Frequently Asked Questions

V-line surgery refers to facial contouring procedures that create a slimmer, V-shaped lower face—a beauty ideal in Korea and East Asia. **What It Includes:** • **Square Jaw Reduction**: Shaving the jaw angle bone for a narrower jawline • **Chin Reduction/Reshaping**: Creating a more pointed chin • **Cheekbone Reduction**: Reducing prominent cheekbones (often done together) **The Procedure:** • Performed under general anesthesia • Incisions made inside the mouth (no visible scars) • Surgery takes 2-4 hours • Hospital stay: usually overnight **Recovery:** • Major swelling for 2-4 weeks • Soft/liquid diet for 2-4 weeks • Full results visible in 3-6 months This is major surgery with significant recovery time, but results are permanent and dramatic.

**Non-Incisional (Suture/Buried Method):** • Small punctures, no cutting of skin • Sutures create the eyelid fold • Less swelling, faster recovery (5-7 days) • Best for: younger patients with thin eyelids and minimal fat • May loosen over time in some cases • Cost: Lower **Incisional Method:** • Small incision along the desired crease line • Excess skin and fat can be removed • More permanent results • Longer recovery (2+ weeks) • Best for: patients with thick/puffy eyelids, excess skin, or who want permanent results • Cost: Higher Your surgeon will recommend the best method based on your eyelid anatomy and goals. Learn more about double eyelid surgery or browse patient reviews to see real results.

Yes, combining procedures is common and can be cost-effective. Popular combinations include: **Commonly Combined:** • Double eyelid + Ptosis correction + Epicanthoplasty (eye package) • Rhinoplasty + Alarplasty (nose package) • Jaw reduction + Cheekbone reduction + Chin surgery (V-line package) • Facelift + Fat grafting • Breast augmentation + Liposuction **Benefits:** • Single recovery period • Single anesthesia session • Often discounted package pricing • One trip instead of multiple **Considerations:** • Longer surgery time • May need longer stay in Korea • Increased recovery demands • Not all combinations are safe—surgeon will advise Discuss with your surgeon what combinations are appropriate for your health and goals. You can request a consultation to get personalized advice.