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Total or partial inferior border ostectomy for mandibular contouring: indications and outcomes.
Nan Jiang1, Yuchun Hsu, Ashish Khadka
1State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China College of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, PR China.
Summary
Mandibular contouring using inferior border ostectomy effectively reshapes the jawline in East Asian patients. This cosmetic surgery significantly improves facial aesthetics by reducing lower facial length and mandibular width.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Aesthetics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- A long or square facial shape is often perceived as masculine and unattractive in East Asian populations.
- Many individuals seek cosmetic surgical procedures to achieve a more harmonious facial contour.
- Mandibular contouring for long or asymmetrical faces, with or without a square jaw, is infrequently documented.
Observation:
- This study investigated the effectiveness of total or partial inferior border ostectomy for mandibular contouring.
- 74 patients underwent the procedure between July 2005 and November 2009 to correct disharmonious facial contours.
- The procedure aimed to address aesthetic concerns related to facial length and mandibular width.
Findings:
- Postoperative assessments revealed effective reduction in the length of the lower face and mandibular width.
- The surgical intervention significantly improved the overall mandibular contour.
- Both surgeons and patients reported high satisfaction with the final aesthetic outcomes.
Implications:
- Total or partial inferior border ostectomy is an effective method for improving facial contour in East Asian aesthetics.
- The procedure offers a viable surgical solution for achieving a harmonious facial outline.
- Further research can explore specific indications and long-term results of this mandibular contouring technique.
