V-Line Surgery in Birmingham AL

Facial Contouring with V-Line Jaw Reduction

An increasingly popular cosmetic surgery procedure now available at Hedden & Gunn is V-Line Surgery. This facial contouring option creates a more slender and v-shaped appearance to the jawline and chin, producing an overall more heart-shaped face.

Originating in South Korea, the v-line jaw reduction procedure is sought by those who desire a sleeker, more feminine mid and lower face.

If you feel that your lower face is too wide or too square, v-line surgery can give you a sleeker facial shape that highlights your facial features within a more pleasing frame.

V-Line Surgery Candidates

Some people believe their lower face detracts from their overall appearance because it is too wide or square, giving them an overly masculine look. Those who wish to see a slimmer-appearing face and more streamlined facial contours may consider v-line surgery. Long popular in Asia, v-line facial contouring slims the lower face with a combination of jaw and chin surgery.

Candidates for V-line surgery should be in good physical health, must have stopped smoking or use of any tobacco products, and have realistic expectations.

V-Line Surgery Consultations

Dr. Stefani Fontana, the aesthetic surgery fellow, is available for v-line surgery consultations in Birmingham, Alabama. Your consultation is the perfect time to discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure. Dr. Fontana will carefully examine your jaw, chin and overall facial structure. Our physicians and experienced staff work closely with each patient to craft a custom surgical plan designed to achieve your desired look with natural and pleasing results.

V-Line Surgery Recovery and Results

Following your v-line surgery procedure, you will experience swelling, bruising and discomfort in the treated area. These symptoms should subside within two or three weeks. Patients should avoid strenuous activity and adhere to a soft food diet to avoid irritating the mouth. Most patients can return to work and their normal daily routine after a week. Your physician at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery will provide you with complete instructions on caring for yourself after surgery.

Patients must wear a compression garment to support the chin, jaw, and neck after v-line surgery. This garment is used to ensure that your new contours are preserved during the healing process. Once your recovery is complete, you can see your new permanent results. Because the incisions are made inside the mouth, no scars are left on the face.

Nonsurgical Facial Contouring Options

Botox, dermal fillers and thread lifts are available for people who would prefer to sculpt the face with a nonsurgical treatment. These options are temporary and involve soft tissue only, while facial contouring with v-line surgery provides a permanent solution by removing excess bone.

Injections of Botox, or botulinum toxin, can be used to relax the masseter muscles at the corners of the jaw. Sometimes called masseter botox, these injections can temporarily make the face appear slimmer. If you have tried masseter botox in the past and liked the result, v-line surgery could be an option for you.