Cheekbone reduction surgery

Treatment Effects

Short-term effects: A reduction in the cheekbone area can be observed immediately after surgery. However, significant swelling and bruising on the face at this stage may affect the assessment of the final outcome. Generally, swelling subsides within 1 to 2 weeks post-surgery, allowing for an initial evaluation of the improvement in facial contours.

Long-term effects: As swelling completely resolves (typically requiring 3 to 6 months), facial contours become softer and more balanced. Issues related to overly high or wide cheekbones are effectively addressed, resulting in a more refined and aesthetically pleasing face shape, thereby enhancing overall facial beauty and elegance.

Is This Suitable for Me?

The following groups are generally suitable for cheekbone reduction surgery:

• Individuals with overly high or wide cheekbones that create a rigid facial contour, lack softness, and negatively affect facial aesthetics.
• Individuals experiencing psychological distress due to cheekbone issues, dissatisfied with their appearance, and seeking improvement.
• Healthy individuals without contraindications such as severe cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, blood disorders, etc., and who can tolerate surgery.
• Individuals typically between the ages of 18 and 50, as this age group generally has better physical function and stronger postoperative recovery capabilities.

Select Equipment

- Advanced imaging equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT devices clearly visualize the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and spatial relationship of the patient's zygoma with surrounding tissues. This facilitates the development of more precise surgical plans.

- Professional surgical instruments: Including bone saws, chisels, burrs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality surgical instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and enhancing both safety and surgical outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric burrs allows for more accurate reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural aesthetic outcomes.

Select Equipment

- Advanced Imaging Equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT equipment clearly visualizes the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and relationship of the zygoma with surrounding tissues to formulate more precise surgical plans.

- Professional Surgical Instruments: Including bone saws, osteotomes, rotary burs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and enhancing surgical safety and outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric rotary burs allows for more precise reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural surgical results.

Price

The price of zygoma reduction surgery varies based on multiple factors, typically ranging from approximately 2,400,000 to 8,000,000 South Korean won. Specific factors influencing the cost include:

- Regional differences: Surgery prices in first-tier cities and economically developed regions are generally higher than in second- or third-tier cities due to higher medical costs and living expenses in these areas.

- Hospital tier and surgeon credentials: Large tier-three hospitals or renowned plastic surgery clinics tend to charge higher fees, and surgeons with extensive experience and advanced technical skills also command higher prices.

- Surgical technique: Different zygoma reduction methods, such as zygoma bone shaving or zygoma osteotomy, have varying costs. Generally, osteotomy procedures are more complex and risky, resulting in higher prices.

- Individual patient conditions: The complexity of a patient's zygoma structure and the difficulty of the procedure also affect pricing. More complex cases requiring advanced surgical techniques may incur higher costs.

Expected Outcomes

Patients should communicate thoroughly with their surgeon to understand the potential results of the procedure. The surgery primarily aims to address issues of excessively high or wide cheekbones but cannot completely alter the overall facial aesthetic. Outcomes will also be influenced by individual bone structure, other facial features, and post-operative recovery.

The expected result should be a natural and harmonious improvement in facial contours, rather than pursuing unrealistic perfection. For instance, post-surgery cheekbones will not disappear entirely but will be reduced within a reasonable range to harmonize with the rest of the face.

Combination Therapy

- Combined with Mandibular Angle Contouring: For patients with a significantly wide overall facial contour, performing cheekbone reduction surgery in conjunction with mandibular angle contouring provides a more comprehensive improvement in facial shape, resulting in a more refined and petite appearance that achieves a heart-shaped or oval face.

- Combined with Facial Fat Grafting: After cheekbone reduction, localized facial hollowing may occur. In such cases, combining the procedure with facial fat grafting—such as filling the temples or cheeks—can restore fullness and roundness to the face, enhancing its three-dimensionality and aesthetic appeal.

- Combined with Injectables: To further improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles post-surgery, treatments using botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid injections can be combined. Botulinum toxin relaxes the masseter muscles to soften facial lines, while hyaluronic acid fills depressions and boosts skin hydration, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.

Side Effects and Complications

- Bleeding and Hematoma: Incomplete hemostasis during surgery may lead to postoperative bleeding and hematoma formation. Minor hematomas can be absorbed spontaneously, whereas severe hematomas may require surgical removal.

- Infection: If the surgical incision becomes infected, it may cause local redness, swelling, pain, and fever. Severe infections can impair wound healing and even lead to surgical failure. Therefore, strict adherence to medical advice for anti-infective treatment and wound care is essential after surgery.

- Facial Nerve Damage: The area surrounding the zygomatic bone is rich in nerves. Accidental injury to these nerves during surgery may result in facial sensory abnormalities such as numbness, tingling, or unnatural facial expressions. Most nerve injuries are temporary and improve gradually with recovery, though a small number of cases may lead to permanent nerve damage.

- Bilateral Asymmetry: Inconsistent treatment of the zygomatic bones on both sides during surgery, or differing postoperative recovery patterns, may result in facial asymmetry. Mild asymmetry can often be corrected with revision surgery, while severe asymmetry can significantly compromise the surgical outcome and facial aesthetics.

- Poor Bone Healing: Following zygomatic osteotomy, proper bone healing is critical. Inadequate healing may cause zygomatic displacement or facial deformities, necessitating further surgical intervention.

Select Instruments

In addition to the imaging equipment and surgical instruments mentioned earlier, you may also consider the following devices:

- Ultrasonic Bone Cutter: Utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound technology, the ultrasonic bone cutter enables precise bone cutting with minimal damage to surrounding soft tissues. When used in zygomatic reduction surgery, it can reduce intraoperative bleeding and postoperative swelling, thereby enhancing surgical safety and precision.

- Laser Equipment: During surgery, lasers can be employed for hemostasis and cutting, offering advantages such as rapid止血 and precise incisions. Additionally, certain laser devices can be used postoperatively to promote wound healing and minimize scar formation.

Contraindications for the Procedure

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or impaired liver and kidney function. These conditions increase surgical risks and compromise the patient's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with active facial infections: such as acne or abscesses. Surgery could cause the infection to spread, so the procedure should only be considered after the infection has fully resolved.

Patients with psychiatric disorders: those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding the results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form keloids or hypertrophic scars: Post-operative scarring may be noticeable and affect facial aesthetics, requiring careful consideration before proceeding with surgery.

Contraindications for Selecting Procedures

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: Such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or liver and kidney dysfunction. These conditions increase surgical risks and impair the body's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with infectious lesions on the face: Such as acne or furuncles. Surgery could lead to the spread of infection; procedures should be postponed until the infection is fully resolved.

Individuals with mental illness: Those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form scars: Post-surgical scarring may be noticeable and could affect facial aesthetics; these individuals should carefully consider the procedure.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, the following may also occur:

- Swelling and Pain: Post-operative swelling and pain are common side effects, typically most noticeable within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, gradually subsiding over time. Symptoms can be alleviated through ice application and the use of pain medication.

- Skin Laxity: After cheekbone reduction, the facial skin may exhibit a certain degree of laxity. This effect may be more pronounced in older patients or those with poor skin elasticity. The issue of skin laxity can be improved through post-operative skin care, massage, and appropriate exercises.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

Preoperative: If you notice that your cheekbones are significantly higher or wider than other parts of your face, resulting in a rigid facial contour, a face that appears wider from the front, and prominent cheekbones from the side, and you are dissatisfied with your facial contour, you may consider cheekbone reduction surgery. However, suitability for the procedure must be confirmed through a professional assessment by a doctor.

Postoperative: If you experience symptoms such as redness and swelling at the incision site, discharge, fever, worsening pain, increased facial numbness, or noticeable asymmetry between both sides of the face, these may indicate complications such as infection, nerve damage, or bleeding, and you should seek medical attention immediately.

Select Treatment Plan

Based on the patient's facial CT scan results, facial aesthetic standards, and personal needs, the doctor will create a personalized treatment plan. Common surgical procedures include zygoma bone shaving and zygoma osteotomy.

Zygoma bone shaving is suitable for patients with mild zygomatic prominence and thin bone structure. The procedure is relatively simple, causes minimal trauma, and offers a quicker recovery.

Zygoma osteotomy is recommended for patients with severe zygomatic prominence requiring significant reduction. This approach delivers more dramatic results but involves higher surgical complexity and risk, along with a longer recovery period.

Treatment Effects

Short-term effects: A reduction in the cheekbone area can be observed immediately after surgery. However, significant swelling and bruising on the face at this stage may affect the assessment of the final outcome. Generally, swelling subsides within 1 to 2 weeks post-surgery, allowing for an initial evaluation of the improvement in facial contours.

Long-term effects: As swelling completely resolves (typically requiring 3 to 6 months), facial contours become softer and more balanced. Issues related to overly high or wide cheekbones are effectively addressed, resulting in a more refined and aesthetically pleasing face shape, thereby enhancing overall facial beauty and elegance.

Is This Suitable for Me?

The following groups are generally suitable for cheekbone reduction surgery:

• Individuals with overly high or wide cheekbones that create a rigid facial contour, lack softness, and negatively affect facial aesthetics.
• Individuals experiencing psychological distress due to cheekbone issues, dissatisfied with their appearance, and seeking improvement.
• Healthy individuals without contraindications such as severe cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, blood disorders, etc., and who can tolerate surgery.
• Individuals typically between the ages of 18 and 50, as this age group generally has better physical function and stronger postoperative recovery capabilities.

Select Equipment

- Advanced imaging equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT devices clearly visualize the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and spatial relationship of the patient's zygoma with surrounding tissues. This facilitates the development of more precise surgical plans.

- Professional surgical instruments: Including bone saws, chisels, burrs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality surgical instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and enhancing both safety and surgical outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric burrs allows for more accurate reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural aesthetic outcomes.

Select Equipment

- Advanced Imaging Equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT equipment clearly visualizes the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and relationship of the zygoma with surrounding tissues to formulate more precise surgical plans.

- Professional Surgical Instruments: Including bone saws, osteotomes, rotary burs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and enhancing surgical safety and outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric rotary burs allows for more precise reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural surgical results.

Price

The price of zygoma reduction surgery varies based on multiple factors, typically ranging from approximately 2,400,000 to 8,000,000 South Korean won. Specific factors influencing the cost include:

- Regional differences: Surgery prices in first-tier cities and economically developed regions are generally higher than in second- or third-tier cities due to higher medical costs and living expenses in these areas.

- Hospital tier and surgeon credentials: Large tier-three hospitals or renowned plastic surgery clinics tend to charge higher fees, and surgeons with extensive experience and advanced technical skills also command higher prices.

- Surgical technique: Different zygoma reduction methods, such as zygoma bone shaving or zygoma osteotomy, have varying costs. Generally, osteotomy procedures are more complex and risky, resulting in higher prices.

- Individual patient conditions: The complexity of a patient's zygoma structure and the difficulty of the procedure also affect pricing. More complex cases requiring advanced surgical techniques may incur higher costs.

Expected Outcomes

Patients should communicate thoroughly with their surgeon to understand the potential results of the procedure. The surgery primarily aims to address issues of excessively high or wide cheekbones but cannot completely alter the overall facial aesthetic. Outcomes will also be influenced by individual bone structure, other facial features, and post-operative recovery.

The expected result should be a natural and harmonious improvement in facial contours, rather than pursuing unrealistic perfection. For instance, post-surgery cheekbones will not disappear entirely but will be reduced within a reasonable range to harmonize with the rest of the face.

Combination Therapy

- Combined with Mandibular Angle Contouring: For patients with a significantly wide overall facial contour, performing cheekbone reduction surgery in conjunction with mandibular angle contouring provides a more comprehensive improvement in facial shape, resulting in a more refined and petite appearance that achieves a heart-shaped or oval face.

- Combined with Facial Fat Grafting: After cheekbone reduction, localized facial hollowing may occur. In such cases, combining the procedure with facial fat grafting—such as filling the temples or cheeks—can restore fullness and roundness to the face, enhancing its three-dimensionality and aesthetic appeal.

- Combined with Injectables: To further improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles post-surgery, treatments using botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid injections can be combined. Botulinum toxin relaxes the masseter muscles to soften facial lines, while hyaluronic acid fills depressions and boosts skin hydration, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.

Side Effects and Complications

- Bleeding and Hematoma: Incomplete hemostasis during surgery may lead to postoperative bleeding and hematoma formation. Minor hematomas can be absorbed spontaneously, whereas severe hematomas may require surgical removal.

- Infection: If the surgical incision becomes infected, it may cause local redness, swelling, pain, and fever. Severe infections can impair wound healing and even lead to surgical failure. Therefore, strict adherence to medical advice for anti-infective treatment and wound care is essential after surgery.

- Facial Nerve Damage: The area surrounding the zygomatic bone is rich in nerves. Accidental injury to these nerves during surgery may result in facial sensory abnormalities such as numbness, tingling, or unnatural facial expressions. Most nerve injuries are temporary and improve gradually with recovery, though a small number of cases may lead to permanent nerve damage.

- Bilateral Asymmetry: Inconsistent treatment of the zygomatic bones on both sides during surgery, or differing postoperative recovery patterns, may result in facial asymmetry. Mild asymmetry can often be corrected with revision surgery, while severe asymmetry can significantly compromise the surgical outcome and facial aesthetics.

- Poor Bone Healing: Following zygomatic osteotomy, proper bone healing is critical. Inadequate healing may cause zygomatic displacement or facial deformities, necessitating further surgical intervention.

Select Instruments

In addition to the imaging equipment and surgical instruments mentioned earlier, you may also consider the following devices:

- Ultrasonic Bone Cutter: Utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound technology, the ultrasonic bone cutter enables precise bone cutting with minimal damage to surrounding soft tissues. When used in zygomatic reduction surgery, it can reduce intraoperative bleeding and postoperative swelling, thereby enhancing surgical safety and precision.

- Laser Equipment: During surgery, lasers can be employed for hemostasis and cutting, offering advantages such as rapid止血 and precise incisions. Additionally, certain laser devices can be used postoperatively to promote wound healing and minimize scar formation.

Contraindications for the Procedure

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or impaired liver and kidney function. These conditions increase surgical risks and compromise the patient's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with active facial infections: such as acne or abscesses. Surgery could cause the infection to spread, so the procedure should only be considered after the infection has fully resolved.

Patients with psychiatric disorders: those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding the results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form keloids or hypertrophic scars: Post-operative scarring may be noticeable and affect facial aesthetics, requiring careful consideration before proceeding with surgery.

Contraindications for Selecting Procedures

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: Such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or liver and kidney dysfunction. These conditions increase surgical risks and impair the body's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with infectious lesions on the face: Such as acne or furuncles. Surgery could lead to the spread of infection; procedures should be postponed until the infection is fully resolved.

Individuals with mental illness: Those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form scars: Post-surgical scarring may be noticeable and could affect facial aesthetics; these individuals should carefully consider the procedure.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, the following may also occur:

- Swelling and Pain: Post-operative swelling and pain are common side effects, typically most noticeable within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, gradually subsiding over time. Symptoms can be alleviated through ice application and the use of pain medication.

- Skin Laxity: After cheekbone reduction, the facial skin may exhibit a certain degree of laxity. This effect may be more pronounced in older patients or those with poor skin elasticity. The issue of skin laxity can be improved through post-operative skin care, massage, and appropriate exercises.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

Preoperative: If you notice that your cheekbones are significantly higher or wider than other parts of your face, resulting in a rigid facial contour, a face that appears wider from the front, and prominent cheekbones from the side, and you are dissatisfied with your facial contour, you may consider cheekbone reduction surgery. However, suitability for the procedure must be confirmed through a professional assessment by a doctor.

Postoperative: If you experience symptoms such as redness and swelling at the incision site, discharge, fever, worsening pain, increased facial numbness, or noticeable asymmetry between both sides of the face, these may indicate complications such as infection, nerve damage, or bleeding, and you should seek medical attention immediately.

Select Treatment Plan

Based on the patient's facial CT scan results, facial aesthetic standards, and personal needs, the doctor will create a personalized treatment plan. Common surgical procedures include zygoma bone shaving and zygoma osteotomy.

Zygoma bone shaving is suitable for patients with mild zygomatic prominence and thin bone structure. The procedure is relatively simple, causes minimal trauma, and offers a quicker recovery.

Zygoma osteotomy is recommended for patients with severe zygomatic prominence requiring significant reduction. This approach delivers more dramatic results but involves higher surgical complexity and risk, along with a longer recovery period.

Treatment Effects

Short-term effects: A reduction in the cheekbone area can be observed immediately after surgery. However, significant swelling and bruising on the face at this stage may affect the assessment of the final outcome. Generally, swelling subsides within 1 to 2 weeks post-surgery, allowing for an initial evaluation of the improvement in facial contours.

Long-term effects: As swelling completely resolves (typically requiring 3 to 6 months), facial contours become softer and more balanced. Issues related to overly high or wide cheekbones are effectively addressed, resulting in a more refined and aesthetically pleasing face shape, thereby enhancing overall facial beauty and elegance.

Is This Suitable for Me?

The following groups are generally suitable for cheekbone reduction surgery:

• Individuals with overly high or wide cheekbones that create a rigid facial contour, lack softness, and negatively affect facial aesthetics.
• Individuals experiencing psychological distress due to cheekbone issues, dissatisfied with their appearance, and seeking improvement.
• Healthy individuals without contraindications such as severe cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, blood disorders, etc., and who can tolerate surgery.
• Individuals typically between the ages of 18 and 50, as this age group generally has better physical function and stronger postoperative recovery capabilities.

Select Equipment

- Advanced imaging equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT devices clearly visualize the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and spatial relationship of the patient's zygoma with surrounding tissues. This facilitates the development of more precise surgical plans.

- Professional surgical instruments: Including bone saws, chisels, burrs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality surgical instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and enhancing both safety and surgical outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric burrs allows for more accurate reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural aesthetic outcomes.

Select Equipment

- Advanced Imaging Equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT equipment clearly visualizes the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and relationship of the zygoma with surrounding tissues to formulate more precise surgical plans.

- Professional Surgical Instruments: Including bone saws, osteotomes, rotary burs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and enhancing surgical safety and outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric rotary burs allows for more precise reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural surgical results.

Price

The price of zygoma reduction surgery varies based on multiple factors, typically ranging from approximately 2,400,000 to 8,000,000 South Korean won. Specific factors influencing the cost include:

- Regional differences: Surgery prices in first-tier cities and economically developed regions are generally higher than in second- or third-tier cities due to higher medical costs and living expenses in these areas.

- Hospital tier and surgeon credentials: Large tier-three hospitals or renowned plastic surgery clinics tend to charge higher fees, and surgeons with extensive experience and advanced technical skills also command higher prices.

- Surgical technique: Different zygoma reduction methods, such as zygoma bone shaving or zygoma osteotomy, have varying costs. Generally, osteotomy procedures are more complex and risky, resulting in higher prices.

- Individual patient conditions: The complexity of a patient's zygoma structure and the difficulty of the procedure also affect pricing. More complex cases requiring advanced surgical techniques may incur higher costs.

Expected Outcomes

Patients should communicate thoroughly with their surgeon to understand the potential results of the procedure. The surgery primarily aims to address issues of excessively high or wide cheekbones but cannot completely alter the overall facial aesthetic. Outcomes will also be influenced by individual bone structure, other facial features, and post-operative recovery.

The expected result should be a natural and harmonious improvement in facial contours, rather than pursuing unrealistic perfection. For instance, post-surgery cheekbones will not disappear entirely but will be reduced within a reasonable range to harmonize with the rest of the face.

Combination Therapy

- Combined with Mandibular Angle Contouring: For patients with a significantly wide overall facial contour, performing cheekbone reduction surgery in conjunction with mandibular angle contouring provides a more comprehensive improvement in facial shape, resulting in a more refined and petite appearance that achieves a heart-shaped or oval face.

- Combined with Facial Fat Grafting: After cheekbone reduction, localized facial hollowing may occur. In such cases, combining the procedure with facial fat grafting—such as filling the temples or cheeks—can restore fullness and roundness to the face, enhancing its three-dimensionality and aesthetic appeal.

- Combined with Injectables: To further improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles post-surgery, treatments using botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid injections can be combined. Botulinum toxin relaxes the masseter muscles to soften facial lines, while hyaluronic acid fills depressions and boosts skin hydration, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.

Side Effects and Complications

- Bleeding and Hematoma: Incomplete hemostasis during surgery may lead to postoperative bleeding and hematoma formation. Minor hematomas can be absorbed spontaneously, whereas severe hematomas may require surgical removal.

- Infection: If the surgical incision becomes infected, it may cause local redness, swelling, pain, and fever. Severe infections can impair wound healing and even lead to surgical failure. Therefore, strict adherence to medical advice for anti-infective treatment and wound care is essential after surgery.

- Facial Nerve Damage: The area surrounding the zygomatic bone is rich in nerves. Accidental injury to these nerves during surgery may result in facial sensory abnormalities such as numbness, tingling, or unnatural facial expressions. Most nerve injuries are temporary and improve gradually with recovery, though a small number of cases may lead to permanent nerve damage.

- Bilateral Asymmetry: Inconsistent treatment of the zygomatic bones on both sides during surgery, or differing postoperative recovery patterns, may result in facial asymmetry. Mild asymmetry can often be corrected with revision surgery, while severe asymmetry can significantly compromise the surgical outcome and facial aesthetics.

- Poor Bone Healing: Following zygomatic osteotomy, proper bone healing is critical. Inadequate healing may cause zygomatic displacement or facial deformities, necessitating further surgical intervention.

Select Instruments

In addition to the imaging equipment and surgical instruments mentioned earlier, you may also consider the following devices:

- Ultrasonic Bone Cutter: Utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound technology, the ultrasonic bone cutter enables precise bone cutting with minimal damage to surrounding soft tissues. When used in zygomatic reduction surgery, it can reduce intraoperative bleeding and postoperative swelling, thereby enhancing surgical safety and precision.

- Laser Equipment: During surgery, lasers can be employed for hemostasis and cutting, offering advantages such as rapid止血 and precise incisions. Additionally, certain laser devices can be used postoperatively to promote wound healing and minimize scar formation.

Contraindications for the Procedure

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or impaired liver and kidney function. These conditions increase surgical risks and compromise the patient's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with active facial infections: such as acne or abscesses. Surgery could cause the infection to spread, so the procedure should only be considered after the infection has fully resolved.

Patients with psychiatric disorders: those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding the results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form keloids or hypertrophic scars: Post-operative scarring may be noticeable and affect facial aesthetics, requiring careful consideration before proceeding with surgery.

Contraindications for Selecting Procedures

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: Such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or liver and kidney dysfunction. These conditions increase surgical risks and impair the body's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with infectious lesions on the face: Such as acne or furuncles. Surgery could lead to the spread of infection; procedures should be postponed until the infection is fully resolved.

Individuals with mental illness: Those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form scars: Post-surgical scarring may be noticeable and could affect facial aesthetics; these individuals should carefully consider the procedure.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, the following may also occur:

- Swelling and Pain: Post-operative swelling and pain are common side effects, typically most noticeable within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, gradually subsiding over time. Symptoms can be alleviated through ice application and the use of pain medication.

- Skin Laxity: After cheekbone reduction, the facial skin may exhibit a certain degree of laxity. This effect may be more pronounced in older patients or those with poor skin elasticity. The issue of skin laxity can be improved through post-operative skin care, massage, and appropriate exercises.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

Preoperative: If you notice that your cheekbones are significantly higher or wider than other parts of your face, resulting in a rigid facial contour, a face that appears wider from the front, and prominent cheekbones from the side, and you are dissatisfied with your facial contour, you may consider cheekbone reduction surgery. However, suitability for the procedure must be confirmed through a professional assessment by a doctor.

Postoperative: If you experience symptoms such as redness and swelling at the incision site, discharge, fever, worsening pain, increased facial numbness, or noticeable asymmetry between both sides of the face, these may indicate complications such as infection, nerve damage, or bleeding, and you should seek medical attention immediately.

Select Treatment Plan

Based on the patient's facial CT scan results, facial aesthetic standards, and personal needs, the doctor will create a personalized treatment plan. Common surgical procedures include zygoma bone shaving and zygoma osteotomy.

Zygoma bone shaving is suitable for patients with mild zygomatic prominence and thin bone structure. The procedure is relatively simple, causes minimal trauma, and offers a quicker recovery.

Zygoma osteotomy is recommended for patients with severe zygomatic prominence requiring significant reduction. This approach delivers more dramatic results but involves higher surgical complexity and risk, along with a longer recovery period.

Treatment Effects

Short-term effects: A reduction in the cheekbone area can be observed immediately after surgery. However, significant swelling and bruising on the face at this stage may affect the assessment of the final outcome. Generally, swelling subsides within 1 to 2 weeks post-surgery, allowing for an initial evaluation of the improvement in facial contours.

Long-term effects: As swelling completely resolves (typically requiring 3 to 6 months), facial contours become softer and more balanced. Issues related to overly high or wide cheekbones are effectively addressed, resulting in a more refined and aesthetically pleasing face shape, thereby enhancing overall facial beauty and elegance.

Is This Suitable for Me?

The following groups are generally suitable for cheekbone reduction surgery:

• Individuals with overly high or wide cheekbones that create a rigid facial contour, lack softness, and negatively affect facial aesthetics.
• Individuals experiencing psychological distress due to cheekbone issues, dissatisfied with their appearance, and seeking improvement.
• Healthy individuals without contraindications such as severe cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, blood disorders, etc., and who can tolerate surgery.
• Individuals typically between the ages of 18 and 50, as this age group generally has better physical function and stronger postoperative recovery capabilities.

Select Equipment

- Advanced imaging equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT devices clearly visualize the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and spatial relationship of the patient's zygoma with surrounding tissues. This facilitates the development of more precise surgical plans.

- Professional surgical instruments: Including bone saws, chisels, burrs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality surgical instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and enhancing both safety and surgical outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric burrs allows for more accurate reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural aesthetic outcomes.

Select Equipment

- Advanced Imaging Equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT equipment clearly visualizes the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and relationship of the zygoma with surrounding tissues to formulate more precise surgical plans.

- Professional Surgical Instruments: Including bone saws, osteotomes, rotary burs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and enhancing surgical safety and outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric rotary burs allows for more precise reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural surgical results.

Price

The price of zygoma reduction surgery varies based on multiple factors, typically ranging from approximately 2,400,000 to 8,000,000 South Korean won. Specific factors influencing the cost include:

- Regional differences: Surgery prices in first-tier cities and economically developed regions are generally higher than in second- or third-tier cities due to higher medical costs and living expenses in these areas.

- Hospital tier and surgeon credentials: Large tier-three hospitals or renowned plastic surgery clinics tend to charge higher fees, and surgeons with extensive experience and advanced technical skills also command higher prices.

- Surgical technique: Different zygoma reduction methods, such as zygoma bone shaving or zygoma osteotomy, have varying costs. Generally, osteotomy procedures are more complex and risky, resulting in higher prices.

- Individual patient conditions: The complexity of a patient's zygoma structure and the difficulty of the procedure also affect pricing. More complex cases requiring advanced surgical techniques may incur higher costs.

Expected Outcomes

Patients should communicate thoroughly with their surgeon to understand the potential results of the procedure. The surgery primarily aims to address issues of excessively high or wide cheekbones but cannot completely alter the overall facial aesthetic. Outcomes will also be influenced by individual bone structure, other facial features, and post-operative recovery.

The expected result should be a natural and harmonious improvement in facial contours, rather than pursuing unrealistic perfection. For instance, post-surgery cheekbones will not disappear entirely but will be reduced within a reasonable range to harmonize with the rest of the face.

Combination Therapy

- Combined with Mandibular Angle Contouring: For patients with a significantly wide overall facial contour, performing cheekbone reduction surgery in conjunction with mandibular angle contouring provides a more comprehensive improvement in facial shape, resulting in a more refined and petite appearance that achieves a heart-shaped or oval face.

- Combined with Facial Fat Grafting: After cheekbone reduction, localized facial hollowing may occur. In such cases, combining the procedure with facial fat grafting—such as filling the temples or cheeks—can restore fullness and roundness to the face, enhancing its three-dimensionality and aesthetic appeal.

- Combined with Injectables: To further improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles post-surgery, treatments using botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid injections can be combined. Botulinum toxin relaxes the masseter muscles to soften facial lines, while hyaluronic acid fills depressions and boosts skin hydration, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.

Side Effects and Complications

- Bleeding and Hematoma: Incomplete hemostasis during surgery may lead to postoperative bleeding and hematoma formation. Minor hematomas can be absorbed spontaneously, whereas severe hematomas may require surgical removal.

- Infection: If the surgical incision becomes infected, it may cause local redness, swelling, pain, and fever. Severe infections can impair wound healing and even lead to surgical failure. Therefore, strict adherence to medical advice for anti-infective treatment and wound care is essential after surgery.

- Facial Nerve Damage: The area surrounding the zygomatic bone is rich in nerves. Accidental injury to these nerves during surgery may result in facial sensory abnormalities such as numbness, tingling, or unnatural facial expressions. Most nerve injuries are temporary and improve gradually with recovery, though a small number of cases may lead to permanent nerve damage.

- Bilateral Asymmetry: Inconsistent treatment of the zygomatic bones on both sides during surgery, or differing postoperative recovery patterns, may result in facial asymmetry. Mild asymmetry can often be corrected with revision surgery, while severe asymmetry can significantly compromise the surgical outcome and facial aesthetics.

- Poor Bone Healing: Following zygomatic osteotomy, proper bone healing is critical. Inadequate healing may cause zygomatic displacement or facial deformities, necessitating further surgical intervention.

Select Instruments

In addition to the imaging equipment and surgical instruments mentioned earlier, you may also consider the following devices:

- Ultrasonic Bone Cutter: Utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound technology, the ultrasonic bone cutter enables precise bone cutting with minimal damage to surrounding soft tissues. When used in zygomatic reduction surgery, it can reduce intraoperative bleeding and postoperative swelling, thereby enhancing surgical safety and precision.

- Laser Equipment: During surgery, lasers can be employed for hemostasis and cutting, offering advantages such as rapid止血 and precise incisions. Additionally, certain laser devices can be used postoperatively to promote wound healing and minimize scar formation.

Contraindications for the Procedure

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or impaired liver and kidney function. These conditions increase surgical risks and compromise the patient's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with active facial infections: such as acne or abscesses. Surgery could cause the infection to spread, so the procedure should only be considered after the infection has fully resolved.

Patients with psychiatric disorders: those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding the results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form keloids or hypertrophic scars: Post-operative scarring may be noticeable and affect facial aesthetics, requiring careful consideration before proceeding with surgery.

Contraindications for Selecting Procedures

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: Such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or liver and kidney dysfunction. These conditions increase surgical risks and impair the body's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with infectious lesions on the face: Such as acne or furuncles. Surgery could lead to the spread of infection; procedures should be postponed until the infection is fully resolved.

Individuals with mental illness: Those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form scars: Post-surgical scarring may be noticeable and could affect facial aesthetics; these individuals should carefully consider the procedure.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, the following may also occur:

- Swelling and Pain: Post-operative swelling and pain are common side effects, typically most noticeable within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, gradually subsiding over time. Symptoms can be alleviated through ice application and the use of pain medication.

- Skin Laxity: After cheekbone reduction, the facial skin may exhibit a certain degree of laxity. This effect may be more pronounced in older patients or those with poor skin elasticity. The issue of skin laxity can be improved through post-operative skin care, massage, and appropriate exercises.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

Preoperative: If you notice that your cheekbones are significantly higher or wider than other parts of your face, resulting in a rigid facial contour, a face that appears wider from the front, and prominent cheekbones from the side, and you are dissatisfied with your facial contour, you may consider cheekbone reduction surgery. However, suitability for the procedure must be confirmed through a professional assessment by a doctor.

Postoperative: If you experience symptoms such as redness and swelling at the incision site, discharge, fever, worsening pain, increased facial numbness, or noticeable asymmetry between both sides of the face, these may indicate complications such as infection, nerve damage, or bleeding, and you should seek medical attention immediately.

Select Treatment Plan

Based on the patient's facial CT scan results, facial aesthetic standards, and personal needs, the doctor will create a personalized treatment plan. Common surgical procedures include zygoma bone shaving and zygoma osteotomy.

Zygoma bone shaving is suitable for patients with mild zygomatic prominence and thin bone structure. The procedure is relatively simple, causes minimal trauma, and offers a quicker recovery.

Zygoma osteotomy is recommended for patients with severe zygomatic prominence requiring significant reduction. This approach delivers more dramatic results but involves higher surgical complexity and risk, along with a longer recovery period.

Treatment Effects

Short-term effects: A reduction in the cheekbone area can be observed immediately after surgery. However, significant swelling and bruising on the face at this stage may affect the assessment of the final outcome. Generally, swelling subsides within 1 to 2 weeks post-surgery, allowing for an initial evaluation of the improvement in facial contours.

Long-term effects: As swelling completely resolves (typically requiring 3 to 6 months), facial contours become softer and more balanced. Issues related to overly high or wide cheekbones are effectively addressed, resulting in a more refined and aesthetically pleasing face shape, thereby enhancing overall facial beauty and elegance.

Is This Suitable for Me?

The following groups are generally suitable for cheekbone reduction surgery:

• Individuals with overly high or wide cheekbones that create a rigid facial contour, lack softness, and negatively affect facial aesthetics.
• Individuals experiencing psychological distress due to cheekbone issues, dissatisfied with their appearance, and seeking improvement.
• Healthy individuals without contraindications such as severe cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, blood disorders, etc., and who can tolerate surgery.
• Individuals typically between the ages of 18 and 50, as this age group generally has better physical function and stronger postoperative recovery capabilities.

Select Equipment

- Advanced imaging equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT devices clearly visualize the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and spatial relationship of the patient's zygoma with surrounding tissues. This facilitates the development of more precise surgical plans.

- Professional surgical instruments: Including bone saws, chisels, burrs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality surgical instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues and enhancing both safety and surgical outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric burrs allows for more accurate reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural aesthetic outcomes.

Select Equipment

- Advanced Imaging Equipment: Such as CT scanners. High-precision CT equipment clearly visualizes the three-dimensional structure of the zygomatic bone, enabling surgeons to accurately assess the specific shape, size, and relationship of the zygoma with surrounding tissues to formulate more precise surgical plans.

- Professional Surgical Instruments: Including bone saws, osteotomes, rotary burs, titanium screws, and titanium plates. High-quality instruments ensure precise operation and smooth cutting, minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and enhancing surgical safety and outcomes. For instance, using advanced electric rotary burs allows for more precise reshaping of the zygomatic bone, resulting in more natural surgical results.

Price

The price of zygoma reduction surgery varies based on multiple factors, typically ranging from approximately 2,400,000 to 8,000,000 South Korean won. Specific factors influencing the cost include:

- Regional differences: Surgery prices in first-tier cities and economically developed regions are generally higher than in second- or third-tier cities due to higher medical costs and living expenses in these areas.

- Hospital tier and surgeon credentials: Large tier-three hospitals or renowned plastic surgery clinics tend to charge higher fees, and surgeons with extensive experience and advanced technical skills also command higher prices.

- Surgical technique: Different zygoma reduction methods, such as zygoma bone shaving or zygoma osteotomy, have varying costs. Generally, osteotomy procedures are more complex and risky, resulting in higher prices.

- Individual patient conditions: The complexity of a patient's zygoma structure and the difficulty of the procedure also affect pricing. More complex cases requiring advanced surgical techniques may incur higher costs.

Expected Outcomes

Patients should communicate thoroughly with their surgeon to understand the potential results of the procedure. The surgery primarily aims to address issues of excessively high or wide cheekbones but cannot completely alter the overall facial aesthetic. Outcomes will also be influenced by individual bone structure, other facial features, and post-operative recovery.

The expected result should be a natural and harmonious improvement in facial contours, rather than pursuing unrealistic perfection. For instance, post-surgery cheekbones will not disappear entirely but will be reduced within a reasonable range to harmonize with the rest of the face.

Combination Therapy

- Combined with Mandibular Angle Contouring: For patients with a significantly wide overall facial contour, performing cheekbone reduction surgery in conjunction with mandibular angle contouring provides a more comprehensive improvement in facial shape, resulting in a more refined and petite appearance that achieves a heart-shaped or oval face.

- Combined with Facial Fat Grafting: After cheekbone reduction, localized facial hollowing may occur. In such cases, combining the procedure with facial fat grafting—such as filling the temples or cheeks—can restore fullness and roundness to the face, enhancing its three-dimensionality and aesthetic appeal.

- Combined with Injectables: To further improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles post-surgery, treatments using botulinum toxin or hyaluronic acid injections can be combined. Botulinum toxin relaxes the masseter muscles to soften facial lines, while hyaluronic acid fills depressions and boosts skin hydration, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.

Side Effects and Complications

- Bleeding and Hematoma: Incomplete hemostasis during surgery may lead to postoperative bleeding and hematoma formation. Minor hematomas can be absorbed spontaneously, whereas severe hematomas may require surgical removal.

- Infection: If the surgical incision becomes infected, it may cause local redness, swelling, pain, and fever. Severe infections can impair wound healing and even lead to surgical failure. Therefore, strict adherence to medical advice for anti-infective treatment and wound care is essential after surgery.

- Facial Nerve Damage: The area surrounding the zygomatic bone is rich in nerves. Accidental injury to these nerves during surgery may result in facial sensory abnormalities such as numbness, tingling, or unnatural facial expressions. Most nerve injuries are temporary and improve gradually with recovery, though a small number of cases may lead to permanent nerve damage.

- Bilateral Asymmetry: Inconsistent treatment of the zygomatic bones on both sides during surgery, or differing postoperative recovery patterns, may result in facial asymmetry. Mild asymmetry can often be corrected with revision surgery, while severe asymmetry can significantly compromise the surgical outcome and facial aesthetics.

- Poor Bone Healing: Following zygomatic osteotomy, proper bone healing is critical. Inadequate healing may cause zygomatic displacement or facial deformities, necessitating further surgical intervention.

Select Instruments

In addition to the imaging equipment and surgical instruments mentioned earlier, you may also consider the following devices:

- Ultrasonic Bone Cutter: Utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound technology, the ultrasonic bone cutter enables precise bone cutting with minimal damage to surrounding soft tissues. When used in zygomatic reduction surgery, it can reduce intraoperative bleeding and postoperative swelling, thereby enhancing surgical safety and precision.

- Laser Equipment: During surgery, lasers can be employed for hemostasis and cutting, offering advantages such as rapid止血 and precise incisions. Additionally, certain laser devices can be used postoperatively to promote wound healing and minimize scar formation.

Contraindications for the Procedure

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or impaired liver and kidney function. These conditions increase surgical risks and compromise the patient's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with active facial infections: such as acne or abscesses. Surgery could cause the infection to spread, so the procedure should only be considered after the infection has fully resolved.

Patients with psychiatric disorders: those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding the results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form keloids or hypertrophic scars: Post-operative scarring may be noticeable and affect facial aesthetics, requiring careful consideration before proceeding with surgery.

Contraindications for Selecting Procedures

Individuals with severe systemic diseases: Such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or liver and kidney dysfunction. These conditions increase surgical risks and impair the body's ability to recover, making them unsuitable for zygoma reduction surgery.

Individuals with infectious lesions on the face: Such as acne or furuncles. Surgery could lead to the spread of infection; procedures should be postponed until the infection is fully resolved.

Individuals with mental illness: Those who cannot properly understand the surgical process and potential outcomes, or who hold unrealistic expectations regarding results, are not suitable candidates for surgery.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Due to the potential adverse effects of surgery and anesthesia on the fetus or infant, zygoma reduction surgery is not recommended during this period.

Individuals with a tendency to form scars: Post-surgical scarring may be noticeable and could affect facial aesthetics; these individuals should carefully consider the procedure.

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects and complications mentioned above, the following may also occur:

- Swelling and Pain: Post-operative swelling and pain are common side effects, typically most noticeable within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, gradually subsiding over time. Symptoms can be alleviated through ice application and the use of pain medication.

- Skin Laxity: After cheekbone reduction, the facial skin may exhibit a certain degree of laxity. This effect may be more pronounced in older patients or those with poor skin elasticity. The issue of skin laxity can be improved through post-operative skin care, massage, and appropriate exercises.

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

Preoperative: If you notice that your cheekbones are significantly higher or wider than other parts of your face, resulting in a rigid facial contour, a face that appears wider from the front, and prominent cheekbones from the side, and you are dissatisfied with your facial contour, you may consider cheekbone reduction surgery. However, suitability for the procedure must be confirmed through a professional assessment by a doctor.

Postoperative: If you experience symptoms such as redness and swelling at the incision site, discharge, fever, worsening pain, increased facial numbness, or noticeable asymmetry between both sides of the face, these may indicate complications such as infection, nerve damage, or bleeding, and you should seek medical attention immediately.

Select Treatment Plan

Based on the patient's facial CT scan results, facial aesthetic standards, and personal needs, the doctor will create a personalized treatment plan. Common surgical procedures include zygoma bone shaving and zygoma osteotomy.

Zygoma bone shaving is suitable for patients with mild zygomatic prominence and thin bone structure. The procedure is relatively simple, causes minimal trauma, and offers a quicker recovery.

Zygoma osteotomy is recommended for patients with severe zygomatic prominence requiring significant reduction. This approach delivers more dramatic results but involves higher surgical complexity and risk, along with a longer recovery period.