Cheekbone Reduction Surgery in Korea: A Guide to Different Zygoma Reduction Techniques
Cheekbone Reduction Surgery in Korea: A Guide to Different Zygoma Reduction TechniquesBy NJH Plastic Surgery (Noh Jong Hoon Plastic Surgery) Many Asians naturally have high or prominent cheekbones due to their underlying facial bone structure. Prominent zygomatic bones can make the face appear wider, more angular, or less softly contoured, which may create a stronger facial impression rather than the softer, more delicate look some people prefer. For this reason, cheekbone reduction surgery (zygoma reduction surgery) has become a popular type of facial contouring surgery. By reducing the prominence and width of the cheekbones, the procedure can help create a slimmer, softer, and more balanced facial contour with improved overall facial proportions. However, cheekbone structure varies from person to person, so the appropriate cheekbone reduction technique should be selected based on the specific location and degree of zygomatic bone prominence. The surgical approach may differ depending on whether the cheekbones …