at a specialized clinic.
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Because the resection is performed while avoiding damage to the zygomatic facial nerve, we guard against after-effects such as sensory abnormalities.
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Excessive resection of the cheekbone causes "non-union," where the bone does not fuse, so controlling the amount of resection is extremely important.
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Rather than using absorbable pins or wires, we perform double fixation with firm titanium fixation.
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If the bone is not firmly fixed in the correct position, the contraction of the masseter muscle can cause the cheekbone to shift and lead to side effects.
NANA Plastic Surgery Answers Your Q & A
After cheekbone reduction, won't the skin sag or make me look older in proportion to the bone that was cut?
Minimizing Cheek Sagging
Individuals with fuller cheeks or those over the age of 35 may naturally experience some degree of cheek sagging as part of the aging process. At Nana Plastic Surgery, our zygoma reduction technique utilizes high-position zygoma osteotomy, followed by customized rotation tailored to each patient’s facial structure.
This approach helps achieve close bone-to-bone contact and supports a balanced facial contour while minimizing the appearance of postoperative cheek sagging.
I'm curious how much the cheekbone is moved inward during cheekbone reduction.
Customized Zygoma Reduction for a Balanced Facial Contour
The degree of cheekbone prominence varies from person to person, and it is important to consider whether the appearance is influenced primarily by bone structure, soft tissue, or muscle.
For many Asian patients with more prominent zygomatic bones, addressing both the lateral cheekbones and the anterior cheekbone area can create a more noticeable and harmonious improvement in facial proportions.
Rather than aggressively removing excessive amounts of bone, Nana Plastic Surgery focuses on achieving a significant aesthetic improvement through precise and conservative adjustments. This balanced approach is a key part of our expertise in zygoma reduction surgery.
Cheekbone reduction post-surgery
recovery care solution
Post-operative care determines the results as much as the surgery itself. NANA provides a post-surgery recovery care solution for cheekbone reduction patients.
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Steam exfoliation care and hydrating cooling mask, performed together with dressing of the surgical site
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Swelling-reducing masks and vitamin treatments help support healthy circulation and recovery.
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Anti-swelling and anti-inflammatory injections to promote rapid reduction of swelling
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RF treatment and Healite for fast recovery
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Intensive skin care for dead skin and sebum caused by difficulty washing during recovery
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Lymphatic care for intensive lifting and elasticity
NANA Plastic Surgery's Trusted Facial Contouring Expertise
Precise pre-surgical analysis with 3D-CT
Before surgery, we use precise 3D CT analysis to examine each patient’s facial bone structure, muscle and soft tissue distribution, and nerve positions from multiple angles. This allows us to carefully plan a personalized surgical approach based on their unique anatomy.
Pre-surgical comprehensive examination system
Comprehensive Preoperative Medical Screening
For greater surgical safety, we conduct a comprehensive medical screening using advanced diagnostic equipment before every procedure. Our screening program includes approximately 50 nationally certified tests tailored to various health conditions.
By analyzing each patient’s individual health data and making a comprehensive, evidence-based assessment, we develop a personalized surgical plan suited to each patient’s needs. This thorough approach allows us to provide precise and individualized care for more satisfactory outcomes.
Collaborative system of specialists in each field
A Dedicated Team for Safe and Personalized Care
Our team of experienced specialists, each with extensive experience in their respective fields of plastic surgery, works collaboratively throughout the entire surgical process to provide safe and satisfying results.
With extensive clinical experience in facial contouring procedures, our dedicated facial contouring surgical team provides comprehensive care with a focus on both patient safety and aesthetic harmony.Board-certified anesthesiologist on site
The patient's condition is monitored in real time with a monitoring system, and a board-certified anesthesiologist is dedicated 1:1 to each patient, taking responsibility for safely checking the entire process from before surgery through post-operative recovery.
Facial contouring recovery care solution
At NANA Plastic Surgery, we provide a comprehensive recovery care solution following facial contouring surgery to support a stable recovery and beautiful, refined results.
Our personalized post-operative care program includes swelling management and supportive treatment options designed to help reduce swelling and discomfort, promoting a faster and more comfortable recovery.
Facial contouring post-surgery recovery care solution
Post-operative care determines the results as much as the surgery itself. NANA provides a post-surgery recovery care solution for facial contouring patients.
In-house mask pack
An intensive care pack containing NANA Plastic Surgery's medical expertise forms a protective barrier on the skin, adding moisture and vitality.
Complimentary aftercare kit
Everyone who undergoes surgery receives an "aftercare kit" for fast recovery, swelling relief, and soothing.
Healite for skin tone improvement and skin regeneration
Supports cell recovery to reduce inflammation, restore damaged skin elasticity, and help improve redness.
RF treatment for lymphatic circulation and elasticity
An intensive care pack containing NANA Plastic Surgery's medical expertise forms a protective barrier on the skin, adding moisture and vitality.
Incision scar care
Scar care is provided when scar remodeling occurs as fibrous tissue is drawn in around the incision site.
Steam exfoliation care and hydrating cooling care
Stimulates collagen and elastin production in damaged skin tissue to restore the tissue and promote skin regeneration.
Lymphatic care and lifting/elasticity care
Promotes cell function to induce smooth metabolism and increases the collagen and elastin layers to enhance elasticity.
Anti-swelling and anti-inflammatory injections
Heals vascular constriction and tissue damage, promoting blood and lymphatic circulation to support fast recovery.
Close follow-up by your surgeon and dedicated care manager
Even after surgery, your surgeon and your assigned dedicated care manager personally check your post-operative progress.
Aftercare Program
NANA Plastic Surgery runs a diverse and systematic aftercare program.
Facial Contouring Aftercare Program
Week 1
Exfoliation care ▶ Mask care / Healite
Exfoliation care and hydrating care with a sheet mask boost cell regeneration and skin elasticity, and Healite improves skin tone.
Week 4
RF treatment ▶ Mask care / Healite ▶ Progress check by your surgeon
RF treatment reduces bruising and swelling, Healite boosts skin elasticity, and then your surgeon checks your progress.
NANA's guide to
precautions after facial contouring surgery
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Washing & showering
Until the stitches are removed, please wipe areas other than the surgical site with a damp towel.Until the tape or stitches on your face are removed, please wipe areas other than the surgical site with a damp towel.
You may brush your teeth from the day after surgery.From the day after surgery, brush your teeth as usual but carefully with a small toothbrush. After intraoral incision surgery, gargle with the prescribed Hexamedine diluted at a ratio of 7 parts water to 3 parts Hexamedine. We recommend gargling after every meal, and rinsing your mouth gently at intervals of about 3–4 hours.
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Recovery
Irritation or a strong impact to the surgical site may cause bleeding or hematoma.Irritating the surgical site or receiving a strong impact may cause bleeding or hematoma. Please avoid actions that put pressure on the face (straining during vomiting or bowel movements, coughing, sneezing, bending your head down, etc.).
There may be reduced sensation in the cheeks, lips, or teeth.There may be reduced sensation in the cheeks, lips, or teeth. However, this gradually improves over 1–2 months at the shortest and up to a year at the longest, so there is no need to worry.
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Swelling care
After surgery, swelling or bruising may move downward and descend as far as below the neck.Swelling or residual tissue may look asymmetrical, but it returns to symmetry once the swelling has fully subsided, so there is no need to worry.
Apply warm/cold compresses at the appropriate times after surgery.Cold compresses are recommended for the first 3 days after surgery while the face is swollen. They help prevent bleeding and reduce swelling. From day 4 after surgery, warm compresses are recommended for effective management of swelling and bruising. Because sensation in the face is dulled, please be careful of frostbite or burns from compress packs.
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Diet
Day after surgery – 1 week after surgeryFor one week from the day after surgery, eat thin porridge-type foods and do not use a straw.
1–4 weeks after surgery (6 weeks for cheekbone surgery)From 1 to 4 weeks after surgery, you may eat regular meals but only soft foods. Avoid hard and chewy foods. ※ Foods to avoid: meat (except finely minced meat), cubed radish kimchi, seasoned vegetables (cut kimchi and vegetables into small pieces), squid, dried fish, rice cakes, gum, candy, nuts, etc.
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How to wear the facial band
Please wear it for 3 days after surgery.Wear it for 3 days after surgery; you do not need to fasten the band too tightly or wear it 24 hours a day.
From day 4 to 1 week after surgery, do not wear it and leave the area open.
From 1 week to 1 month after surgery, wear the band intermittently.Wearing the band intermittently from 1 to 4 weeks after surgery helps the skin contract (especially after chin surgery), but it is not essential.
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Additional notes for cheekbone surgery
If you had cheekbone surgery, please be sure to follow the precautions below.Please refrain from blowing your nose and opening your mouth wide (more than three fingers' width) for 6 weeks. However, keep opening your mouth to a natural degree to prevent adhesion of the jaw joint. Also, if the dressing at the sideburn incision gets wet, simply replace it with another bandage.
