Real Patient Case: Balanced Facial Harmony Through Structural Design
This patient came to our clinic with concerns about an overly long and wide forehead, deep M-shaped hairline, and prominent facial bones – including the cheekbones, square jawline, and projecting chin.
Instead of simply appearing to have a large face," the true concern was the overall balance and harsh impression due to disproportional facial features.
Full Surgical Plan & Execution
- Hairline Lowering + Brow Lift
The hairline was advanced approximately 1.8 cm to reduce the vertical length of the forehead.
Simultaneously, a brow lift was performed to elevate the upper eyelids and smoothen forehead lines, brightening the overall expression.
- M-shaped Hairline Transplant
To seamlessly blend the lowered hairline and soften the deep M-shape, a follicular unit transplant was performed with a soft, natural hairline design that mimics baby hairs
This also helped conceal any incision lines for a natural look.
- Facial Contouring Surgery (Zygoma + Mandible + Chin Reduction)
Zygoma Reduction: Reduced cheekbone projection from both front and 45° angles.
Mandible (Jaw) Reduction: Smoothed the square jawline for a slimmer silhouette.
Chin Reduction: Reshaped the protruding chin for a softer, more harmonious lower face.
Postoperative Transformation
After surgery:
The face not only appeared smaller, but more importantly, the overall facial proportions became significantly more balanced.
The transition from forehead to chin flowed naturally.
Even without touching the nose or eyes, the patient’s overall impression became noticeably softer and more feminine.
Such a transformation is only achievable through a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy.
the entire upper and lower facial structure is understood and reconstructed holistically.
Why Dr. Kim KeeWoong?
“Not just about reducing size — I reshape facial ratios to make your own features look their absolute best.”
Dr. Kim is a board-certified plastic surgeon renowned for his work in complex combined surgeries, especially when involving both forehead correction and lower face contouring.
Specializes in simultaneous facial bone and forehead procedures
Designs each surgery around natural harmony and proportion, not just "smallness"
Pioneer of "Ratio Restoration Surgery" — focusing on the structural flow of the face, top to bottom
There are many surgeons good at individual procedures.
But very few who masterfully balance forehead + contouring in one unified design.
Dr. Kim’s Strengths
- Expert in full-face bone contouring
- Deep understanding of facial architecture
- Prioritizes natural beauty over artificial alteration
- Trusted by international patients seeking structural refinement
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Can hairline lowering and brow lift be done together?
A. Yes — they are complementary procedures. One shortens the forehead, the other lifts droopy upper lids. For long foreheads, this is the ideal combination.
Q2. Do I really need an M-shaped hair transplant?
A. If your M-line is deep, yes. Otherwise, the lowered hairline may emphasize the M-shape even more. Transplanting helps soften the line and hides the incision.
Q3. Isn’t it too much to do forehead and facial contouring in one surgery?
A. Not with an experienced surgeon like Dr. Kim. He plans incision routes, swelling management, and healing sequence with precision to ensure safe and natural results.
Q4. Is a smaller face always better?
A. No. A "smaller" face with bad proportions can look unnatural. Dr. Kim focuses on enhancing the unique beauty of your features through balanced design.
Thinking about restoring your facial harmony with Dr. Kim?
This isn’t just plastic surgery — it’s Precision facial architecture — crafted with expertise and artistry.
