Procedure
Jaw Reduction (V-line Surgery)
Overview
Jaw reduction, or V-line surgery, reshapes the jawline and chin to create a slimmer, more elegant facial contour using advanced craniofacial techniques.
Procedure Steps
- 3D CT facial bone analysis
- General anesthesia
- Intraoral incision and bone reshaping
- Mandibular angle reduction
- Closure and compression dressing
- Hospital observation
Recovery & Aftercare
Swelling peaks in the first few days and gradually subsides over 2–4 weeks. A compression garment is worn to aid healing. Most patients resume work in 2–3 weeks, with final contour visible after several months.
Key Facts
Benefits
Creates a slim V-line facial contour; improves facial proportion; permanent results; performed with Level-4 craniofacial expertise.
Ideal Candidates
Individuals with a wide or square jawline seeking a slimmer, more refined V-shaped facial contour.
Not Suitable For
Patients under 18; those with severe bone or bleeding disorders; active oral infection; unrealistic expectations.
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