2026-06-04
Analysis of 3-Type Facial Contouring Reviews: Preventing Sagging and a Lengthened Philtrum After Surgery
We take an in-depth look at skin sagging and changes in facial proportions, the most common concerns when considering 3-type facial contouring surgery (cheekbones, square jaw, and chin tip). Based on actual reviews of 3-type facial contouring, we have summarized key information on achieving a natural facial line through the importance of personalized diagnosis and systematic post-operative care.
Hello. This is 345 Plastic Surgery. For those considering facial contouring surgery, concerns about skin sagging and the recovery process are often just as significant as the changes to the facial shape itself. In particular, for 3-type facial contouring, which simultaneously improves the cheekbones, square jaw, and chin tip, the extent of skeletal change is substantial, so the individual's skin elasticity and soft tissue condition must be carefully considered.
Today, along with actual patient reviews of 3-type facial contouring, we will explain in detail from a medical perspective the common questions that arise before and after surgery regarding skin sagging and changes in philtrum length.
1. Is 3-Type Facial Contouring Only Effective When Done All at Once?
It is not absolutely necessary to operate on all three areas simultaneously to improve your facial shape. The most important thing is a 'selective surgery' tailored to your own skeletal structure and soft tissue condition. Rather than indiscriminate surgery, it is advisable to accurately target the areas that need improvement.
- Long-curve square jaw reduction: If an angular and wide mandibular angle is a concern, the line of the mandible (lower jaw) is smoothly refined.
- Tight-fixation malar reduction: This is useful when protruding side cheekbones create a strong impression, and firmly fixing the bone is the key to preventing sagging.
- Genioplasty (Front Chin Contouring): Corrects a receding chin, protruding chin tip, or asymmetry to perfect the proportions of the chin tip.
At 345 Plastic Surgery, we help achieve natural improvement by recommending only the necessary surgeries through personalized diagnoses, without any unnecessary over-treatment.
2. Causes and Management of Skin Sagging After Cheekbone and Jaw Surgery
The main reason sagging occurs after malar reduction is when the skin fails to contract as much as the skeletal volume has decreased, or when the skin itself lacks elasticity. It can also occur if the periosteum is excessively dissected or not firmly fixed during surgery.
Tips for Preventing Skin Sagging
- Gradual adaptation period: When the bone is reduced, the flesh needs time to shrink to fit that shape. As the initial swelling subsides, the skin will settle into place.
- Active management: Light strolls and walking help blood circulation, having a positive effect on relieving initial swelling and preventing sagging.
- Considering concurrent lifting: If elasticity is severely reduced, combining a lifting procedure after surgery can lead to a better recovery.
3. Regarding the Phenomenon of a Lengthened Philtrum After Contouring Surgery
It is rare for the physical length of the philtrum to actually increase due to surgery. However, if the length of the chin tip is excessively reduced or retracted backward, the lower face becomes shorter in terms of overall facial proportions, which can create an optical illusion where the philtrum appears relatively longer.
Therefore, when planning the surgery, rather than simply focusing on shaving off a lot of bone, it is paramount to design a harmonious balance between the philtrum and the chin tip by considering the golden ratio of the upper, middle, and lower face.
4. The Role of a Systematic After-Care System
The success of surgery is not determined solely in the operating room; it is completed through systematic after-care. At 345 Plastic Surgery, we operate specialized programs to help with rapid return to daily life and skin regeneration.
- LDM Care: Induces skin regeneration and soothing effects using high-density ultrasound.
- Customized Care Kit: Provides care supplies so that systematic management is possible even at home.
- Swelling Reduction IV Injection: Helps rapidly reduce edema by facilitating smooth metabolism.
All facial contouring surgeries are performed prioritizing safety under the 1:1 responsible operation of Chief Director Park Jong-lim, aiming for a harmonious facial shape by reflecting the individual patient's needs and anatomical structure.
