(Facial contouring information & medical-tourism guide for international visitors to Korea)
[Document type] Medical procedure information guide / Facial contouring & orthognathic types, recovery & precautions
* This content is for information only and is not medical advice. Facial contouring and orthognathic surgery are
major bone surgeries; whether to proceed, the method and suitability must be decided after thorough consultation
with a plastic surgeon / oral & maxillofacial specialist.
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Introduction
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Facial contouring and orthognathic (two-jaw) surgery reshape the bone structure and lines of the face, changing
the whole impression. Because two-jaw surgery addresses the square jaw, cheekbone, chin and even the bite, it can
affect both aesthetics and function (chewing, speech), so it requires especially careful diagnosis and consultation
compared with other procedures.
This guide organizes the types, features, recovery process and precautions of facial contouring and orthognathic
surgery in a balanced way for international visitors. As these surgeries have long recovery and important aftercare,
the aim is that you understand not only benefits but also risks and recovery plans before consulting a specialist.
In particular, two-jaw surgery often needs collaboration with orthodontics / oral & maxillofacial surgery and is
decided based on precise exams (CT, bite analysis, etc.). The content below is general; the actual surgery must
always be decided based on a specialist's diagnosis.
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Understanding facial contouring & orthognathic surgery
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1) What is considered
Bone structure (jaw, cheekbone), bite and teeth condition, facial symmetry, soft tissue (flesh/skin) volume,
and nerve location are checked by precise exams. Since bone is involved, safety comes first.
2) Aesthetics + function
Two-jaw surgery connects not only to looks but to function such as chewing and speech. Bite improvement is
often discussed alongside aesthetic goals.
3) How to view the information
(1) As major surgery, fully understand risks and recovery (2) Harmony within a safe range, not trends
(3) The final decision comes from precise exams and a specialist's diagnosis.
Key point: Facial contouring & orthognathic surgery is about "harmony design on a foundation of safety." Deciding
a range that fits your structure with a specialist — not excessive osteotomy — is essential.
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Types & things to know TOP10
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No.1
Square jaw reduction (mandibular angle)
Overview Refines the developed mandibular angle (jaw corner) to tidy the line
Point For softening an angular impression
Note Nerve/vessel location matters -> precise exam & specialist essential
No.2
Cheekbone reduction
Overview Moves/reduces protruding cheekbone inward
Point For tidying side/front cheek volume
Note Bone fixation and sagging management matter; plan recovery
No.3
Chin (front-jaw) surgery
Overview Moves/reshapes the chin bone to adjust length and shape
Point For balancing a short or protruding chin
Note Osteotomy vs implant differ -> decided in consultation
No.4
Two-jaw surgery (upper & lower jaw)
Overview Moves upper and lower jaw bones together to improve bite and contour
Point Discussed with protruding jaw, recessed chin, asymmetry, protrusion
Note Major surgery, long recovery, ortho collaboration -> precise exam essential
No.5
Protruding-jaw correction
Overview Adjusts bone position/bite for a protruding lower jaw
Point For side-profile and bite improvement
Note Whether to include two-jaw range is decided by diagnosis
No.6
Recessed-chin correction
Overview Complements a retruded chin with front-jaw surgery, two-jaw, etc.
Point For side-profile balance
Note Method choice differs by bone/bite condition
No.7
Protrusion (mouth) correction
Overview Corrects a protruding-mouth impression (extraction ortho, two-jaw, etc.)
Point Often needs collaboration with dental orthodontics
Note Ortho alone vs surgery-combined is decided by diagnosis
No.8
Facial asymmetry correction
Overview Balances left-right jaw/cheekbone asymmetry
Point For a front-view impression change
Note Causes vary, so precise diagnosis is especially important
No.9
Chin fat / double-chin tidy (auxiliary)
Overview Auxiliary fat/sagging management that enhances the contour line
Point Line complement separate from bone surgery
Note Whether/order to combine with bone surgery is judged by specialist
No.10
Facial contouring revision
Overview Corrects asymmetry, sagging, line from a previous result
Point Complex bone/soft-tissue state, higher difficulty
Note Thorough consultation and exam with an experienced specialist essential
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Details — how to prepare
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[Good to organize before consultation]
Your desired profile/line, past surgery/ortho history, general health/medications, and time for recovery make
consultation smoother. Bone surgery presumes precise exams (CT, bite, etc.), so a generous stay including exam
scheduling is needed.
[Understanding recovery]
Facial contouring/orthognathic surgery has longer swelling/recovery than other procedures; early diet (liquid,
etc.), oral care and observation matter. Especially for two-jaw, bite stabilization takes time, so secure ample
return/aftercare scheduling.
[A balanced view]
Bone surgery carries possibilities of nerve damage, sensory decline, asymmetry, bleeding and malocclusion along
with benefits. These vary by structure and method, so decide after fully consulting on risks/management and
passing precise exams.
[Connection with a medical-tourism schedule]
International visitors should plan a relatively long schedule: exam -> consultation -> surgery -> hospitalization/
observation -> follow-up. PrettyKeep helps coordinate hospital booking, medical interpretation, recovery-stay
lodging and follow-up.
Notes for medical tourists (most important)
- This is major bone surgery. Whether/method/suitability must be decided by a specialist's precise exam & consultation.
- Allow ample stay for long recovery and follow-up (same-day departure unsuitable).
- After surgery, follow the clinic's guidance on diet, oral care and activity limits first.
- Use medical interpretation to communicate risks, recovery and aftercare accurately.
- Contact the clinic immediately for severe pain, bleeding, fever or breathing/sensory abnormalities.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
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Q1. Does recovery take long?
A. Swelling/recovery is longer than other aesthetic procedures. Especially for two-jaw, bite stabilization takes
time, so allow generous stay/aftercare. Confirm exact timing with your clinic.
Q2. Is orthodontic treatment necessary for two-jaw surgery?
A. It often collaborates with dental orthodontics, but it depends on individual condition and is decided by precise
exam and diagnosis.
Q3. Are there risks like nerve damage?
A. As it works around bone/nerves, sensory decline etc. are possible. Precise exams and an experienced specialist
are especially important.
Q4. Can international visitors get aftercare?
A. Observation and follow-up are needed. PrettyKeep helps with scheduling and hospital liaison.
Q5. Are Chinese/English consultations available?
A. Major hospitals often support medical interpretation. PrettyKeep helps with booking and interpretation.
Q6. How much does it cost?
A. It varies greatly by range, method and hospital; this content does not give fixed prices. Confirm an exact quote
at the hospital during consultation/exam.
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Medical-tourism TIPS
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1. Bone surgery presumes precise exam & specialist consultation. Decide by diagnosis.
2. Allow ample stay for long recovery and follow-up (same-day departure unsuitable).
3. After surgery, prioritize clinic guidance on diet, oral care and activity limits.
4. Use medical interpretation to communicate risks, recovery and aftercare.
5. Contact the clinic immediately for severe pain, bleeding, fever or sensory abnormalities.
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About PrettyKeep
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PrettyKeep is a Korea travel & medical-tourism guide platform for international visitors.
- We support you step by step, from understanding facial contouring/orthognathic information to hospital booking and
medical interpretation (all surgery decisions reflect precise exam & specialist consultation first)
- Recovery-stay lodging near the hospital and minimal-movement routes
- Coordinating exam -> consultation -> surgery -> observation -> follow-up
- Warning-sign response and hospital liaison
A journey to understand fully and decide via precise exam & specialist consultation — safely, with PrettyKeep.
(This content is for information only and is not medical advice. Consult a specialist for surgery.)
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