Key Points at a Glance ๐
Reshape your facial structure for a slimmer, more balanced facial proportion.
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Cheekbones & square jaw, balanced together Facial Contouring Surgery
Wan Plastic Surgery
TWO AREAS, ONE OUTLINE Your face outline is shaped by cheekbones and jaw
Prominent cheekbones can make the face look wide, and an angular jaw can make it look strong. Facial contouring adjusts the bone that shapes each area so the whole outline reads softer and better balanced.
| category | title | description |
|---|---|---|
| UPPER ยท MIDDLE FACE | Cheekbone Reduction | Adjusts the position and volume of protruding cheekbones for a gentler face line from the front and side. |
| LOWER FACE | Square Jaw Surgery | Refines the angle and thickness of the jawbone so the line from below the ear to the chin looks smoother. |
Each can be done on its own, or planned together for overall proportion.
POINT 01 ยท DIAGNOSIS The plan follows your bone shape
The range and position of the bone work depend on how each area has developed โ so the method differs from person to person.
Cheekbone types
| label | type | description |
|---|---|---|
| A | 45ยฐ (front) cheekbone | The front cheekbone stands out and the face looks wide from the front. Planned to soften the frontal impression. |
| B | Side cheekbone (zygomatic arch) | Prominent from the side and at an angle. The side contour is tidied while keeping the face line continuous. |
| C | Combined type | Front and side cheekbones both stand out. Matching front and side proportions together is the key. |
Jaw types
| label | type | description |
|---|---|---|
| D | Prominent jaw angle | The back corner of the jaw sticks out and the side profile looks strong. Softening the side jawline is the focus. |
| E | Wide lower face | The lower face looks broad and heavy from the front. Its width is refined for a more balanced look. |
| F | Jawline correction | Both the angle and the line stand out, making a soft face line hard to achieve. The line all the way to the chin is considered. |
POINT 02 ยท CHEEKBONE REDUCTION Four steps to a smoother mid-face
After locating the prominent areas and planning the range, the bone is reshaped so the face line settles naturally.
| step | title | description |
|---|---|---|
| Step 01 | Reduce the MMP | The most projecting point of the cheekbone (MMP) is cut and reduced. |
| Step 02 | Front & side osteotomy | The 45ยฐ cheekbone is removed and the side cheekbone is cut diagonally. |
| Step 03 | Shape the rear line | After a diagonal cut at the rear of the arch, shaving creates a smooth line. |
| Step 04 | Secure with plates | The repositioned bone is additionally fixed with plates and screws. |
POINT 03 ยท SQUARE JAW SURGERY The right approach for your lower face
An angular lower face can come from bone angle, bone thickness, fat or muscle. The approach is chosen โ or combined โ to match the cause.
| Option | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Option 01 | Long curved osteotomy | Smooths the jawline from the angle below the ear to the chin, easing an angular, heavy lower face. |
| Option 02 | Outer cortex reduction | When thick outer bone widens the lower face from the front, trimming it gives a slimmer frontal look. |
| Option 03 | Buccal fat removal | Considered when inner cheek fat makes the lower face look heavy โ reducing it helps the jawline look crisper. |
| Option 04 | Masseter reduction | When a developed chewing muscle widens the jaw, reducing its volume leads to a softer lower face. |
PROCEDURE INFO At a Glance
- Surgery Time
- ~1 hour
- Anesthesia
- Sleep Sedation
- Recovery
- ~2 weeks
- Stitch Removal
- ~Day 7
- Follow-up Visits
- ~3 times
* Per procedure (cheekbone or square jaw). Surgery time and recovery may vary depending on the extent of correction and individual condition. Anesthesia and follow-up schedule are explained during consultation.
Sound familiar? When facial contouring may help
- 01 Cheekbones stick out sideways and the face looks wide
- 02 Cheekbones project at 45ยฐ and give a strong impression
- 03 The lower face looks wide from the front
- 04 A strong jaw angle makes you look harsh
- 05 The jawline looks bumpy and needs tidying
- 06 Left-right cheekbones or jaw look uneven
- 07 You want a line that fits your proportions, not an extreme reduction
A proper diagnosis during consultation decides which procedure โ or combination โ fits you.
Why choose Wan? Led by a board-certified plastic surgeon
Dr. Kiwan Kim
Representative Director ยท Board-certified Plastic Surgeon Experienced in complex rhinoplasty, revision & facial contouring
- Former Fellow, Dept. of Plastic Surgery, Seoul National University Hospital
- Clinical training, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, The University of Tokyo
- Member, Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Member, Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Contouring isn't about making a face smaller at any cost. We plan around your bone shape and facial proportions across cheekbones and jaw so the result looks balanced โ and still like you.
WAN CARE SYSTEM From consultation to full recovery
We guide you through every step, with care standards tailored to your condition and surgical plan.
01 1:1 Personalized Diagnosis
We check your current condition and desired change together to set clear goals โ reviewing not only appearance but also structure and tissue. Possible results, limitations and recovery schedule are all explained.
02 Step-by-Step Surgical Checks
Each stage is checked against the plan. We review left-right balance, line continuity and the risk of over-correction, repeating mid-surgery checks with the long-term result in mind.
03 Recovery Care Guidance
We explain precautions and care for each stage of recovery, including swelling and when to return to daily life. Follow-up visits keep your recovery on track, and the plan is adjusted if needed.
WAN. INTERIOR A space designed for your comfort
Our clinic was designed not just to look good, but so that the time you spend here feels comfortable. Private spaces let you focus on your own story.
์์ฑ์ฑํ์ธ๊ณผ WAN Plastic Surgery
- Address
- 3F, Bldg A, 509 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul ์์ธํน๋ณ์ ์์ด๊ตฌ ๊ฐ๋จ๋๋ก 509, A๋ 3์ธต
- Hours
- Mon ยท Tue ยท Wed ยท Fri 10:00 โ 19:00 Sat 10:00 โ 16:00 Closed on Thursdays and Sundays
- Subway
- Nonhyeon Stn. (Line 7 / Shinbundang) Exit 4, 3 min walk Sinnonhyeon Stn. (Line 9) Exit 2, 5 min walk
- Parking
- Mechanical parking available (behind the building)
Please note
- Results vary by individual. Side effects such as swelling, bruising, asymmetry, inflammation or scarring may occur after surgery. Please consult with a specialist before deciding on a procedure.
