Making Angular Face Shapes Smoother with Korean Cheekbone Reduction Surgery!

 Making Angular Face Shapes Smoother with Korean Cheekbone Reduction Surgery!

A good first impression and a soft image generally have positive effects in various situations. Such a good first impression and soft demeanor often come from well-balanced facial features like eyes, nose, and mouth. However, what's equally important in shaping one's image are facial contours, particularly the jaw and cheekbones. Among these, if the cheekbones located at the center of the face are too protruding, even well-defined features can't prevent an angular and rugged appearance.

Such pronounced cheekbones are commonly found among East Asians.  In cases where the cheekbones are excessively prominent, the face often appears broader and may give off an intense or harsh impression, becoming a point of insecurity for some. Generally, the cause of such protruding cheekbones is not muscle or fat tissue but rather the bone structure itself, or sometimes a congenital condition where the cheekbones are particularly prominent. So today, we're going to explore Cheekbone Reduction Surgery for those who find their prominent cheekbones to be a complex.

What is Cheekbone Reduction Surgery?

Cheekbone Reduction Surgery is a surgical method that adjusts protruding cheekbones to harmonize with the overall facial proportions, resulting in a softer impression and smoother face shape. This procedure is important in cases where the cheekbones are noticeably prominent when the face is turned completely to the side or viewed from the front or a 45-degree angle, as it involves altering the bone line to improve the appearance. Since the prominence of the cheekbones can vary—being either frontal, at a 45-degree angle, or lateral—it's important to proceed with a surgery tailored to each individual for effective facial contouring.

Typically, having a moderate amount of volume in the frontal cheekbones can make the face look more three-dimensional and even give a younger appearance. However, if the side or 45-degree cheekbones are the cause of an older and broader face appearance, it is crucial to properly diagnose the degree and scope of their prominence before planning a reduction surgery to achieve satisfying results.

In cases where the lateral cheekbones are prominent, an incision is made from inside the mouth to reshape the bone into an "L" shape, pushing it inward. This creates a narrowing effect when viewed from the front, reducing the width of the face.

On the other hand, if only the 45-degree cheekbones are developed, a minimal incision can be made in the inner scalp area in front of the ear to shave or cut the cheekbones, making the overall facial contour smoother. A key point here is that for 45-degree cheekbones, the body of the cheekbone is the developed area, and the surgery aims to create a seamless transition in volume alongside the bone cutting.

As such, Cheekbone Reduction Surgery is not just about shaving down the bone, but rather it involves repositioning the cheekbones to create an overall harmony and balance, resulting in a softer and smoother face shape. Both bone cutting and contouring are involved in the surgical process. There may be cases where the frontal cheekbones need to be reduced or where creating a bone flap and rotating or moving it may be more helpful than outright bone removal, so a careful approach is needed.

Before surgery, it is essential to use 3D CT scans to meticulously examine everything from the surface of the face to the soft tissue underneath, and then establish a systematic plan based on the positions of the nerves and the extent of bone cutting required. Additionally, the outcome can vary based on the skill, know-how, and clinical experience of the surgeon, so it's advisable to consult thoroughly and get diagnosed by a medical team with extensive experience before making any surgical plans.

Also, as the surgery is generally performed under general anesthesia, it's important to scrutinize not only the availability of the anesthesiologist and medical staff but also post-operative care plans for your skin and facial contours. This helps ensure proper recovery and the best outcome for achieving a softer facial appearance.