Trusted V-Line Surgery Care in Seoul

Who Is V-Line Surgery For?

• ✓Adults with a wide or square lower face who wish to create a slimmer jawline
• ✓Those with prominent mandible angles (protruding jaw corners) or a disproportionate chin
• ✓Individuals in good overall health who have completed facial bone growth (typically age 18+)
• ✓Patients willing to commit to the full recovery timeline — bone contouring has a longer recovery than soft-tissue procedures

What to Expect

1. 1

   Consultation & Imaging

   1–2 hours

   A 3D CT scan of your facial skeleton allows the surgeon to plan precise amounts of bone reduction. The planned outcome is simulated digitally before surgery.

2. 2

   Surgery

   2–4 hours

   Performed under general anesthesia through incisions inside the mouth — no external scars. The surgeon shaves or cuts the mandible angle, reshapes the lower jaw contour, and performs genioplasty (chin repositioning or reduction) as planned.

3. 3

   Recovery

   2 weeks to presentable; 4–6 weeks for major swelling to resolve

   A compression bandage is worn for 1–2 weeks. Soft foods only for 3–4 weeks. Most patients return to professional settings at 2–3 weeks. Full facial refinement is visible at 3–6 months when minor residual swelling resolves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is V-line surgery permanent?

Yes. Bone reduction is permanent — the removed bone does not regenerate. The lower facial shape achieved is a stable, long-term result. Normal aging and skin laxity may affect the soft-tissue appearance over time, but the bone structure remains.

Is there a scar from V-line surgery?

No visible external scars: all incisions for jaw contouring are made inside the mouth and heal within the oral mucosa. Careful oral hygiene, including salt-water rinses and a soft diet during the first two weeks, protects the incision sites while they close.

How much bone is typically removed?

The amount varies by individual anatomy and goals. Surgeons conservatively remove what is needed to achieve the planned result — preserving enough bone structure for dental function and facial support. Over-reduction can cause complications, so experienced surgeons are conservative and precise.

Can I eat normally after surgery?

A soft or liquid diet is required for 3–4 weeks after jaw contouring to protect the bone as it heals. Most patients can transition back to a normal diet by weeks 5–6. Your clinic will provide detailed dietary guidelines.