Facial Contouring Surgery: The Face Shape Criteria That Make a Significant Difference in Results

Contouring surgery is a surgery where expectations for the results are as high as the determination.

However, the extent of change can vary greatly depending on the facial shape.

If you are considering surgery, it is important to first know whether your face is a good candidate for the procedure and what the limitations are.

What face shape is most effective after facial contouring surgery?

The effectiveness of contouring surgery depends on the degree of bone protrusion and the overall proportions of the face.

✔ When the effect of the surgery is significant

• A face with a prominent cheekbone

• A face with a relatively small skull

Jaw reduction surgery is a surgery that creates lines by organizing protruding contours.
If you have a large head, the change in contour may be relatively less noticeable.

✔ Cases where square jaw surgery is effective

• If the jaw angle is distinct

• If you have a thin neck and wide jawbones

• The wider the face appears when viewed from the front or side,

The purpose of square jaw surgery is to reduce the angle and create a softer impression.
The larger the angle and width, the greater the perceived change.

⚠ Limitations that must be checked before contouring surgery

❗ Why is nerve location important?

When performing square jaw surgery, the location of the nerve lines passing through the inside of the jawbone may limit the scope of the surgery.

• Nerve lines cannot be seen with the naked eye

• Location and distance can only be confirmed through CT scan

• The lower the nerve line, the more limited the resection range.

Situations that may arise when there are restrictions

• Some bones may appear relatively large

• The center of gravity may be tilted to one side, preventing the desired jawline from appearing.

• Possibility of dissatisfaction with the results

👍 In case of less nerve line restrictions

• If the nerve line is in a high position
  → There are also cases where the scope of resection is less restricted and a result closer to the desired contour is achieved.

Summary: When it comes to contouring surgery, 'checking the conditions' comes before expectations.

• Contouring surgery does not guarantee the same changes to all faces.

• The degree of protrusion of the cheekbones and square jaw + the proportions of the face determine the effectiveness.

• Confirming the location of the nerve line with CT is an essential element of judgment.

• Having realistic expectations before surgery can determine your satisfaction with the results.

✍️ If you are considering contouring surgery, first checking “what conditions does my face meet” will help reduce unnecessary expectations and serve as a starting point for making a choice.