Treatment Overview
Cheek-to-Jaw Contouring Surgery is a comprehensive facial sculpting procedure that reshapes the mid-face (cheeks) and lower-face (jawline) to create a harmonious, slim, and balanced facial appearance. By reducing cheek width and refining the jaw angle and chin, this surgery provides a naturally elegant, V-shaped facial profile.
In Korea, surgeons utilize advanced 3D facial imaging, precision osteotomy techniques, and minimally invasive approaches to ensure optimal results. The procedure can be combined with chin augmentation, fat reduction, or zygoma contouring for a complete facial makeover.
Purpose & Benefits
- Reduces prominent cheeks and wide jaw angles
- Creates a slimmer, more proportionate facial contour
- Enhances facial symmetry and balance
- Provides a naturally soft, elegant, and youthful V-shaped face
- Can be combined with other facial contouring procedures for full-face harmony
Ideal Candidates
- Individuals with wide cheeks, square jawline, or bulky mid- and lower-face
- Patients seeking a V-shaped or oval facial profile
- Adults in good health with realistic expectations
- Those desiring permanent structural improvement
- Patients looking for combination procedures for overall facial balance
Possible Risks & Complications
- Temporary swelling, bruising, or numbness
- Mild jaw or cheek discomfort
- Infection or hematoma (rare)
- Asymmetry if bone reduction is uneven
- Rare need for revision surgery
Surgical Techniques Used
- Zygoma (Cheekbone) Reduction/Osteotomy – Slims the mid-face
- Mandibular Angle Reduction – Refines the jawline
- Chin Contouring (Genioplasty) – Optional enhancement for balanced lower-face
- Combination with Buccal Fat Removal or Fat Grafting – Softens facial features
- 3D Imaging & Preoperative Planning – Ensures precise, symmetrical, and natural results
Recovery & Aftercare
- Swelling and bruising for 2–3 weeks
- Mild cheek or jaw discomfort managed with medications
- Soft diet for 1–2 weeks; avoid heavy chewing
- Follow-up visits to monitor healing, bone alignment, and symmetry
- Most patients return to work within 2 weeks; final results visible in 1–3 months
Results & Longevity
- Slimmer, proportionate, and harmonious facial profile
- Permanent structural correction of cheek and jaw contours
- Enhanced facial balance and natural V-shaped appearance
- Long-lasting, stable results
Treatment Process in Korea
Step-by-Step:
- Consultation & 3D Imaging – Assess mid- and lower-face width and proportions
- Customized Surgical Plan – Determine the extent of zygoma reduction, jawline contouring, and combination procedures
- Surgery – Performed under general anesthesia with precise osteotomy and contouring
- Recovery & Aftercare – Swelling managed with medications, cold compresses, and dietary guidance
- Follow-Up Visits – Monitor healing, symmetry, and natural facial contours
Why Korea?
- Surgeons are highly skilled in full-face contouring and cheek-to-jaw sculpting
- Advanced 3D planning ensures precise and natural results
- Focus on proportionate, harmonious, and elegant facial aesthetics
- Comprehensive post-operative care programs optimize recovery and minimize complications
Cost Range in Korea
The cost for Cheek-to-Jaw Contouring Surgery in Korea generally ranges from ₩15,000,000 – ₩35,000,000 KRW (approx. $11,000 – $25,000 USD), depending on:
- Surgeon’s expertise and clinic reputation
- Complexity of cheek and jaw contouring
- Inclusion of combination procedures (chin augmentation, fat removal, zygoma reduction)
- Inclusion of post-operative care and follow-ups
Global Price Comparison:
- USA & Europe: $15,000 – $30,000
- Japan: $12,000 – $28,000
- Korea: $11,000 – $25,000 (often includes 3D planning and comprehensive aftercare)
Popular Clinics in Korea
- ID Hospital – Experts in full-face and cheek-to-jaw contouring
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery – Known for natural facial sculpting
- JW Plastic Surgery – Advanced 3D precision techniques for mid- and lower-face
- View Plastic Surgery – Comprehensive facial contouring planning
- Regen Plastic Surgery – Combination procedures for optimal facial balance
