Mini V-line vs full V-line surgery - which should I choose?

If your jaw is only moderately square, a 'mini' V-line (focused on the posterior jaw angle, sometimes with cortical/outer-table reduction) may give a sufficiently slimmer look with notably easier recovery, while full V-line addresses the entire jawline plus the chin for a comprehensive reshape. The right answer depends on where your width actually is — angle vs. body vs. chin — which a 3D CT and the surgeon's assessment reveal. Don't choose 'full' just because you traveled; over-reduction can hollow the lower face or risk sagging. Bring photos showing the silhouette you want and let the bone analysis guide the extent. A skilled surgeon will sometimes recommend the smaller procedure even when you would pay for more.

This is general information — an in-person consultation with a board-certified specialist is the only way to get advice tailored to your anatomy and goals.