Treatment Overview
Jawline contouring combined with a Deep Plane Facelift is a powerful anti-aging and facial sculpting procedure. While the Deep Plane Facelift repositions the skin, SMAS, and deep facial tissues for natural rejuvenation, jawline contouring refines the bone structure, fat distribution, and muscle definition to create a sharp, youthful V-line appearance. Together, these techniques correct both sagging skin and structural imbalance, delivering comprehensive facial harmony.
Purpose & Benefits
This combination treatment addresses two of the most common concerns patients have: sagging due to aging and lack of jawline definition. Benefits include:
- Lifting and tightening sagging skin around the jawline and neck.
- Eliminating jowls and heavy lower-face appearance.
- Enhancing jawline definition for a more sculpted, youthful contour.
- Balancing the midface, lower face, and neck for natural harmony.
- Long-lasting results that age gracefully.
Ideal Candidates
The procedure is ideal for individuals in their 40s to 70s who not only struggle with sagging skin and jowls but also desire a more refined, defined jawline. It is especially suited for patients with:
- Weak or recessed jawline structure.
- Heavy jowls that obscure the jawline.
- Desire for both rejuvenation and aesthetic enhancement in one surgery.
Possible Risks & Complications
As with any surgical procedure, potential risks include swelling, bruising, numbness, hematoma, or infection. Since jawline contouring may involve bone shaving, fat removal, or muscle adjustment, additional risks can include asymmetry or prolonged swelling. In skilled hands, serious complications are rare.
Surgical Techniques Used
Jawline contouring in combination with a Deep Plane Facelift may include:
- Deep Plane Facelift: Releasing and repositioning deep ligaments and tissues for natural lifting.
- Jawline Contouring: Techniques may include mandibular angle reduction, chin reshaping, buccal fat removal, or liposuction under the chin.
- Neck Lift: Often performed simultaneously for a smooth jaw–neck transition.
In Korea, surgeons are renowned for using scar-minimizing incisions, 3D facial scanning, and customized surgical planning to create a natural and balanced lower-face contour.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery typically takes 2–4 weeks depending on the extent of jawline contouring. Swelling and bruising are common but subside with time. Patients usually return to daily activities within 3 weeks, though final results become visible after 2–4 months once tissues fully heal. Korean clinics often provide advanced aftercare such as lymphatic drainage, laser treatments, and anti-swelling injections to speed recovery.
Results & Longevity
The combined procedure offers dramatic, long-lasting results. Patients experience a youthful, defined jawline, lifted midface, and smoother neck contour. Results typically last 10–15 years, with the jawline retaining a sculpted appearance far beyond what a facelift alone could achieve.
Treatment Process in Korea
Korea is considered a top destination for combined facial rejuvenation and contouring surgeries. The country is famous for its jawline contouring expertise, particularly the popular V-line surgery, and has become equally renowned for advanced Deep Plane Facelifts. Korean surgeons specialize in blending structural contouring with anti-aging surgery to achieve results that are natural, harmonious, and scar-minimized. Patients also benefit from state-of-the-art medical facilities, English-speaking care coordinators, and luxury recovery services, making Korea one of the most sought-after locations for this combined procedure.
Cost Range
The cost of Jawline Contouring with a Deep Plane Facelift in Korea generally ranges from USD $18,000 to $35,000, depending on the complexity of jawline contouring, surgeon expertise, and whether additional procedures such as fat grafting or a neck lift are included. Compared to similar procedures in the US or Europe, Korea offers competitive pricing with world-class results.
Popular Clinics in Korea
Clinics known for excellence in both facelift surgery and jawline contouring include ID Hospital, Banobagi Plastic Surgery, JW Plastic Surgery, and View Plastic Surgery. These centers are internationally recognized for advanced anti-aging procedures and facial contouring techniques, particularly among medical tourists seeking safe, natural, and transformative results.
