Recently, Chen Yixin shared a photo online featuring a straight fringe, revealing a noticeably sharper jawline that left netizens exclaiming, "Unrecognizable!" Her face had previously carried a plump, baby-faced appearance. However, current photos show her once-round features transformed into a slender, heart-shaped face. So how can one achieve a heart-shaped face with a defined jawline?Below are several methods to transform a rounded chin into a pointed one.
1. Chin Bone Reshaping Surgery
This procedure is suitable for those with a short, receding, or asymmetrical chin bone. It requires general anesthesia and takes approximately one and a half hours, with incisions made inside the mouth and along the lower gumline.
The procedure involves sawing the jawbone according to the patient's proportions and repositioning it to achieve an ideal angle. Patients can return home the same day without hospitalization.Post-surgery swelling is normal and typically subsides completely within about 3 weeks. During recovery, patients should: apply ice for the first 3 days, then switch to warm compresses; maintain oral hygiene by rinsing with mouthwash at least three times daily (morning, noon, and night); consume primarily liquid foods for the first 5 days; and avoid chin-supporting movements for the first 6 months to allow bone healing.
2. Artificial Chin Implant
This is the most common surgical method, suitable for individuals with a receding or small chin. It is particularly effective for patients with a chin that is somewhat short but not excessively so, yielding a natural appearance with high satisfaction rates and fewer potential complications.
The procedure is performed under local nerve anesthesia and takes approximately 20 minutes. Incisions are made inside the mouth and along the lower gumline. Patients may return home immediately after surgery without hospitalization. Implant materials are selected based on the patient's proportions, using specialized, legally approved artificial chin implants.
Postoperative recommendations: Apply ice packs for 3 days, then switch to warm compresses. Patients must maintain oral hygiene by rinsing with mouthwash at least three times daily (morning, noon, and night). Consume primarily liquid foods for the first 5 days. Avoid chin-supporting movements post-surgery. Return for a follow-up examination on the 7th day.
III. Liposuction
This chin contouring procedure is ideal for individuals with fat deposits obscuring the jawline, specifically localized fullness in the chin, corners of the mouth, and surrounding neck area. The optimal technique is vibro-assisted liposuction, which utilizes resonance principles. This minimally invasive method facilitates rapid postoperative recovery.It represents the latest advancement in liposuction technology following suction-assisted liposuction, ultrasound-assisted liposuction, and electronic liposuction. Excess fat is removed through a single micro-incision of just a few millimeters. Postoperative Care for Chin Reshaping 1. Avoid touching the incision site with your hands and prevent water exposure to minimize infection risk.
2. Minor bleeding from suture sites on the day of surgery is normal. Apply gentle pressure with sterile cotton swabs or gauze.
3. Significant swelling typically occurs within the first four days post-surgery. Swelling gradually subsides after one week, with full recovery taking approximately 3-6 months.
4. Return for an anti-inflammatory injection within the first three days post-surgery. Sutures may be removed after one week, with a follow-up examination scheduled one month later.
5. Minimize physical activity for one month post-surgery. Avoid excessive sun exposure and impact to the area.
6. Follow a diet of mild, soft, and bland foods to minimize discomfort during chewing. Avoid irritating foods and refrain from smoking.
8. Apply ice packs for 20 minutes at a time, multiple times daily, with 40-minute intervals between applications for the first 7 days to reduce bleeding, bruising, and swelling.
9. Switch to warm compresses after one week to accelerate the reduction of swelling and bruising, applying for 15 minutes per session.
10. Take medications as prescribed by your doctor.