Facial shape plays a major role in first impressions. When the cheekbones are excessively prominent or wide, the face may appear larger and more angular.
As more people seek a balanced and harmonious facial contour, cheekbone reduction surgery has gained attention as a potential solution.

Consequently, many people wonder whether it is possible to achieve satisfactory facial contouring improvements through cheekbone reduction alone, without undergoing 3 set of facial contouring surgery.

Today, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about cheekbone reduction surgery.

Q. Can cheekbone reduction alone improve facial shape without regrets?

The cheekbones are one of the most prominent parts of the face. When they are overly wide or protruding, the face may appear larger and more angular. Cheekbone reduction surgery plays a key role in addressing this concern, as it refines the prominent cheekbone line visible from the side of the face, improving the facial contour to appear softer and slimmer.

For individuals whose jawline or chin is not significantly developed, cheekbone reduction alone can deliver noticeable results and improve the facial shape without regret.

However, to ensure long-term satisfaction, it is advisable to proceed with surgery only after a thorough examination, as each individual’s overall facial proportions and structures, jawline, and chin tip differ significantly.

Depending on the degree of facial development, rather than undergoing cheekbone reduction alone, combining it with other procedures such as 3 points of facial contouring surgery (which includes mandibular jawline surgery and chin tip surgery) or facial liposuction can yield more pronounced and satisfying results without regret.

Therefore, it is highly recommended to undergo a thorough consultation with a specialist prior to surgery to establish a bespoke surgical plan tailored to each individual’s facial characteristics.

Q. How is cheekbone reduction performed?

First, the optimal amount and location of bone resection for the best outcome are designed, taking into account the individual’s degree of cheekbone prominence.

Next, bone is removed through a L-shaped osteotomy to the necessary extent, tailored to the degree of 45-degree cheekbone development.

Subsequently, the resected cheekbone is rotated posteriorly and superiorly, moved inwards, and fixed, repositioning the prominent cheekbone.

Finally, double fixation with pins is employed to maintain a safer and more robust fixation.

As the angle and location of the osteotomy vary depending on the degree of cheekbone protrusion and development, thorough consultation with a specialist to determine the design is the most crucial factor in minimising regret following cheekbone reduction.

3D CT Examination

Posterosuperior Rotation and Movement

Firm Double Fixation

Q. What are the unique advantages of AB’s cheekbone reduction?

AB cheekbone reduction surgery begins with a 3D-CT scan to precisely assess each individual’s unique cheekbone structure. This enables us to minimise damage to sensory nerves and potential side effects while achieving optimal results.

Furthermore, after osteotomy, the cheekbone is rotated inward and elevated posteriorly and superiorly. This process ensures stable fixation and fusion of the osteotomy site while also lifting the surrounding soft tissues.

Finally, the gap at the cut surface is minimised during fixation. Robust double fixation reduces the potential for cheek sagging, thereby preventing non-union.

In this way, AB ensures safe and effective cheekbone reduction, delivering highly satisfactory results.

Q. In what cases is AB’s cheekbone reduction recommended?

AB’s cheekbone reduction surgery is recommended in the following instances.

Prominent cheekbones can create a sharp, angular face and a strong impression; reducing excessive prominence can achieve a much more natural appearance and a softer cheekbone line.

Furthermore, when the cheekbones are excessively wide, making a face appear large, reducing the width of the face can create a slimmer overall facial shape and achieve a face-slimming effect.

Finally, in cases of cheekbone asymmetry, correcting this creates a more natural and balanced facial proportion. Refining uneven contours completes a smooth and refined contour line.

Large, uneven cheekbones do not become more attractive simply by removing more bone. To proceed with cheekbone reduction surgery without regret, it is crucial to focus not on “removing more”, but on individualised design, precise removal, the direction of cheekbone repositioning, and double fixation.

If you have any further questions about the peanut-shaped face, hollowed cheeks, or facial contouring surgery, please call +82-01-5159-1298 or contact AB Plastic Surgery on WhatsApp using the same number above, for more detailed consultation.

Writer Dr. Ahn Seung-Hyeon, AB Plastic Surgery

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