Cheekbone reduction surgery in Seoul, planned in 3D
3D cheekbone reduction narrows the face by treating the front, 45° and side views together. The front of the cheekbone is cut, rotated and moved, which reduces protrusion and reshapes the curve.
- Surgery timeAbout 90–120 minutes
- AnesthesiaGeneral anesthesia
- Follow-up visits2–3 check-ups
The story
Looking for a smaller, softer face shape without losing a youthful lift?
Wide cheekbones can make the face look broad from the front, and a strong shadow under the cheekbone can add to the impression. Some people also feel that the area under the cheekbone looks hollow with age.
3D cheekbone reduction treats the front, 45° and side views together. The bone is reshaped along a planned path, and the soft tissue is cared for so the cheeks do not sag afterwards.
Surgery takes about 90–120 minutes under general anesthesia, and stitches are removed around 7 days after surgery. Most people return to daily routines in 7–10 days, with 2–3 check-ups along the way.
Planned around your face
Pascal 3D Cheekbone (Zygoma) Reduction Surgery
What the treatment involvesPascal’s oral and maxillofacial team plans the bone path on a 3D CT simulation, and the plastic surgery team cares for the soft tissue so the cheeks do not sag afterwards.
Individual results vary. Your surgeon confirms suitability at an in-person exam.
Is it right for you?
Who it is for
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Your cheekbones stick out to the side and widen your face
- 02
Your 45° cheekbone casts a strong shadow under the eye
- 03
The area under the cheekbone looks hollow and ages you
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Your face outline looks uneven and you want a smooth curve
- 05
You want a smaller cheekbone without losing a youthful lift
Results you can expect
What to expect
- Face width is reduced, giving a smaller face shape
- A curved cheekbone line looks softer
- The right amount of front cheek volume is kept
- Soft-tissue care helps skin stay firm after surgery
Individual results vary. Your surgeon confirms suitability at an in-person exam.
Before you book
The facts at a glance
- Surgery time
- About 90–120 minutes
- Anesthesia
- General anesthesia
- Follow-up visits
- 2–3 check-ups
- Stitch removal
- About 7 days after surgery
- Back to daily routine
- In 7–10 days
- Price
- Quoted after your exam
After the treatment
Aftercare
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Your surgeon gives detailed post-operative instructions, including diet, activity and check-up dates.
Your doctors
Who performs it
Dr. Choi Jin-young
Representative Director, Pascal Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
MD, PhD, DDS · Oral & maxillofacial surgeon
Dr. Lee Sang-yoon
Director
DDS · Oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How is the bone cut planned?
Pascal analyses cheekbone thickness and protrusion angle on 3D CT simulation and designs a cutting path that avoids nerve injury.
Will my cheeks sag after cheekbone reduction?
The team pairs bone work with soft-tissue care through plastic surgery collaboration, aiming to avoid sagging.
How long should I stay in Seoul?
Stitches come out about 7 days after surgery and most people resume routines in 7–10 days, so plan your stay with your coordinator.
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