How Much Effect Does 230-Degree Three-Dimensional Zygomatic Reduction Have?

Hello, this is Director Jo Hyun-woo of 입체성형외과.

There is a contouring surgery that takes about 30 minutes and allows a quick return to daily life after surgery.

It is the 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction.

Today, I would like to clear up misconceptions about 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction and provide more accurate information so that those currently considering surgery can make the right choice without being swayed by baseless claims.

230-Degree Three-Dimensional Zygomatic Reduction

The 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction performed through a scalp incision removes the same amount of the side cheekbone as the general 3D cheekbone reduction surgery.

Of course, because there is no resection of the 45-degree cheekbone, the amount reduced in the 45-degree cheekbone area is different, but saying that it has no effect is incorrect.

CT before 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction

The CT shown here is a view of the facial bones from below looking upward.

In the 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction, the 45-degree cheekbone area is not completely cut out; only part of it is osteotomized, while the side cheekbone is fully osteotomized.

CT after 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction

If you look at the post-surgery CT, the side cheekbone has moved inward, and the bones have fully fused, showing a state of good natural adhesion.

Of course, if the side cheekbone were simply pushed inward and left as is, the 45-degree cheekbone would remain. However, in patients with a developed 45-degree cheekbone, the partially osteotomized 45-degree cheekbone area is shaved to reduce its volume.

CT before and after 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction

As you can see, not only has the side cheekbone moved inward, but the 45-degree cheekbone has also been smoothly shaved, reducing its volume.

I will also show you actual patient photos.

Before and after 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction

This is a patient who underwent 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction.

If you compare the before-and-after photos, you can clearly see that the 45-degree cheekbone has been reduced.

As you can see, 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction is not a surgery that only affects the side cheekbone. It reduces cheekbone volume by pushing the side cheekbone inward, and the 45-degree cheekbone can be sufficiently addressed through the shaving process.

How Is It Different from 3D Cheekbone Reduction Surgery?

3D cheekbone reduction surgery is a procedure that resects and removes part of the cheekbone, so it is more effective for people with significantly developed cheekbones.

CT before and after 3D cheekbone reduction

CT before and after 3D cheekbone reduction

Before and after 3D cheekbone reduction

For those whose 45-degree cheekbones are especially developed, or for those who want to reduce their cheekbones as much as possible regardless of anesthesia method or swelling, I would recommend 3D cheekbone reduction surgery. However, I do not think patients who can be sufficiently treated with 230-degree three-dimensional zygomatic reduction need to undergo 3D cheekbone reduction surgery unnecessarily.

At 입체성형외과, the patient’s bone condition is carefully analyzed through 3D CT scanning, and a precise diagnosis is made regarding which surgery is needed.

For a highly satisfying surgical result, it is important to accurately understand your own bone development status and choose the surgical method that is right for you.

Thank you.