Can My Square Jaw Be Thinned Down?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Im interested firstly in jaw side reduction as I have squared jaw I wanted to the sides to be shaved a bit to reduce that bulkiness and for more symmetrical face while keeping the masculine look.I know its not common for men to reduce their jaws but i feel mine is too big and doesn’t fit my face I need a slimmer jaw while keeping the masculine look.

A: You are referring to a lateral corticotomy of the ramus of the lower jaw, often referred to as jaw angle shaving. The shape of the ramus remains the same but the thickness of the bone is reduced 40% – 50%. The procedure is performed through an intraoral approach under general anesthesia as an outpatient.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon