Jaw Bone Shaving Surgery
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Your jaw shape plays a powerful role in your overall facial balance—soft or angular, feminine or masculine, wide or defined. For many, a prominent or square jawline can feel too harsh or heavy, especially when non-surgical solutions like contouring, filler, or facial exercises don’t deliver real results. If you’ve been frustrated by a jawline that feels too wide or unbalanced, jaw bone shaving surgery may offer the permanent, sculpted transformation you’ve been seeking.
At Wave Plastic Surgery, we specialize in facial bone contouring using advanced Korean-level techniques—without requiring overseas travel. As one of the few practices in the U.S. performing true jaw bone shaving surgery, we help patients achieve dramatic, long-lasting results with natural aesthetics and precision.
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What Is Jaw Bone Shaving?
Jaw bone shaving, also known as mandible reduction surgery or jaw contouring, is a surgical procedure that reshapes and slims the lower jawbone. By carefully shaving down the mandible’s angle and width, surgeons can reduce facial width, soften angular lines, and create a smoother, more balanced jawline.
This procedure is commonly sought after by patients desiring:
- A V-line or heart-shaped face
- Reduction of a wide or square jaw
- Feminine or softer facial features
- Enhanced facial symmetry and contour
Unlike temporary fixes like injectable fillers or facial slimming treatments, jaw bone shaving offers a structural, permanent solution by reshaping the actual bone—not just the soft tissue.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a strong candidate for jaw bone shaving if you:
- Have a wide or angular lower face due to bone—not just fat
- Are in good physical health with stable weight
- Are seeking permanent reshaping of the jawline
- Want a softer or more refined facial contour
This procedure is especially popular among:
- Women looking for V-shape refinement
- Asian patients seeking facial balance without traveling overseas
- Transgender and non-binary individuals seeking gender-affirming features
Procedure Overview
Jaw bone shaving is performed under general anesthesia and typically involves:
- Intraoral incisions (no visible scarring)
- Reshaping the mandibular angle and jawline using high-speed surgical burrs
- Surgical time: about 2–3 hours
- Recovery time: 2–4 weeks for most visible swelling to subside; full healing in 3–6 months
During recovery:
- Patients may experience swelling, bruising, and temporary jaw tightness
- A liquid-to-soft food diet may be recommended initially
- Most patients resume light activity within a week
Get Your Consultation Today
Give us a call today to schedule a consultation with one of the plastic surgery experts at Wave Plastic Surgery to learn more about the procedure and the thread face lift cost.
Jaw Bone Shaving vs Other Contouring Procedures
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Procedure | Targets | Ideal For |
Jaw Bone Shaving | Mandible bone | Wide jaw, square face, V-line goals |
Mandible Contouring | Muscle + bone | Hypertrophic masseter + bone reshaping |
V-Line Surgery | Jaw + chin | Slimmer lower face, more taper |
Chin Reduction | Chin tip | Long chin, overprojection |
Cheek Reduction | Buccal fat or zygomatic arch | Wider midface |
Combining procedures may yield the most dramatic and harmonious result. At Wave, our surgical team designs fully customized treatment plans to ensure facial balance, proportion, and alignment with your aesthetic goals.
Benefits of Jaw Bone Shaving
- Permanent reshaping of lower facial bone
- Enhances femininity or softens masculine features
- Defines and slims the jawline
- Creates facial harmony and balance
- Boosts confidence through structural transformation
Why Choose Wave Plastic Surgery?
Wave is one of the only U.S.-based practices specializing in facial bone shaving—bringing the refined precision of Korean contouring techniques to Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco.
What sets us apart:
- Expertise in facial bone surgery, not just soft tissue procedures
- Board-certified surgeons with international training in advanced bone contouring
- Multilingual staff and culturally sensitive care
- State-of-the-art surgical suites with full patient support and comfort
- Trusted by international patients seeking American-based excellence
Get Your Consultation Today
Give us a call today to schedule your consultation with one of our plastic surgeons at Wave Plastic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
The procedure is done under general anesthesia. Post-op discomfort is manageable with prescribed medication and typically improves within a week.
Most swelling subsides in 2–4 weeks, with full recovery in several months.
Yes, jaw bone shaving can masculinize or feminize depending on the goal.
No. The surgery does not interfere with jaw joint function or dental alignment.
Yes, the changes made to the bone are permanent.
No. Wave offers this procedure in California using advanced techniques comparable to Korea.
Give us a call today to schedule your Jaw Bone Surgery consultation with one of our plastic surgeons at Wave Plastic Surgery.
Considering a Full Facial Transformation?
Jaw shaving enhances the lower third of the face—but what if you’re ready for a full rejuvenation?
Wave also offers advanced facelift (rhytidectomy) procedures to lift sagging skin, redefine facial contours, and restore youthful volume. Pairing jaw contouring with a facelift can create a sculpted, balanced, and lifted appearance from top to bottom.
Schedule a Consultation
Ready to sculpt the jawline you’ve always wanted? Our expert surgeons are available in multiple convenient California locations:
📍 Los Angeles
📍 Orange County
📍 San Francisco
📞 Call us today or request your consultation online. Limited appointments available.
Our Bone Shaving Specialist
Peter Lee
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Peter is CEO and Chief Surgeon of WAVE Plastic Surgery Center with over 20 years of plastic surgery experience, overlooking 30K+ successful plastic surgery cases. He has mentored master surgeons around the world in state-of-the-art techniques, and has been inducted into the RealSelf 100 & 500 Hall of Fame.
His many accolades and first hand results are evidence of Peter’s expertise.
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