What is Facial Surgery?
Facial Surgery; Jawline contouring surgery can provide significant improvements in the shape of your face and restore overall facial balance. Jaw line surgery, also known as V-line surgery, is a surgery to surgically reshape the jawbone and can change the patient’s appearance from the front as well as the side view.
During The surgery
If you want to have facial bone shaping surgery, you need to be well prepared to achieve the desired results and prevent complications. Preparation for facial bone shaping may differ depending on the procedure. Therefore, you should always ask your doctor what you should do beforehand. In general and regardless of the procedure you are about to do, you should:
- Quit smoking: Quit smoking 4 to 6 weeks before surgery.
- Avoid alcohol consumption: Drinking alcohol can increase the chance of bleeding during and after the procedure. You should avoid alcohol about a week before the surgery.
- Avoid using blood thinners: It is not recommended to take blood thinners before surgery. If you are taking these, tell your doctor and ask if you should stop the medication or use another alternative.
- Stop herbal remedies: Just because they’re natural doesn’t mean they can’t harm you. Tell your doctor about any herbal medicine you are taking and ask if you should discontinue it before surgery.
- Protect yourself from the sun: Try to avoid sun exposure and use sunscreen. It is better to have a natural skin tone during surgery.
- Avoid eating the night before surgery: Eating before surgery can affect anesthesia, so you should stop eating the night before surgery. On the other hand, you should drink enough water and stay hydrated.
- Medical tests: Some surgeries may require some blood testing and imaging. Ask your surgeon if you need to do any testing, especially if you are about to use a surgical approach.
Preparation also includes preparing your mind. Some approaches are irreversible, so you need to know exactly what to do. Ask for a few images from people who have had surgery before and be honest with your doctor about your expectations, tell them if you have any concerns.
After Surgery
- Get some rest and avoid sports for a few weeks.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol for a month after surgery.
- Sleep with your head high.
- If there is swelling, use cold packs.
- Avoid hard foods that are difficult to chew.
| Process: | Facial Surgery |
|---|---|
| Time: | 6-8 Hours |
| Anesthesia: | General Anesthesia |
| Hospital: | European Approved Hospitals |
| Recovery Time: | 6-12 Months |
| Expected Result: | Evaluating with all the elements on the face, harmonizing them with each other and achieving the desired appearance of the patient. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have a smaller face without face contouring surgery?
Every individual is different, so the surgical recommendation will differ according to the facial structure. If the face size or shape is large due to the bone structure in the face, surgery is required to change it.
Are the results of the surgery permanent?
Bones are shaved with face shaping surgery. They are fixed in place with pins and screws. Since the bones will not move after they heal, the results of the surgery are permanent.
Do I need to remove the needles after the surgery?
The pins do not need to be removed. The pins are made of titanium, which does not affect the body. However, if you don’t want anyone to know that you have had the surgery, you can have the surgery done. Your surgeon should examine you to see when you can remove them (Approximately 6-24 months).
What kind of food should I avoid after surgery?
Salty, oily, spicy foods should be avoided for a month. Chewed food should be avoided for at least a month, but three months is better to allow the bones to heal well.
Do I need an additional stretching procedure after face contouring surgery?
This depends on age and the level of elasticity of the skin. The less skin elasticity is, the higher the chance that a stretching surgery will be needed along with face contouring surgery. Therefore, even if you are young, but your skin is not very elastic, then a lift is recommended.
How long does the numbness last?
Drowsiness is one of the symptoms of surgery that improves over time. When the nerves on the face heal, the feeling will begin to return. It may take 6 months to a year for the numbness to go away.