Facial bone and contouring revision surgery

Who it suits

• Previous cheekbone, jaw or double jaw surgery with an unsatisfying result
• A secondary jaw angle or post-operative asymmetry

Technique highlights

• Planned from CT taken before and after the previous operation
• Performed by a director who has worked only on facial bone for 20+ years

Surgical steps

• CT to review remaining bone, previous osteotomy lines and fixation
• Plan new cuts that avoid the nerve and maximise bone contact
• Perform the revision and secure stable fixation

Recovery & aftercare

• Recovery can be longer than a primary case because of previous scarring

Risks & things to consider

• The achievable result depends on how much bone the first operation left
• The nerve canal and existing hardware must be assessed carefully first

Frequently asked questions

Playlist: Revision surgery

6 clips in this playlist from the hospital's official channel.

• Everything about facial bone revision surgery
• Failed cheekbone surgery seen on CT
• Why revision surgery is really needed after failed jaw or contouring surgery
• Facial contouring revision — did it work this time?

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