Treatment Overview
Composite Jaw Reduction is a comprehensive surgical procedure designed to reshape the lower face by simultaneously reducing the mandibular angle and jaw body. This dual approach effectively slims a wide, square, or bulky lower face, creating a softer, more feminine, and balanced facial profile. By addressing multiple structural aspects of the jaw in one procedure, it provides a permanent and natural-looking improvement.
In Korea, this surgery is performed using high-precision osteotomy techniques, 3D facial imaging, and minimally invasive methods, which allow surgeons to achieve optimal symmetry and proportion. Composite jaw reduction can also be combined with chin contouring, cheek reduction, or facial fat removal to enhance overall facial harmony. Korean surgeons are known for their meticulous attention to detail and focus on natural, aesthetic results, making Korea a top destination for lower-face sculpting procedures.
Purpose & Benefits
The main goals of composite jaw reduction are:
- Slimming the lower face by reducing the width of the jawline
- Softening prominent jaw angles to create a more elegant facial contour
- Enhancing facial symmetry and balance for a harmonious profile
- Providing a natural V-line or oval facial shape, which is widely desired in aesthetic standards
- Facilitating combination procedures, such as chin augmentation or buccal fat removal, for comprehensive facial reshaping
This surgery not only improves aesthetics but also boosts confidence, particularly for patients who feel their lower face is disproportionately wide or masculine.
Ideal Candidates
Composite jaw reduction is suitable for:
- Individuals with a square, wide, or prominent lower jaw
- Patients seeking a softer and slimmer facial appearance
- Adults in good general health with realistic expectations
- Those interested in permanent structural improvements rather than temporary cosmetic enhancements
- Patients looking to combine jaw reduction with other facial contouring procedures for overall balance
Possible Risks & Complications
As with any surgery, composite jaw reduction carries some potential risks, including:
- Temporary swelling, bruising, or numbness around the jaw
- Mild discomfort or tightness during jaw movement
- Infection or hematoma (rare)
- Minor asymmetry if bone reduction is uneven
- Rarely, the need for revision surgery to achieve optimal symmetry
Korean surgeons take great care to minimize these risks through precise preoperative planning, advanced surgical techniques, and close post-operative monitoring.
Surgical Techniques Used
- Mandibular Angle Reduction – Carefully reshapes the jaw angle for a slimmer appearance
- Mandibular Body Contouring – Reduces the lower jaw width and smooths contours
- Chin Contouring (Genioplasty) – Optional procedure to balance the lower face
- Combination with Cheek or Buccal Fat Reduction – Enhances harmony between mid- and lower-face
- 3D Imaging & Preoperative Planning – Ensures precision, symmetry, and natural results
Recovery & Aftercare
- Swelling and bruising typically last 2–3 weeks
- Mild jaw discomfort is managed with prescribed pain medications
- Patients are advised to maintain a soft diet for 1–2 weeks and avoid strenuous jaw activity
- Follow-up visits monitor healing, bone alignment, and symmetry
- Most patients return to work within 2 weeks, with final results visible in 1–3 months
Results & Longevity
- A slimmer, more proportionate lower face
- Permanent structural correction of the jaw angle and body
- A natural, harmonious V-line or oval-shaped facial contour
- Long-lasting results with minimal maintenance
Treatment Process in Korea
- Consultation & 3D Imaging – Surgeons evaluate jaw angle, jaw body, and facial proportions
- Customized Surgical Plan – Determines extent of bone reduction and combination procedures
- Surgery – Performed under general anesthesia; precision osteotomy reshapes the jaw
- Recovery & Aftercare – Cold compresses, medications, and dietary guidance manage swelling and healing
- Follow-Up Visits – Ensure symmetry, natural contour, and optimal recovery
Why Korea?
- Surgeons are highly skilled in composite jaw reduction and lower-face sculpting
- Use of advanced 3D planning ensures natural, symmetrical results
- Focus on proportionate, aesthetically pleasing, and harmonious facial structures
- Comprehensive post-operative care optimizes recovery and minimizes complications
Cost Range in Korea
The procedure generally costs ₩18,000,000 – ₩35,000,000 KRW (approx. $13,500 – $26,000 USD), depending on:
- Surgeon expertise and clinic reputation
- Complexity of jaw angle and body reduction
- Combination with other facial procedures (chin, cheek, fat removal)
- Inclusion of post-operative care and follow-ups
Popular Clinics:
- ID Hospital – Experts in composite jaw reduction and facial contouring
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery – Precise, natural lower-face reshaping
- JW Plastic Surgery – Advanced 3D planning and minimally invasive techniques
- View Plastic Surgery – Comprehensive lower-face sculpting
- Regen Plastic Surgery – Combination procedures for optimal facial harmony
