2026-06-04
Preventing Cheek Sagging After Zygoma Reduction: Advantages of Combining Zygoma Reduction and Lifting
We explore 'Zygoma-Lifting', a procedure that simultaneously performs zygoma reduction and lifting to address concerns about cheek sagging (skin sagging) that commonly occurs after zygoma reduction surgery. We explain in detail the principles and real cases of how the upward double-adhesion method can simultaneously achieve a slender facial contour line and skin elasticity.
Even with distinct facial features, protruding 45-degree cheekbones or front cheekbones can make your impression appear strong and stubborn. To improve this, many consider Zygoma Reduction, but hesitate due to the potential for 'cheek sagging' after the surgery.
To resolve these concerns, 345 Plastic Surgery performs 'Double-Adhesion Zygoma-Lifting', which combines zygoma reduction and lifting to simultaneously achieve smaller cheekbones and improved skin elasticity.
Causes of Cheek Sagging After Zygoma Reduction
Over time, our skin loses elasticity due to the effects of gravity. Zygoma reduction involves reducing the volume of the bone. If the skin's elasticity is already compromised, the adhesion between the skin and the bone weakens, increasing the likelihood of cheek sagging. In other words, the excess skin tissue left behind by the reduced bone volume sags downward.
Core Principles and Effects of Double-Adhesion Zygoma-Lifting
345's exclusive 'Zygoma-Lifting' is a surgical method that goes beyond simple bone surgery to consider changes in soft tissues. You can expect the following four changes:
- Small and three-dimensional cheekbones: Reduces facial width by repositioning protruding bones.
- Slender facial line: Completes a smooth side profile without uneven contours.
- Maintenance of skin elasticity: Prevents skin from sagging by performing lifting simultaneously.
- Proactive prevention of cheek sagging: Pulls and fixes the tissue using an upward double-adhesion method.
Why Should Zygoma Reduction and Lifting Be Done Simultaneously?
Combining zygoma reduction with mini-lifting allows for an efficient surgery with reduced additional damage, as the dissection area is the same. During the surgical process, artificial retaining ligaments are created, allowing the skin to adhere closely to the bone. Through the 'double adhesion' process of pulling it upward once more, a slender contour line can be created while lowering the risk of cheek sagging.
Recommended Candidates for Zygoma-Lifting
- Those with a lot of facial fat who are expected to experience sagging after surgery
- Those who are already concerned about decreased skin elasticity
- Those whose upper part of the nasolabial folds appears to bulge and sag
- Those who want jawline improvement along with zygoma reduction
Collaborative System of Experienced Specialists
Facial contouring and lifting are fields that require different areas of expertise. 345 Plastic Surgery has enhanced the precision and safety of surgeries through a collaborative system between Dr. Park Jong-lim, the head of the Contouring Center with over 10,000 clinical cases, and Dr. Han Kyu-nam, who is active as a key doctor in lifting.
In particular, Dr. Park Jong-lim continues to present research on facial contouring at international academic conferences (such as APS 2024), contributing to the advancement of medical technology, while Dr. Han Kyu-nam shares detailed know-how through thread lifting demonstrations. Through this collaboration, structural improvement of the bone and aesthetic improvement of the skin are achieved simultaneously.
For a successful facial contouring surgery, it is necessary not only to shave the bone but also to predict the movement of the soft tissues that will change after the surgery. We recommend establishing the most suitable surgical plan for your skin condition through sufficient consultation with a specialist.
