Surgery time
Around 1~1.5 hour
Anesthesia type
General anesthesia
Hospitalization
1 night
Face wash & make up application
3 days after surgery
Post surgery check-up
2 times (depending on the patient's condition)
Stitches removal
14 days after surgery
Angular jaw correction
A simple and smooth process—minimal swelling and quick recovery! The causes behind an undefined, strong, and asymmetrical jaw can be divided into four categories: an angular lower jaw (below the ear area), a wide or thick cortical bone (dense outer surface of the bone), overdeveloped jaw muscles, or fat accumulation. Patients may have one or a combination of these issues. In order to be able to deliver not only side profile but also front profile improvement, rather than simply shaving the jawbone, it is key to diagnose the root cause and create an effective surgical plan based on the individual case.
Difference between previous surgery method and current method used by Docfinderkorea’s partner clinics
Process of angular jaw correction surgery
- Long Curve Mandibular Osteotomy The jaw can appear strong and square-like due to the angle of the mandibular bone, also known as the lower jaw. The jawbone below the ear is smoothly shaved and reduced to create a slender jawline side profile
- Cortical Bone Osteotomy Cortical bone is jaw bone’s outer layer. A thick cortical bone can cause the face to appear larger and wider. Trimming the outer area can form a balanced jawline and smaller front profile
- Masseter Muscle Reduction The masseter muscle that surrounds the jawbone becomes over-developed from chewing or grinding the teeth. By permanently reducing the muscle, the jawline becomes soft and smooth
- Buccal Pad Removal Fat accumulating around the jaw can cause a square or chubby look. Without using any invasive procedures: laser liposuction can dissolve the fat to form a slimmer-looking face
Angular jaw correction surgery is recommended for those who
- Have strong lower jaw muscles, resulting in a bulky jaw
- Have a puffy jaw with excess fat gathered around it
- Have a severe angular jaw, creating too strong of a look
- Have wide jawbones that make the face look large and wide from the front
- Have an asymmetrical jaw that makes the face look unbalanced
Docfinderkorea can arrange the most suitable surgery specialist so you can have satisfactory transformation with minimal incisions, minimal tissue damage and surgery done in minimal time
- The incision is made inside the mouth to prevent visible scarring
- All four core issues (bone structure, bone outer layer, muscle, fat) can be fixed in one surgery
- Minimal incisions for faster recovery
- Enhance your front and side profile facial contour altogether
After angular jaw correction in Korea
More before and after pictures
Great improvement can be expected if this surgery is performed together with:
Reminder: The pictures posted are for your reference only. The result may vary depending on individual conditions.