3 months after double jaw, V line and double eyelid surgery in ID Hospital

Before surgery

I had a lot of insecurities about my face, and especially jaw. It's really hard to overcome it when you can't even laugh without worrying about how your face looks like.  I decided to get a plastic surgery and fix my jaw misalignment to gain more confidence.

My surgeons were Hyon Won Seok and Choi Jae Ho. They recommended me to combine double jaw surgery and V line surgery for my jaw, and also get a double eyelid surgery for a better dramatic change.

After surgery 

3 days after surgery

I experience the extreme swelling during first 3 days. I took medicine and went back to the hotel, and to be honest I worried a lot about my swollen face. The consultant said that it's ok, and recommended me some walking and drinking water to help deswelling.

1 week after surgery

Even though I was a little anxious about the way I looked, I got used to the swollen face. The recovery was uncomfortable, but I had a major surgery, so I just had to overcome it.

Around this time, the result of  double eyelid surgery became very beautiful.

1 month after surgery

I felt some inconvenience in the mornings when I woke up, but other than that, the pain seemed to be bearable. The swelling has gradually reduced.

2 months after surgery

At this time I could apply make up and I could see first permanent result from the surgery. My face looked much slimmer, and despite some swelling I started enjoying going out.

Before the surgery I used to apply heavy make up to hide my face. At 2 months point I've noticed that natural make up was enough for me to feel confident. I loved that feeling.

3 months after surgery

I'm looking forward to seeing my face gradually getting slimmer. The face shape changes from day to day, and it is very exciting.  I feel much happier compared to my life before the surgery. I can't say that recovery is easy, but in my case it changed my life positively 100%. Thank you, ID Hospital!

Japanese patient had orthognathic surgery, V line surgery, cheekbone reduction and ptosis correction in ID Hospital, Korea

Before surgery 

I came from Japan to Korea to fix my facial asymmetry. ID Hospital is very well-known in Japan as one of the best clinic for facial bone surgeries. I wanted to fix my jaw asymmetry and protrusion, and get a V line surgery  for a more dramatic effect. In the end I've decided to undergo cheekbone reduction as well. As for my eyes, I was recommended to get a ptosis correction to make them look bigger and get rid of "sleepy" eyes.


After surgery

1 week after surgery

The swelling after facial hone surgeries is normal, and I wasn't surprised when my face looked roumd after 1 week. The prosis correction effect, however, was seen right away. The incision line was swollen, but my eyes definitely looked better than before.

I was also really happy that my face felt smaller. I used hot and ice packs provided by ID Hospital so the swelling could go down faster. I also applied bruising cream.


3 weeks after surgery

The diet after orthognathic and V line surgeries is really strict, so I was mostly eating soft food.  It's hard to follow it, so I was really looking into eating something more delicious once I heal.


1 month after surgery

During 1 month the swelling was gradually going down. I was really happy because the people around me told me that my face looked smaller. I touched my face all the time because I couldn't believe it. The jaw line was very smooth and it was first time in my life when I started enjoying taking pictures!


3 months after surgery

At this point I could eat almost the same food as before the surgery, except for thick meat. The major swelling has mostly disappeared, and I loved my elegant V line shape.


5 months after surgery

After around half a year I could bite hard food, so I had no inconvenience with the food. The result both on the jaw and eyes looked so natural, that I almost forgot that I had a surgery haha.

I truly emjoyed every moment. My eyes looked much bigger and more defined, and my face looked slim and pretty.


1 year after surgery

It's been 1 year after the surgery. I can't express how much grateful I am to ID Hospital and to my doctor Lee Tae Seong. ID Hospital medical staff and coordinators took care of me from the beginning till full recovery. I'm sure that my swelling went down so fast thanks to ID Hospital post op care treatments and care.

The thing I like the most is that it looks natural, just like I wanted! Amazing work! I'm really happy!

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After Double Jaw Surgery Self Care Tips

After Double Jaw Surgery Self Care Tips

Deciding to get double jaw surgery is a big decision in your life. The first day after the surgery is especially quite tough, but by learning some tips on aftercare, it can definitely make your recovery easier. Here are some tips you should know for after double jaw surgery. 

First day After Double Jaw Surgery

During the first day after the surgery, you will be hospitalized for one night and the nurses will be taking care of you and monitoring you throughout as directed by the surgeon. Make sure to take the medications prescribed to you along with hydrating yourself throughout.

 

First week

To reduce swelling elevate your head in the level above your heart at all times. For the first three days make sure you religiously ice pack the area of swelling. After the three days, you will then switch to a warm pack. Walking is also encouraged for deswelling, however, do not be over active on your first week after surgery.
On your first week, make sure you are on a strict liquid diet. This can include consuming smoothies, protein shakes or juices. Even though you can’t consume soft/solid food, make sure to always keep yourself hydrated. Avoid carbonated drinks as it can lead to nausea and sugar concentrated drinks that lead to dehydration.
Make sure to keep your wound area clean, this will include using mouth wash 2-3 times a day and brushing your tooth with a soft baby sized toothbrush 2-3 times a day.  

Second Week

By the end of your second week your swelling will have gone down significantly. However, numbness in your lower lip and chin might still be present. On your follow up treatment, you will be instructed to practice changing your rubber bands daily. Your new set of rubber bands should give you more range of motion to open your mouth. Diet wise, continue to take liquid diet, but by the second week you may start adding soft food to your diet such as scrambled eggs, soft pasta, oatmeal etc.

 

Third & Fourth week

By the end of the one month period, you should be able to open your mouth as wide as you could before. Continue your soft food diet throughout the third and fourth week as well, but you can start exercising lightly such as going bike riding, treadmill or light aerobics. By your sixth week you will remove your splints and you can resume back to your daily diet but don't forget to take it slowly. 

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