Wide, Angular Face? Samsao's Triple Contouring for Cheekbones, Jaw Angles, and Chin

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When a face looks wide or angular, several skeletal features, including the cheekbones, jaw angles, and chin, can have a combined effect. In particular, prominent cheekbones or a well-developed square jaw, together with the shape of the chin, can make the overall facial contour look even wider and more angular.

When several areas need improvement, triple contouring, which combines cheekbone reduction surgery, square jaw surgery, and chin surgery, may be considered.

Today, Samsao Plastic Surgery will walk you through the triple contouring procedures tailored to different face shapes and the key points to consider.

First, let's look at a real case of triple contouring performed at Samsao Plastic Surgery. Before surgery, the face looked wide and angular overall. After surgery, you can see that it has changed into a softer, more natural contour line.

Why Does Your Face Look Wide and Angular?

Face shape isn't determined by the bone structure of a single area. It results from the combined shape and proportions of the cheekbones, jaw angles, and chin.

① Prominent cheekbones

② Angular square jaw

③ Broad, blunt chin

When skeletal features appear across several areas like these, a contour design that takes the balance of the entire face into account is essential.

STEP 01. Three-Dimensional Cheekbone Lines Designed for Views from the Front to 45 Degrees

Cheekbone reduction surgery improves the width and three-dimensional volume of the midface by considering the direction and shape of cheekbone projection.

At Samsao Plastic Surgery, we plan osteotomies that account for both the front and side portions of the cheekbones, and we apply an angled double-high L-osteotomy.

By planning both rotation and posterior repositioning of the cheekbones, we aim for a harmonious midface line not only from the front but also at a 45-degree angle.

STEP 02. Soft Lines from an Angular Square Jaw to the Jawline

Square jaw surgery reduces an overdeveloped jaw angle (gonial angle) to create a softer, less angular jawline.

At Samsao Plastic Surgery, we use a long curved osteotomy that runs from below the ear to the front of the chin, with attention to creating a natural connection along the jawline.

We also determine whether cortical bone reduction or masseter reduction is needed based on the face shape, and we set the extent of surgery by considering the shape of the jawbone and the characteristics of the surrounding tissue.

STEP 03. Customized Chin Surgery Based on Facial Proportions

The chin is an important area that determines facial length and the proportion of the lower face.

When the chin is wide or blunt, correcting it to suit the face shape can improve overall balance.

At Samsao Plastic Surgery, we consider osteotomy methods suited to each person's bone structure, such as T-osteotomy and V-osteotomy, and we comprehensively evaluate the front-to-back position of the chin, including recessed chins and prognathic (protruding) lower jaws.

In contouring surgery, correcting the bone is only part of the process. Closing the incisions after surgery is equally important.

At Samsao Plastic Surgery, we mark the incision sites before surgery and, when finishing the procedure, carefully suture along those marked lines.

This improves incision accuracy and is carefully managed to help reduce postoperative swelling and recovery burden.

Because triple contouring addresses the cheekbones, jaw angles, and chin together, overall harmony is just as important as improving each individual area.

If you're looking for a natural, well-balanced facial contour, we encourage you to consult with Samsao Plastic Surgery to review a personalized contouring plan 💙

Thank you 😉