Before deciding on cheekbone reduction surgery, my friend spent a long time thinking about it. She wasn’t trying to completely change her face—she just wanted her side profile to look a little softer because she felt her cheekbones were quite prominent. After doing a lot of research, she chose Very Good Plastic Surgery and had a consultation with Dr. Im Young-min.
During the consultation, she said the doctor carefully examined her facial structure and explained what kind of result would suit her features instead of promising a dramatic transformation. She appreciated that the discussion felt realistic and focused on balance rather than perfection.
On the day of surgery, she was naturally nervous, but the staff helped her feel comfortable. The first few days after the procedure involved swelling and some tightness around her cheeks, which she had expected after reading about the recovery process. She mostly rested at home, followed the aftercare instructions, and attended her follow-up appointments.
Over the next several weeks, the swelling gradually settled. The changes were subtle at first, but as her face healed, her cheek area started looking smoother and more balanced. What she liked most was that she still looked like herself—just with a softer facial contour.
Overall, she was happy with the experience. It wasn’t an instant transformation, and recovery definitely required patience, but she felt the gradual results were worth it. If anyone is considering cheekbone reduction surgery, her advice would be to have realistic expectations, ask plenty of questions during the consultation, and understand that the final outcome takes time as the swelling continues to improve.