Jaw Reduction
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Jaw Reduction in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco
Your jawline is a defining feature that frames your face and shapes your overall appearance. If you feel that your jaw is too prominent, wide, or doesn’t align with your aesthetic goals, jaw reduction surgery at Wave Plastic Surgery offers a solution to refine and contour your facial structure for a more balanced, harmonious look. With locations in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco.
You’ll learn about mandible reduction techniques, both surgical and non-surgical, that can help narrow and slim the lower third of your face. Our expert Los Angeles plastic surgeons specialize in tailored approaches, ensuring you achieve a natural, proportionate result. Discover the benefits, process, and recovery expectations of jaw reduction surgery, and take the first step toward a jawline that complements your unique features.
How does Mandible Reduction Surgery work?
Who is a Good Candidate for Jaw Reduction?
Mandible reduction surgery is ideal for individuals who feel their jawline is too prominent or wide and wish to achieve a slimmer, more balanced appearance. Non-surgical options like liposuction and neuromodulators are suited for those with minor fullness or a stronger masseter muscle, while surgical techniques are better for individuals seeking a more dramatic contouring of the jaw structure. A consultation with a specialist can help determine the best approach based on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Non-Surgical and Surgical Techniques
There are various techniques to help achieve a refined jawline. Non-surgical methods include:
- Liposuction: Removes excess fat in the jaw area to reduce fullness.
- Neuromodulators (e.g., botulinum toxin): Temporarily relaxes the masseter muscle, which can slim the jawline over time.
For more noticeable changes, surgical methods may be recommended:
- Bone Filing and Muscle Reduction: Involves carefully filing down the jawbone and removing a portion of the muscle to create a more delicate, V-shaped jawline. The muscle will still function normally, but the overall fullness is decreased, achieving a softer, oval-shaped jawline.
The Consultation Process
The Surgery Procedure and Recovery
The surgical procedure for mandible reduction typically involves a small incision inside the mouth, which avoids any visible scarring. Through this incision, the outer layer of the enlarged mandible is carefully removed using a surgical burr, gradually narrowing the jawline. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia with intubation to secure the airway, and may involve an external or intraoral approach, depending on individual needs.
After the surgery, patients are observed in the recovery room before being discharged. Recovery includes mild swelling and bruising that can last for 1-2 weeks, with most patients able to resume regular activities shortly after. Full results are visible within a few months as the swelling subsides, revealing a more refined, balanced jawline.
Benefits and Risks of Mandible Reduction Surgery
Mandible reduction surgery offers a range of benefits, including a slimmer, more balanced jawline, improved facial harmony, and enhanced self-confidence. However, like all surgical procedures, there are some potential risks, such as swelling, temporary nerve sensitivity, or scarring (though minimal with an internal incision). Discussing these risks with a qualified surgeon is essential to ensure realistic expectations and a clear understanding of the recovery process.
The Results
Patients typically have minor discomfort as the incisions heal for a few days. Swelling can typically last for a couple of weeks, but most patients can return to work after a week. The final results can take up to 3-6 months to manifest, although a noticeable difference can be seen within days as swelling subsides.
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Non-Surgical Mandible Reduction
Non-surgical techniques are essentially limited to cases in which the masseter is enlarged. A convenient method to treat an enlarged muscle is through the use of Botox injections.
Botox is injected into the enlarged muscle, weakening it so it slowly becomes smaller through atrophy over the course of several months. There is no downtime with this non-surgical approach and improvement is gradual—nobody will notice that you have had Botox treatments performed.
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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 shining results are evidence of Peter’s expertise.
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