Cheekbone Revision for a Flat, Asymmetric Face: A 3D Revision Solution
A patient visited O.N Clinic for revision Surgery after their cheekbones had widened and become severely asymmetrical following a previous cheekbone Surgery. We understand that the changes after the first Surgery must have been a great concern, and in such cases, accurate diagnosis and precise Planning are of utmost importance.
Why is Revision Cheekbone Surgery Necessary?
It is often reported that after initial cheekbone Surgery, the face may appear wider or asymmetry may worsen. This can be due to the cheekbones not being sufficiently brought inward, or conversely, spreading backward, which widens the face. In particular, the face may look wide in frontal photos, but this may not be easily noticed from certain angles, such as in selfies.
In this patient's case, the right cheekbone was wider than the left, causing severe asymmetry. A 3D CT analysis revealed that the posterior cheekbones were excessively spread, leading to left-right asymmetry in the facial contour. In this state, the face can appear generally wide and flat.
O.N Clinic's Approach to Revision Cheekbone Surgery
At O.N Clinic, we aim for Surgery that goes beyond simply shaving bone, considering the overall three-dimensionality and balance of the entire face. To improve the patient's wide face and asymmetry, we focused on the following key improvements:
- Midface Reduction and Cheekbone Repositioning: The depressed cheekbones are brought back outward to visually reduce the midface and give the face a more three-dimensional appearance.
- Correction of Spread Cheekbones: The inner space of the widely spread posterior cheekbones is reduced to narrow the overall facial width and create a smooth, straight cheekbone line.
- Asymmetry Improvement: The degree of spread of the left and right cheekbones is precisely adjusted to maximize the improvement of facial asymmetry.
Revision cheekbone Surgery requires even more delicate and advanced techniques than the initial Surgery. It is crucial to accurately understand the altered bone structure and soft tissue condition from the previous Surgery and to provide an optimal solution tailored to the individual's facial characteristics.
In my Consultation room, I explained the Planning in detail to the patient while reviewing 3D CT images together. The patient expressed their anticipation for the improved appearance, and I also strived to provide the most satisfactory results. The Surgery was successfully performed, and we were able to achieve the three-dimensional and balanced facial shape the patient desired.
Expected Post-Surgery Effects
Through this approach, after Surgery, the eyes may visually appear larger, and the face as a whole may become smaller, more three-dimensional, and more refined, leading to a more sophisticated and harmonious impression. By bringing the widely spread bones inward, the facial contour changes to become more harmonious.
Revision cheekbone Surgery should focus not just on reducing bone, but on restoring overall facial harmony and naturalness. The ultimate goal is to improve facial width and asymmetry, creating a more refined and satisfying impression. If you are considering revision cheekbone Surgery, it is important to have a thorough Consultation with a specialist who has extensive experience and expertise to find the most suitable method for you.
O.N Clinic | Last reviewed 2026-05-23