What is V Line Square Jaw Reduction?
It refers to the changes made to the patient’s jaw in order to make it more v-shaped. Specifically, this change is best noticed on the patient’s chin, because it gives it a more prominent v-shape than it had before. V-line surgery in Korea is different for each patient, because while the end result is to make a v-shape, each patient’s starting look is very different. Some people have broad or flat chins, long and short faces, facial asymmetries, and other features that are different for everyone. Because of this, the doctor must plan the procedure separately for each patient so that the correct changes can be made.
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The procedure begins with a clean cut and removal of the bone. Once this is done, the surgeon begins safely narrowing the chin according to the previously defined instructions of the patient. This part of the procedure does not cause any damage to the facial nerves and is very safe. When the correct shape of the chin has been reached, the remaining portion of the mandible (jaw bone)
What is V Line Surgery?
Medically speaking, it consists of two procedures: mandible reduction + genioplasty. In other words, square/wide jaw line reduction and chin surgery will be performed together in order to create the most beautiful, slim, and balanced jaw line from every angle.
Patients who wish for a more petite, feminine, and/or balanced facial contour are recommended to undergo this surgery.
Isn't facial bone surgery dangerous?
Unlike other small clinics, GNG Hospital is a hospital-level facility and accredited by the Korean government. We conduct medical examinations covering about 50 different areas from blood, heart, lung, chest, liver, and more, to ensure the safest surgery possible. In addition, we will take a panoramic 3D CT X Ray scan to find the exact location of the nerves in your face. For V Line surgery, there are two around the chin area that should never be touched, so the doctors find them to avoid any complications. The surgery will be about three hours and you will be sedated completely under general anesthesia. Through osteotomy they will cut and shave the bone according to how you want it and according to their professional opinion based on the harmony of your facial structure~ Incisions will be made in the mouth along the gumline, so you don't need to worry about scars.
How long is the recovery period for facial bone contouring?
Post-op examination check-ups will be required every few days, but you can go back to your daily life within two to three days following the surgery.
Major bruising will be gone by the one week mark, but the patient should expect to be public-eye ready by the 12th day post-op. However some swelling will still be present.
The patient will also be instructed to adhere from any salty, spicy, greasy, and oily foods and will also be instructed to sleep with his/her head elevated above their heart in order to minimize any unnecessary additional welling.
Is the hospitalization necessary?
Hospitalization is not necessary, but foreigner patients will be hospitalized for two nights and monitored around the clock for the first night to ensure the patient's safest and full recovery from the anesthesia once they are discharged.
My jaw is actually not square-shaped, but not very slim either. What surgery do I need?
Mini V Line Surgery is ideal for patients who have a slim jaw line but wide, short, long, or receded chin.
Mini v line surgery basically deals with the tip of chin and part of the mandible. A patient's chin will be cut in T shape (T-osteotomy), and the middle bone will be removed and side bones will be fixed with titanium pins. The sides bone can be cut in different extent to correct asymmetry. Also, when the gathered side bone is attached to the upper bone, it can repositioned forward or b
ackward - this is how mini v line surgery corrects a receding chin or mandibular prognathism (protruding chin).
What is cheekbone reduction and why do we need it?
Zygoma is composed of three parts: frontal, 45 degree, and side cheekbone. Frontal cheekbone is untouchable because important nerves go through these areas. Many other plastic hospitals make a cut on 45 degree zygoma close to side zygoma, so the most protruding parts usually remain. However, GNG hospital cut zygoma as L shape, covering up the overall 45 degree zygoma, so protruding zygoma can be effectively reduced.
How long do I need to stay in Korea?
For most facial bone contouring surgery, the patient can expect to stay in Korea for about 14-15 days following the surgery date. This will be enough time for the patient to follow up on all post-op treatments and remove the stitches in Korea.
If the patient wants to leave quickly, then we recommend that the patient stays at least 7-8 days from the surgery date, but will be required to remove the stitches in their own country on the third week post-op. Additional charges may apply.
I hear Botox can make my jaw look slimmer. Do I still need surgery?
If your jaw looks wide due to strong masseter muscle, you would benefit from Botox. Most people don't know, but people who appear to have a wide or big face isn't always because of facial bone problem. It is quite common for overgrowth of muscles to give the face a wider, more broad appeal. In this case, botox injection is what the patient will need in order to soften and slim down the jaw line, not facial bone contouring surgery.
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