EU Real Story- V-line & Zygoma Reduction Surgery

WHY EU?👱

For a long time, I wanted to get mandibular surgery because I always felt insecure about my face shape...

I've contacted alot of clinics and did tons of research and felt that the safest surgery anyone can have is from oral and maxillofacual surgeons who can solve both cosmetic and reconstructive needs. There are a number of clinics out there but I narrowed it down to EU because I heard Dr Shin and Dr Kim are maxillofacial surgeon can also perform dramatic and natural results. I also heard that EU Docters only perform 1 surgery a day which is very crucial because this will result in no chances of fatigue hence lesser room for mistakes.

Also before coming to Korea, I contacted EU on kakao, a groupchat consisting of 2 English consultants and a doctor. They are all very friendly, replied very promptly and not pushy with sales. They treat me as an actual patient compares to other clinics hence I've decided to book an offline consultation with EU.

On the day of consultation with Dr Shin, I prepared a list of questions and bought a compliation of pretty face shapes I wish to achieve.

Initially, I was afraid there will be a language barrier but there's very loveable in-house English communicator/translator. Thanks to her I feel more at ease because my questions and facial preferences were smoothly conveyed to the Docter. They also wrote everything down on paper from my ideal facial shape to make sure they got everything right. The docter also explained to me what I should realistically expect, and made sure all of my questions were answered in full.

They are extremely patient with me so I was set to have surgery at EU the next day.

Had my CT scans, xray, blood and urine test done relatively fast on the same day as the consultation. But fast forward to the night before the surgery, I was getting nervous and worried that the Docter might forget my preference but the consultants reassure me that he won't. And that I can meet the docter to express my concerns one more time before sugery. Really put me at ease!

On the date of surgery I consulted Dr Shin again, he drew some guidelines on my face and indication where my current jawbone is located. Once I was reassured that we are on the same page. The consultants gave me forms to sign and gave me their set of patient clothing to change.

I had 15 mins before the surgery starts so I took photos of my old face before I was sent to the operating room. Cant wait to see my new face!

Day 1

When I woke up, post-op was like nothing that others described. It almost seems like I just came out from a simple surgery, no pain, discomfort or burning sensation on my jaw. Even the swelling and blood loss is very minimal.

I'm suprised this surgery does not hurt as much compared to eye lasik!

I also tried moving my face in certain directions to see how my nerves were and could feel my entire face so I was really relieved!

The only downside is I had abit of sorethroat and have to wait 4 hours before having my first drip of water but it was still bearable.

because eu does not insert blood drainage tube into ur throat so there wasn't much pain on my throat.

Also, I am relieved that post-op care is good because the nurse was thoughtful and gentle. I can also tell she was awake throughout the night, changing my icepacks every two hours, monitoring my body temperature for 3 times and changing my IV drip. She was always there for me when I pressed the buzzer.

But eventually, I change my own icepack as I tend to change them instantly when it's not cold. So I didn't want to trouble her. It was easy because the refrigerator is right beside my bed.

Day 2 and 3

So today I was prepared to be discharged at 10am. Before leaving one of the English translator gave me a bag with wellife drink, ice pack, mask and a few pieces of paper which includes list medication/painkillers, instructions and the dose and doesn't after surgery. She also said if I needed anything to kakao talk her or come to the clinic. Then I was discharged and went to the phramacy to get my medincines and liquid diet supplies which is convienently downstairs.

I still remember I don't feel week or sick at all while commuting home. 

Day 4

Today was my first day of having the deswelling treatment using the smartlux therapy. And this treatment will continue for 2 weeks.

Think it helps to promote cell reproduction, accelerates wound healing, boost skin radiance and minimise bruises and swelling.

After the treatment, the results are pretty noticeable. I can feel my face slightly less swollen.

Day 8

Today is the day I'm removing my zygoma stitches! So excited but also at the same time scared or removing them because I heard that the level of pain depends on whose remove it.

Thank god Dr Shin is extremely gentle and efficient in removing the stitches. I ended up relaxing after finding out the first side of the stitches is gone just that easily. Haha guess I worried for nothing. Now I can't wait for my stitches in my mouth to be removed by him!

Then I was given a video of Dr Shin of him teaching how the jaw recovers and oral exercise to train my mouth to function as before. The video is easy to follow.

Day 12

Today marks the 2 days after my stitches removal. Feels good to finally wash my hair by myself! It was the best feeling ever cause I feel clean and refreshed now.

Day 13

I can talk pretty clearly now even when the stitches are in my mouth. 

Day 14

I managed to train to open my mouth and now I can fit in 2 fingers in!

Also, today is the day for my stitches removal.

Dr Shin was very comforting and I can tell he tried to reduce the pain by cutting the stitches gently and slowly.

Cant wait for 3months to a year for the result to set in! Thank you Dr Shin, Kayla especially (For making me feel at home) and everyone in EU.

Day18

1 Month 

I also can chew almost everything including meat. The only food that has a hard time chewing is steak. But beef slices can definitely eat!

And my stitches at zygoma area become invisible.

2 Month

After having surgery at EU I felt so much less insecure about my face shape! Really no regrets!

5 Month

I'm also able to open my mouth naturally like I haven't had any FC :)

☎ Contact us today ☎

EU Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 

Tel. +82-2-547-0101 

Homepage: http://eudental.co.kr/America/index.html

Email : eu@eudental.co.kr

Whatsapp : +82-10-7430-7107

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