Asia has always been—and continues to be—at the forefront of plastic surgery. As early as 6th Century BC rhinoplasties were being performed on patients in India who had had their noses removed as punishment for crimes. Methods slowly trickled over to the West, but they have their roots in the East, and although the reasons for having procedures have (thankfully) changed, the desire for technical innovation has not. 

South Korea is now considered the world capital of plastic surgery, and procedures such as V line surgery have been perfected in Korea thanks to its culture of beauty and technical innovation. Click here for the guide to plastic surgery in Korea  

What is Korean V line surgery?  

V line surgery is one of several facial contouring procedures. Its ultimate goal is to change a rounded “U” shaped jaw line to a sharper “V” shaped one. It involves removing sections of the jawbone and moving the chin either forward or back with a sliding genioplasty. The end result is a more streamlined and less square or rounded jaw shape.

V line Surgery in Korea

V line surgery is incredibly popular in South Korea (especially among women) thanks to cultural beauty standards in which a “V” shaped jaw line is seen as being more attractive. As such, Korea has become synonymous with the procedure and Seoul is a hotspot for both Koreans and medical tourists seeking high-quality and affordable procedures.
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V line Surgery Techniques in Korea 

Choosing the right procedure for you can be a little confusing, not least because V line surgery goes by many different names—Korean V line surgery, Asian V line surgery, Jaw Reduction surgery, and Mandibuloplasty, to name a few. 

There are also several other kinds of facial contouring procedures available, with V line surgery being just one of them. There is also Zygoma (cheekbone) surgery, Square Jaw surgery, and Double Jaw surgery. This article is focussing on Korean V line, but if you want to take a look at some of the other facial contouring options (as they may be more appropriate for you) you can see a useful guide HERE.

Benefits of Korean V line Surgery 

Why have V line surgery in Korea? First and foremost, V line surgery is an extremely common practice here. On top of this, huge amounts of technological investment coupled with highly-qualified, experienced, and trustworthy surgeons makes Korea an unrivaled choice for what is a high-precision procedure.

Affordability and Cost 

Another crucial consideration is the cost of V line surgery in Korea. Among all the famous plastic surgery destinations in the world, Korea provides the most well-rounded experience between cost, safety, expertise, and translation services. Depending on the method and difficulty of the procedure, Korean V line surgery can cost between 5,000–9,000USD. Prices in the USA, for example, can be up to triple or even quadruple that cost. 

Training and Investment

As previously mentioned, South Korea has a huge number of certified surgeons who are highly-trained and highly-experienced. Furthermore, Korean plastic surgery technology has become the global gold standard with over 25% (around 5 trillion won) of the global market share in beauty.

Safety and Transparency 

Extensive training and investment inevitably leads to greater levels of safety when performing such complex procedures as V line surgery. Furthermore, Korea offers high levels of protection for its patients, including CCTV cameras in operating theaters and the disclosure of identities of those performing the surgery.  

Before and After Pictures of Korean V line Surgery 

Although Korean V line surgery is most common in women, it is not gender exclusive and can be performed on anyone who wants it.





                             

Best V line Surgery Clinics in Korea

As with any procedure, it is important to do your research before choosing a clinic. Do they meet your required needs? Does their clinic meet your standards? Do their surgeons’ attitudes align with your goals and expectations? Schedule some consultations with different clinics in order to answer these important questions. 

1. BANOBAGI Plastic Surgery 

Operating since 2000 out of Seoul’s Gangnam district, BANOBAGI Plastic Surgery specializes in facial contouring, among other procedures such as anti-aging, breast and body plastic surgery. 
All of BANOBAGI’s 15 surgeons are board-certified and have many years experience studying, writing about, and performing plastic surgery. As such it has become one of the most respectable clinics in Korea.  

2. THE PLUS Plastic Surgery 

Run by four board-certified surgeons, including Jae Yong Jeong, MD.PHD, the president of the Korean Society of Rhinoplasty Surgeons, THE PLUS Plastic Surgery is a highly-respected clinic in the heart of Gangnam, Seoul.

V line Surgery Trip to South Korea

1. Pick your clinic

There are multiple reputable plastic surgery clinics in Seoul, South Korea's capital city. You can read more about them HERE.

2. Get an online consultation

Once you have picked the clinic you wish to work with, you can fill out their consultation form and go through the consultation process. After submitting your photos and reviewing the recommendations of the doctor, you can move on to the next step.

3. Reserve your surgery date and pay a deposit

Once you have settled your travel plans, you can pick a date for your surgery. Most clinics will ask that you pay a 10% deposit to reserve your surgery date.

4. Come to South Korea and undergo treatment

Travel to South Korea and visit your chosen clinic for an in-person consultation, usually the day before your surgery. V line surgery usually takes around 2 hours to perform and you could be required to stay in the hospital for one night following the procedure.

5. Rest for five days

It is safe to resume daily activities after five days following V line surgery. Until then, relax and recover in your accommodation whilst being sure to follow any advice given to you by the surgeons.

6. Follow-up stitch removal

You will be required to make a follow-up visit to the clinic for stitch removal after about 14 days.

7. Final results after around 1-2 months 

It’s perfectly normal to experience discomfort after V line surgery, including bruising, swelling and pain. The surgeons will be able to prescribe medications / give you advice on how to deal with this. After one to two months your face should be back to normal and you will see the final results of the surgery.