Facial bone reshaping

On TV, we can always see glamorous female stars with pretty faces, good makeup and perfect figures. Therefore, they are loved by many fans and become the images pursued by many girls, who constantly try to imitate them. Among them, plastic surgery is the most common means of imitation. Because many people's face shapes are not perfect, they make them look like their favorite stars. In cosmetology, this is considered facial bone plastic surgery.

Facial plastic surgery is an effective way to repair and reshape the face through cosmetic surgery. Harmonious facial contours are not only the basis of a beautiful face, but also can bring out a person's overall temperament. According to medical records, many people are born with broad facial bones and tough and severe facial contours. For these people, facial plastic surgery can give them a delicate and small face.

1. Suitable type

(1) Fat type: This type of face is more dissatisfied, which is what many people call baby fat. The main reason for this type of facial dissatisfaction is fat accumulation. The main difficulty in slimming the face is to remove fat.

(2) Muscular type The main reason for this type of facial dissatisfaction is the hypertrophy of the masseter muscles. Most of the reasons are due to the overdeveloped muscles formed by frequent occlusal activities, and some may also have asymmetry.

(3) Skeletal type: This type of square face is mainly due to the skeleton. General methods are ineffective. The most effective way to slim down the face is to grind the bones and change the face shape.

2. Unsuitable type

(1) The motivation for seeking treatment is vague and the requirements for surgery are unclear.

(2) Being overly demanding, requiring 100% complete improvement.

(3) Over-emphasizing the effectiveness of plastic surgery and using celebrity photos as the standard.

(4) The surgery is not performed out of personal need but to please others.

(5) A sudden decision to undergo plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery due to some emotional reasons, such as setbacks in life.

(6) Those who have a history of multiple cosmetic surgeries and are dissatisfied with the results of previous surgeries.

(7) Those with a history of mental illness.

(8) People with scar-prone constitution.

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Facial plastic surgery can be divided into major categories, including nose plastic surgery (rhinoplasty, nose tip plastic surgery, deformed nose correction surgery, etc.), eye plastic surgery, facial plastic surgery, ear plastic surgery, and skin plastic surgery. Eye plastic surgery includes double eyelid surgery, eye bag removal, epicanthus correction, canthoplasty, etc., while facial plastic surgery includes mandibular angle plastic surgery, masseter plastic surgery, buccal fat pad plastic surgery, chin plastic surgery, zygomatic bone plastic surgery, etc. Ear plastic surgery includes deformity plastic surgery and ear reconstruction, etc. Skin plastic surgery is mostly for wrinkle removal, skin rejuvenation and freckle removal, etc.

1. Surgical method

It mainly includes bone reshaping and also soft tissue fat suction, which is called facial liposuction.

2. Injection method

Currently, the safest and most effective ones are botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid and autologous fat. Botulinum toxin targets the masseter muscle, and its main function is to inhibit the nerve control over the masseter muscle, causing this muscle to gradually atrophy. It has a significant effect on hypertrophy of the mandibular angle caused by hypertrophy of the masseter muscle. Hyaluronic acid and autologous fat are mainly used to fill sunken areas of the face, thereby changing the facial contour.

3. Prosthesis or autologous tissue filling method

Autologous tissues mainly include bone, cartilage, dermal composite tissue, etc., and biomaterials mainly include silicone and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene.

complication

1. Facial swelling

This may last from two weeks to a month; cold compresses after surgery can reduce postoperative swelling.

2. Facial nerve damage

Temporary facial nerve paralysis: It is caused by normal pulling during surgery or swelling of the wound; facial nerve damage may occur during zygomatic bone surgery. Mandibular surgery may result in asymmetry of the corners of the mouth. The chance of occurrence is not high, and it will slowly recover after two to three months.

3. Decreased sensation in the cheeks or around the mouth

This happens to a small number of patients, mainly due to compression of the facial sensory nerves caused by surgical traction and postoperative swelling. It is advisable to avoid overheating food to prevent accidental scalding. It usually takes two to four weeks for the wound to recover after the swelling subsides.

4. Bleeding from wounds, hematomas or bruises on the skin

Bleeding is the most common complication, so bleeding must be stopped thoroughly during surgery. Postoperative pressure bandage can prevent postoperative bleeding. Once a hematoma is formed, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible and receive timely treatment.

5. Difficulty opening the mouth

It is caused by swelling of the chewing muscles or wounds, and will slowly recover after the swelling subsides.

Precautions

1. Preoperative Preparation

(1) The applicant must be in good health and free from organic diseases of important organs, such as heart disease, hepatitis, nephritis, pneumonia, etc.

(2) No sources of oral infection, such as caries, periodontitis, oral ulcers, etc.

(3) Women should avoid surgery during the menstrual period.

(4) Routine blood and urine tests, chest X-ray, electrocardiogram and other routine health examinations should also be performed before surgery.

(5) Routinely take frontal and lateral head photographs for postoperative comparison and efficacy assessment. If conditions permit, a three-dimensional head CT scan can be performed. Take a maxillary X-ray to understand the development of the maxillary sinus.

(6) Stop smoking before surgery. Aspirin, birth control pills, and certain anti-inflammatory drugs can increase bleeding, so these drugs should be stopped some time before surgery.

2. Postoperative precautions

(1) Use antibiotics as directed by your doctor and take oral analgesics if necessary.

(2) Avoid spicy or irritating foods, such as tobacco, alcohol, and chili peppers.

(3) Ensure the surgical site is clean to prevent infection.

(4) Try to avoid making dramatic facial expressions within one week after face lift surgery.

(5) Do not wear frame glasses within one week after rhinoplasty surgery and avoid strenuous exercise within 1 day. Swelling will be more obvious 3 days after surgery and will start to subside on the 4th day.

(6) Keep your eyes clean after blepharoplasty. You can use eye drops to clean your eyes. If you have any vision problems, contact your doctor immediately.

(7) After oral surgery (including chin augmentation, lip surgery, etc.), you should eat semi-fluid food within one week after surgery and must rinse your mouth with mouthwash after meals for 3 to 5 days.

(8) Generally, the stitches are removed 3 to 7 days after surgery. When removing the stitches, care should be taken to protect the wound and avoid trauma.

(9) Come to the hospital for follow-up examination according to the doctor’s instructions after surgery.