Malarplasty in Seoul, Korea
Malarplasty in Gangnam, Seoul at Marble Plastic Surgery: cheekbone contouring to reduce width and balance the midface, planned with 3D-CT.
Typical ranges for malarplasty; your surgeon confirms the details at consultation.
What is malarplasty?
Malarplasty is surgery on the malar (cheek) bone, most often to reduce prominent cheekbones and narrow the midface. At Marble Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, cheekbone contouring is planned with 3D-CT and performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon.
The cheekbone has a front part beneath the eye and an arch running toward the ear; each contributes differently to facial width. Reduction malarplasty moves both inward by controlled osteotomy. The term also covers augmentation, which builds up flat cheeks.
Who is malarplasty for?
Suitability is decided at a 1:1 consultation with your surgeon.
- A wide face at cheekbone level
- Front or side projection of the cheekbones
- Asymmetric cheekbones
- People wanting a softer, smoother facial outline
How malarplasty is performed at Marble
- Consultation and planning Your surgeon identifies whether the body, the arch or both are prominent on 3D-CT, and plans the osteotomy and fixation for each side.
- Anesthesia and monitoring A board-certified anesthesiologist selects the anesthesia with your surgeon, administers it, and monitors you continuously throughout the procedure.
- Cheekbone osteotomy and fixation The cheekbone body and arch are cut through concealed incisions, shifted inward and upward, and fixed to heal in the reduced position.
- Recovery and discharge You rest in a private recovery room under monitoring. Before you leave, the team explains wound care, medication and your follow-up schedule.
Recovery and aftercare
Swelling is greatest in the first week and most of it settles within two to four weeks, with the final contour appearing over three to six months. A soft diet and a compression band are usually recommended early on.
- Regenerative laser care
- Ultrasound and radiofrequency care
- Before-and-after X-ray and CT imaging
- Recovery kit to take home
Surgeon-of-record policy
The board-certified specialist you consult with performs your surgery — no substitute surgeons.
Anesthesiologist on site
A board-certified anesthesiologist manages screening, anesthesia and recovery.
Real-time monitoring
A central system monitors every patient continuously during surgery and recovery.
Operating-room CCTV
Cameras in the operating room provide transparency and faster emergency response.
Frequently asked questions
Is malarplasty the same as zygoma reduction?
Reduction malarplasty and zygoma reduction refer to the same operation on the cheekbone. Malarplasty can also mean augmentation.
How long is recovery?
Most swelling settles in two to four weeks. Mouth opening can feel tight at first and improves with gentle exercises.
Can it be combined with jaw surgery?
Yes. Cheekbone, jaw and chin contouring are frequently combined for overall balance.
Who will perform my procedure at Marble Plastic Surgery?
The surgeon you consult with performs your surgery. Marble follows a surgeon-of-record policy with no substitute surgeons, and a board-certified anesthesiologist is on site full-time to manage anesthesia and monitoring.
Can I arrange a consultation in English before traveling to Seoul?
Yes. International patients can start with an online consultation by sending photos and goals through WhatsApp or the contact form. The plan is then confirmed in person at the clinic in Gangnam.
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Plan your malarplasty consultation
Send your photos and goals and a member of our team will reply with next steps. You can also use the consultation form at the bottom of this page.
- Clinic
- Marble Plastic Surgery (마블성형외과)
- Address
- 3F Juryuseong Bldg., 435 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Sat 10:00–16:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays - Languages
- English, Japanese, Chinese and Thai coordinators
All surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection and inflammation. Results, recovery time and satisfaction vary between individuals. Times shown are typical ranges and are confirmed for you at consultation. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.