Jawline Contouring (Full Jaw)

Jawline contouring surgery reshapes your own mandible bone. Fillers add volume using an injectable gel, and the effect is not structural. Implants are solid pieces of synthetic material placed over the bone to change its apparent shape. The decision depends on the scale of the desired change, the existing bone, and whether the goal is to alter the underlying structure or just add volume to the soft tissue.

The incisions for this procedure are almost always made inside the mouth, in the space between the lower gum and the lip. This intraoral approach means there are no visible scars on the skin of the face or neck. Through these incisions, the surgeon can access the entire mandible, from one angle to the other, to make the planned alterations to the bone.

The new shape is planned against your facial anatomy, not a reference photo. A 3D CT scan is used to create a model of your skull. This allows the surgeon to assess the bone's thickness and the exact location of the nerves. The plan for any cuts or reshaping is based on these anatomical limits, aiming for a result that balances your features and preserves dental function.

If the bone is cut and moved, small titanium plates and screws are used to fix it in its new position while it heals. These medical-grade implants are biocompatible and are intended to stay in place indefinitely. They are very small, are not typically palpable under the skin once healing is complete, and do not usually require a second operation for removal.

The surgery takes place in a fully accredited hospital in Istanbul; the specific facility is confirmed in your written plan before travel. Your surgeon operates with their own dedicated anaesthetist and surgical team. An interpreter is present throughout, from your initial consultation to your hospital discharge, ensuring all communication is clear.

Bring a clear idea of what you want to change, expressed in your own words. If you have them, recent dental X-rays or facial CT scans are very useful. You will need to provide a complete list of any medications, vitamins, or supplements you take, and disclose any history of facial injuries, dental work, or previous surgery to the face or jaw.