This video shows a consultation between a patient concerned about a large head size and a doctor. The doctor explains that while zygoma reduction surgery doesn't actually decrease the size of the head, it can improve the visual proportions of the face, making it appear smaller. Specifically, by moving cheekbones that are currently wider than the temples inwards, the midface length can be shortened, creating the effect of larger eyes and a shorter jawline. A comparison of pre- and post-surgery CT images clearly demonstrates the inward movement of the cheekbones and the reduction of space, which is the core principle for visually improving overall facial proportions. This highlights how precise surgery can lead to a significantly smaller-looking face.
On Clinic | Last reviewed 2026-05-23