Facial contouring

Zygoma (cheekbone) reduction

VIEW's zygoma reduction repositions a protruding cheekbone through a small incision and a double-fixing technique that lowers the risk of cheek sagging afterwards. The procedure takes about 1 hour under general anaesthesia.

Who it suits

Cheekbones that are high or clearly protruding
Mid-face width caused mainly by the cheekbones
Concerned about cheek sagging after cheekbone reduction

Technique highlights

Uses a double-fixing technique to reduce the chance of sagging
The cheekbone base is rotated and moved inward by roughly 45 degrees
Backed by a patented contouring technique and the 2018 Grand Award for Facial Contouring
Pre-surgical planning uses hospital-standard 3D-CT analysis

Surgical steps

The protruding zygomatic bone is cut and angled inward by about 45 degrees
The cheekbone base is rotated to reduce overall cheek width
The posterior part of the cheekbone is repositioned to follow the facial contour
The bone is fixed in place twice, lifting and securing the cheek to prevent sagging

Recovery & aftercare

About 1 day of initial recovery
Sutures removed and progress reviewed within 1 week
RF or ultrasound treatments help reduce swelling during the first week
Follow-up CT and X-ray check-ups within 1-6 months

Risks & things to consider

Results differ according to each patient's bone structure and skin
Some stiffness when opening the mouth or chewing may occur early in recovery
Carries the same bleeding or inflammation risks as other facial bone surgery

Frequently asked questions

Will I feel tightness when opening my mouth after zygoma reduction?

You may notice some sensation when opening your mouth, chewing or talking at first because the cheekbone has been fixed in place; this eases as recovery progresses.

Why does VIEW emphasise the double-fixing technique?

Double fixing lifts and secures the cheek structure after the bone is cut, lowering the chance of sagging compared with standard fixation, for a more natural, contoured result.

Can the cheekbone grow back?

If the bone is removed correctly it will not fuse back, though the nearby chewing muscle can enlarge, which can be corrected with botulinum toxin.