A Philtrum Reduction Clinic: Realistic Information You Should Check Before Surgery

A Philtrum Reduction Clinic,

Realistic Information You Should Check Before Surgery

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Philtrum Reduction Clinic

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If your philtrum is long, your facial impression can easily look older.

That is especially true if people often tell you that you look "heavy" when you have a neutral expression.

That is likely why you searched for philtrum reduction surgery, but when you actually look into it, there are not as many places that clearly explain how the surgery is planned and how recovery goes.

So in this article, we have included the things you must know before making a decision, from the specific planning principles to the realistic flow of recovery.

Philtrum reduction is not a "shortening" surgery,

but a surgery that rebalances proportions

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There is a question we always ask first when patients come for a consultation.

What made you feel that your philtrum is long?

There is a reason we ask this.

Concerns about philtrum length usually start from photos, not mirrors.

If you feel that your face looks especially heavy or older in a front-facing photo, it may be because of the philtrum itself, but it may also be due to the proportions of the entire midface.

In aesthetic plastic surgery, one of the most commonly used standards for judging facial balance is the "thirds ratio."

If the distance from the hairline to the eyebrows, from the eyebrows to the tip of the nose, and from the tip of the nose to the chin are roughly close to 1:1:1, the face tends to be perceived as more harmonious.

When the philtrum is longer, the proportion from the tip of the nose to the chin appears relatively greater, which can make the entire face feel as if it is sagging downward.

That is why philtrum reduction surgery is not simply about cutting away a few millimeters of skin.

It is first a surgery that plans how to restore disrupted proportions.

If the philtrum looks relatively more prominent because the tip of the nose is low, combining the approach with nose surgery can make the result look more natural.

If the philtrum itself is truly long, you may be able to expect a change in your impression through surgery alone.

Of course, this surgery is not the answer for everyone.

If the philtrum skin has very low elasticity and significant sagging, or if you have a keloid skin type and are sensitive to the possibility of small scars after surgery, we honestly advise you to be cautious when deciding.

If there seems to be more downside than benefit for you, then discouraging surgery is also part of our role.

Therefore, it is important to confirm through consultation which case you fall into.

How the first week after surgery actually goes

I will tell you honestly

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Once the direction of the surgery has been outlined, the next thing you absolutely need to know is how recovery after surgery actually unfolds.

Can you go to work the very next day after surgery?

This is a question that comes up very often in consultations.

To be honest, it is not easy.

Up to day 3 after surgery is when swelling is at its worst, and because the area around the nose and philtrum is noticeably swollen, it is realistic to take at least 3 days of rest.

Starting after day 3, the swelling gradually begins to go down.

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At this point, the speed of recovery can vary depending on the posture you maintain.

Because swelling is affected by gravity and tends to move downward, it is best to remain sitting or standing as much as possible during the recovery period.

When sleeping, we recommend elevating your pillow a little higher than usual.

It may seem minor, but this can affect how quickly the swelling improves.

You may wash your face with light water cleansing starting the day after surgery.

However, you should avoid directly rubbing the surgical area, and you should also refrain from wiping inside the nose with cotton swabs or blowing your nose forcefully for two weeks after suture removal.

Sutures are removed on day 7 after surgery, and makeup is allowed starting the following day.

Because the surgical area remains sensitive to ultraviolet rays for 2 months after surgery, please make sure to use sunscreen when going out.

What Glovi Plastic Surgery Clinic would like to say to those considering philtrum reduction surgery is one thing.

It is more important to understand your own structure accurately first than to decide whether to have surgery.

It is Glovi's principle to transparently disclose the precautions and possible side effects that patients should know.

If you are wondering whether philtrum reduction surgery is the most suitable direction for you, please feel free to leave an inquiry for consultation anytime.

※ All plastic surgeries and procedures may cause side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, and infection depending on the individual, so sufficient consultation with a specialist is necessary.

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Philtrum Reduction Clinic