Jaw reduction can address different areas of the mandible. Understanding the differences helps you communicate your goals with surgeons.
Jaw Anatomy
Key Areas
- Jaw Angle - Corner where jaw turns upward
- Mandible Body - Lower edge of jaw
- Chin - Front projection
Jaw Angle Reduction
What It Addresses
- Square jaw appearance
- Wide back of jaw
- Prominent angle when viewed from front
Technique
- Bone at angle cut and reduced
- Creates softer jaw corner
- Incision inside mouth
Best For
- Square face shape
- Prominent jaw angles
- Creating feminine appearance
Mandible Body Reduction
What It Addresses
- Overall jaw width
- Long lower face
- Jaw appearing heavy from side
Technique
- Bone along jaw body reduced
- Creates slimmer profile
- More extensive than angle only
Best For
- Overall wide lower face
- Heavy-appearing jaw
- Long face concerns
Combining Both
V-Line Surgery
- Angle + body + often chin
- Comprehensive reshaping
- Most dramatic change
- Creates V-shaped lower face
Decision Factors
Consider
- Your specific concern
- Face shape goals
- Recovery willingness
- Extent of change desired
Recovery Comparison
- Angle only: 2-3 weeks primary
- Body reduction: 3-4 weeks primary
- Combined: 3-4 weeks primary
- Final results: 3-6 months all types
