For true beauty that is not just 'pretty' like everyone else.
Beyond the line, to the face.
ETONNE's comprehensive facial shape correction.
ETONNE HOLISTIC FACIAL CONTOURING
Chin Surgery
Also called Genioplasty
Chin surgery is a surgery that cuts the chin bone (osteotomy) to adjust the length, forward–backward position, and shape of the chin to the facial proportions. If the chin is short and blunt, the cut bone is moved forward to lengthen it, and if the chin is long or protrudes forward, it is shortened, moved back as needed, and fixed, with V osteotomy and T osteotomy modified or combined to suit each person's face shape and the position of the nerve line. Augmenting the chin with an implant is also performed. At ETONNE in Gangnam, Seoul (Gangnam-daero, Nonhyeon Station), the surgery is performed by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kim Jaegon.
The true value of beauty revealed by a sharp and distinct chin.
Facial contouring comes with high expectations and worries, making the beginning crucial.
Considering even your feelings, ETONNE analyzes properly from the start and cares for you thoroughly.
Distinct Chin.
We deeply consult each individual's face shape, preferred image, and the position of the nerve lines
to find the most suitable line for them. By considering the overall shape for the maximum effect with minimal changes,
we create a face shape with clear lines that are also natural.
The Ideal Chin
The various methods of chin surgery are variations or combinations of V osteotomy and T osteotomy.
ETONNE suggests the most fitting method for each individual, completing faces with ideal proportions through the high-level skills of
facial contouring experienced plastic surgeons and advanced equipment.
If the chin tip is blunt and short, the bone at the chin tip is advanced forward to extend its length,
while for a protruding chin, the bone at the chin tip is cut to shorten it, moved back as needed, and then fixed.
Both the length and position of the chin tip are considered, proceeding with customized surgery.
Precise Surgery, Healthy Recovery.
Plastic surgeons with skilled techniques and a fine touch
perform surgery efficiently to minimize physical stress, After surgery,
they do their best to manage for a healthier life.
Precise surgery, healthy recovery.
A board-certified plastic surgeon with skilled technique and a delicate touch operates swiftly to minimize strain on the body, and we do our best to care for you after surgery for a healthier life.
Surgery time
About 30 min
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Admission
None, discharge on the day of surgery
After care
About 2-3 times
Stitch removal
None (dissolvable sutures inside the mouth)
Recovery time
Taping removed after about 7 days, daily activities possible
POINT 1.
Accurate diagnosis and definitive solution.
We do not plan excessive bone surgery for a smaller, beautiful face shape,
as the causes can vary greatly.
ETONNE, which plans multiple surgeries together,
offers the most suitable combined surgery solution for each individual.
CAUSE
Bone
Elasticity & Sagging
Soft Tissue
SOLUTION
Bone Contouring Surgery for Cheek, Mandible and Chin
Lifting Surgery, thread lifting, laser, HIFU etc. depending on the degree.
Deficient Volume replacement with Autologous fat graft or Filler injection Excessive Soft Tissue Contouring with Liposuction or Botox
What is soft tissue?
Tissue that is not bone or cartilage, such as fat, muscle, and connective tissue.
CAUSE
SOLUTION
Bone
Bone Contouring Surgery for Cheek, Mandible and Chin
Elasticity & Sagging
Lifting Surgery, thread lifting, laser, HIFU etc. depending on the degree.
Soft Tissue
Deficient Volume replacement with Autologous fat graft or Filler injection
Excessive Soft Tissue Contouring with Liposuction or Botox
What is soft tissue?
Tissue that is not bone or cartilage, such as fat, muscle, and connective tissue.
Facial Bone.
A slender and smooth front combined with natural edges on the sides.
By moving the highlights to the most appropriate point, it creates a beautiful apple zone from any angle.
1. Frontal view
A. Chin surgery considering the balance of the face and the angle of the jaw. B. Osteotomy with the nerve position confirmed.
2. Side view
C. Tailored Surgery depending on the shape and size of the cheek bone. D. A side profile with appropriately highlighted jawline angles.
Elasticity and Soft Tissue.
Lifting sagging skin and adjusting excess soft tissue to create an elastic line.
Adding volume to flat areas for a balanced and three-dimensional appearance.
1. Frontal view
A. Lack of volume: Autologous fat graft / Filler injection B. Lifting Surgery for Lower face sagging C. Soft tissue removal or reduction
2. Side view
D. Liposuction in case of excessive fat. E. Lifting Surgery of jowl lines. F. Lifting Surgery of Neck G. Liposculpting for Jaw and Neck Lines.
POINT 2.
Safe Materials and Surgical Methods
Reliable Fixation using OSTEOMED screws and plates.
✓ FDA-approved screws with strong bone fixation power.
✓ Inside the mouth, closed with fine dissolvable sutures.
ETONNE puts patient safety and benefit before cost when choosing materials.
Multi Layer Stitch
✓ Securing the wound with strong sutures and multiple internal stitching.
✓ The skin incision is closed with thin sutures to reduce scarring and discomfort.
For a quick recovery and ease in daily life after surgery, we adopt surgical methods backed by confirmed evidence.
Evidence based Medicine
✓ Surgical methods backed by confirmed clinical evidence.
✓ Surgical methods whose evidence is confirmed by data.
We use the most proven surgical methods focused on life that continues even after the surgery.
POINT 3.
Evidence based Medicine
"If it's not proven, it's not medicine.
If I wouldn't do it to my family, I won't do it to my patients either."
ETONNE's core medical philosophy is to insist on medicine
whose safety and efficacy have been proven through numerous experiments and clinical trials.
Step 1
Laboratory
Idea Chemistry Test
Step 2
Clinical Trials
Clinical practice ① → Clinical practice ② → Clinical practice ③
Step 3
Evidence
Standardization
Check the remaining bones
after surgery.
When unnecessary bones are removed, there is no place
for soft tissues to settle, leading to sagging or deformation,
ultimately resulting in an unattractive facial line.
Removing only the bone that is truly necessary, without unnecessary resection, and leaving it well shaped
helps reduce side effects and create a natural facial line.
At ETONNE, our top priority is building trust based on patient safety and satisfaction. From transparent process sharing before surgery to professional care afterward, we are committed to providing high-quality medical services.
Precise Examinations
To minimize potential errors and the physical strain on the patient during surgery, we conduct precise examinations and diagnoses before the surgery.
Ensuring Safety During Surgery
We are equipped with a sterile operating environment, an HVAC system using HEPA filters, and an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to provide power even in the event of a sudden blackout, preparing for all possible scenarios during surgery.
Delicate Post-Surgery Care
After surgery, we assist recovery with a personalized healing program and provide a specially designed ETONNE Kit to ensure you can lead a healthy life on your own after returning to your daily routine.
In-House Anesthesiologist
Board-certified Anesthesiologist continuously monitors the patient's vital signs during surgery and remains on-site after the procedure to manage the patient's recovery process.
Customized Recovery Program for the Healing
Quickly, thoroughly. Exceptionally fast recovery beyond expectations is also a testament to ETONNE's expertise. The physician personally manages with meticulous care according to the patient's constitution and condition. For a swift return to daily life, choose ETONNE
Proactive Prevention
Based on the highest standards of technology, we meticulously plan surgeries to minimize bruising and swelling from the very beginning, ensuring a smoother and quicker recovery process.
Closely monitored treatments
Your recovery is supported through a combination of prescribed medications, specialized laser treatments, and proven effective injections to facilitate overall healing.
Postoperative Care
After surgery, we provide a kit containing pain relievers, antiseptic supplies, ointment, masks, and instructions to enable self-care and facilitate recovery.
Swelling Reduction
We provide a care kit that includes a cold compress pack to assist in rapid swelling relief.
1:1 Consultation
We offer a 1:1 chat service and keep emergency contact information readily available, leaving no room for worry.
Beautiful young people are accidents of nature, but beautiful old people are works of art.
ETONNE
FACIAL CONTOURING SPECIALIST
ETONNE's dedicated face specialists
Doctor. Kim Harkyoung
“ Surgery is done for happiness, you know. Your face is part of your body too.
It's not just about looking pretty right now;
it has to be safe and usable for a long time.
It should still be aesthetically pleasing and functional 20, 30 years down the line. ”
Doctor. Kim Jaegon
“ The textbooks tell you how to cut the bone.
What's needed is that plus alpha.
You've got to safely reduce the bone and accurately identify any other causes.
That's why in contouring surgery, it's not just about the bone; you have to skillfully handle the soft tissue too.
After all, the face isn't just made of bone. ”
Precautions
Swelling and bruising may occur after surgery, and how long they take to subside varies from person to person. A scar remains at the incision site, and in rare cases bleeding, infection, inflammation, or left–right asymmetry may occur, which may require additional treatment. When the chin bone is cut and moved, the sensation of the lower lip and chin may become dull, and in rare cases, a nerve may be injured and reduced sensation may last a long time, or the moved bone may not join in place or may join out of position, which may require surgery to fix it again. When an implant is inserted, the implant may move or be felt. Please tell us at your pre-surgery consultation about any medications you take, including blood thinners such as anticoagulants, as well as any medical conditions and whether you smoke. During recovery, please avoid alcohol and smoking and attend follow-up visits as scheduled. Please make your decision after you have been fully informed of the risks and of alternative options. Results and recovery vary from person to person.
Who It's For
When the chin is short and blunt, making the lower face look short
When the chin looks long or protruding
When the chin is wide and blunt, so the jawline does not look slim
Yes. When the chin is short and blunt, the chin bone is cut and moved forward to lengthen it, and when the chin is long, it is cut to shorten it, moved back as needed, and then fixed with plates and screws. At ETONNE, we discuss your face shape, the image you want, and the position of the nerve line together, and decide how to modify or combine V osteotomy and T osteotomy.
Can the sensation of the lower lip or chin change after surgery?
Because sensory nerves run around the chin, the sensation of the lower lip and chin may become dull after surgery, and in rare cases, a nerve may be injured and reduced sensation may last a long time. At ETONNE, we check the position of the nerve line during the consultation and examination to decide the extent of the osteotomy.
Where will the scar be?
A scar remains at the incision site. The incision is made inside the mouth and closed with dissolvable sutures, so there are no stitches to remove. How the scar settles varies from person to person.
Can it be done together with square jaw surgery or cheekbone reduction?
Chin surgery can be done on its own, and it is also planned together with square jaw surgery or cheekbone reduction as 3 Part Facial Contouring. Because the chin shapes the proportions of the jawline and the whole face, at ETONNE we analyze the facial bones and soft tissues together and then decide at the consultation whether to combine them.
What are the anesthesia, surgery time, and recovery schedule?
The surgery takes about 30 minutes under general anesthesia, and you go home the same day without hospitalization. The inside of the mouth is closed with dissolvable sutures, so there are no stitches to remove, and taping is removed after about 7 days, after which daily activities are possible. About 2–3 follow-up visits are needed after surgery. How long swelling and bruising take to subside varies from person to person.
