Side Effects and Complications
Infection: If strict aseptic principles are not followed during surgery or if postoperative care is inadequate, wound infection may occur. Infection can cause local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms. In severe cases, it may affect the surgical outcome and prolong recovery time.
Facial asymmetry: If the surgeon inaccurately determines the amount of bone removal or performs inconsistent procedures on both sides during surgery, facial asymmetry may occur postoperatively. This condition may require corrective surgery.
Unsatisfactory results: Due to individual differences in facial bone structure and skin elasticity, surgical outcomes may not fully meet patient expectations. For example, the chin line may appear insufficiently smooth, or the V-line shape may not be sufficiently prominent.
Bleeding and hematoma: Bleeding may occur during surgery. If hemostasis is not complete, a hematoma may form postoperatively. Hematoma can cause local swelling, intensified pain, and impaired wound healing.
Nerve damage: Although the surgery is performed with maximum effort to avoid the mandibular nerve, there remains a risk of nerve injury. Nerve damage may lead to abnormal facial sensation, numbness, or motor dysfunction of facial muscles.