I want more slim and less round face. What surgery do I need? (photos)

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I think my face looks too round and wide. My cheeks look a bit chubby and nose tip too round. I also think that my face looks a bit too wide around the jaw. With that said, actually I'm not overweight. I am very thin person. Maybe even underweight. I had Juvederm Voluma to make the cheekbones higher (1 syringe each side) but sadly my face still looks round. I want more defined cheekbones, slim cheeks, less round nose tip and more narrow face around the jaw area. What surgeries do I need?

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Dear svr700,There are a few things that can be done, although I do not recommend you get surgery for all of itFor example, a buccal fat pad removal would reduce the size of the chubby cheeks and give more contour under the cheekbonesA rhinoplasty can create a more defined tip that is more narrowVoluma injections are OK, but for better and sharper cheekbones, Radiesse is excellent to create razor sharp bonesFor the jawline, I would suggest Botox for this area to slim it.  Although it is not permanent, you do not need to have continuous injections because the muscle become slimmer over timeWhen you are ready, please visit a board certified facial plastic surgeon who can examine you and make recommendationsBest,Dr. Nima
Member, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Board Certified in Head and Neck Surgery

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Male rhinoplasty and cheek implants for a more masculine and attractive appearance. These will give you what you are looking for if you see a very experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who will not overdo your cheeks or nose. See several surgeons for an opinion and choose the one whose noses you like best.

Jeffrey H. Spiegel, MD · Answer

I'd suggest facial feminization.  This is not only for transgender persons.  When you adjust the face like you want we are adjusting the jaw and other bones. Look at my videos about jaw contouring and facial feminization.  You can maintain any gender appearance you want, but adjusting the bones falls into that category of surgery.

P. Daniel Ward, MD · Answer

There are many things that you could consider doing to achieve your desired results. If you are bothered by your nose, a rhinoplasty would certainly lead to a less wide nose. Regarding your face, you could consider buccal fat removal and lower face liposuction. You could also consider a small chin augmentation to lengthen the chin a little bit.

Kimberly Lee, MD · Answer

Based on the limited photos provided, it appears you would be a good candidate for buccal fat removal to slim the face.  The nose can also be addressed to give a more refined appearance.  Please consult with a board certified specialist who can help you achieve the results you seek.  3-dimensional computer imaging can help you visualize what you may look like afterwards and serve as an important communication tool with your surgeon.

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