Facial Skeletal Reconstruction

The End of Surgery, the Beginning of Completion

Just as at the beginning, we ensure a perfect finish through to the end, safely removing even long-standing pins.

Pin Removal

- Surgery Duration

1 hour

※ Results may vary depending on the individual patient.

- Anesthesia Method

General anesthesia

- Hospitalization

Same-day discharge

- Suture Removal

About 2 weeks later

- Follow-up Visits

2 visits

- Recovery Period

Daily activities possible after 1 day

Just like the initial surgery, pin removal is handled responsibly through to the end by an oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist.

In facial jawbone surgery, fixation pins are used to secure separated bone segments in their new positions after osteotomy. Once the bone has sufficiently healed, these pins can be removed through pin removal surgery.

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From the initial surgery through pin removal, Seoul Face 21 ensures that an oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist personally oversees the entire process, providing treatment you can trust to the very end.

Cases Requiring Pin Removal Surgery

- In rare cases of titanium metal allergy

- When you wish to erase evidence or disclosure of having undergone surgery

- When you are concerned about fixation pins remaining in the face

- When you do not want pins to be visible on imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans

Pin Removal Surgery FAQ

Q. Is pin removal surgery necessary after double-jaw surgery?

The pins used in surgery are made of biocompatible titanium, so they do not necessarily need to be removed and do not interfere with daily life at all.

However, pin removal surgery is necessary in rare cases, such as titanium allergy or inflammation around the pins.

Because facial pins may be visible on dental X-rays and facial CT scans, pin removal surgery may also be considered by those who do not wish for their history of double-jaw surgery to be disclosed.

Q. When is the best time to have pins removed?

It is recommended to plan pin removal approximately 6 months to 1 year or more after surgery.

If you are considering pin removal, it is advisable to have it done within 2 years after surgery whenever possible, as the pins and bone may become more firmly fused over time, making removal difficult.

Q. Will the pins cause problems if I need dental implants later?

Depending on the fixation method and pin location, they may occasionally interfere with future dental implant placement or bone grafting, but this is uncommon.

Q. Will they trigger an alarm when passing through airport security?

Airport security metal detectors do not detect implants or pins used in double-jaw surgery, so there is no need to worry.

Q. Can the pins be felt beneath the skin?

Unless individuals with particularly thin skin deliberately feel the area carefully to check for them, the pins cannot be felt or seen from the outside.

Why Choose Seoul Face 21 for Pin Removal Surgery?

#01 Performed by an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist

Intraoral incision surgery falls within the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Jaw surgery is not simply a procedure of cutting and fixing bone. It requires precise management of complex intraoral structures, including the temporomandibular joints, nerves, blood vessels, mucosa, teeth, and gums, which is the domain of an oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist.

At Seoul Face 21, oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists perform procedures based on a deep understanding of intraoral anatomy, minimizing postoperative complications such as malocclusion, nerve injury, gingival recession, and scarring.

#02 Sincere One-on-One Personalized Care

Seoul Face 21 listens to patients first.

Seoul Face 21 performs subspinal osteotomy, which preserves the position of the nasal bones and maintains the preoperative structure, while also osteotomizing the inner nasal bones to prevent deviation of the septal cartilage.

In addition, double-layer closure with proven absorbable sutures minimizes nasal widening.

#03 Stable Results Through Exceptional Expertise

Our lead director's precise know-how and technical expertise deliver stable surgical outcomes.

Seoul Face 21 combines precise technical expertise with the lead director's exceptional surgical know-how to deliver more refined and stable procedures.

Drawing on the lead director's extensive clinical experience at Seoul National University Dental Hospital and the dental department of Chung-Ang University Hospital, as well as a deep understanding of facial bone structure, we carefully develop surgical plans that satisfy both function and aesthetics.

#04 Natural Results Without an Operated Look

We create a natural smile without an obvious surgical appearance.

Through nasal cinch sutures to prevent nasal widening, V-Y closure of the upper lip, and subspinal osteotomy, Seoul Face 21 minimizes postoperative thinning of the lips after double-jaw surgery, creating a beautiful, natural-looking smile.

Preoperative Internal Medicine Co-Management System

In addition to basic blood tests, we thoroughly assess a range of items before surgery, including electrocardiography, chest X-rays, urinalysis, and oxygen saturation testing.

Through co-management with internal medicine specialists, we identify and address health risks in advance to enhance surgical safety.

Anesthesiology Specialist Co-Management System

An anesthesiology specialist directly manages the maintenance of anesthesia, airway management, and monitoring of cardiovascular responses during surgery, supporting stable anesthesia and surgery.

Real-Time Patient Monitoring

Through a central patient monitoring system that monitors vital signs, including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and heart rate, for a designated period immediately after surgery, we detect abnormal signs early and respond promptly.

Sterile Air Management Systems in All Operating Rooms

All operating rooms are equipped with high-performance sterile air management systems that block airborne bacteria and dust, providing a clean surgical environment with minimized infection risk.

Meticulous hygiene management, down to the smallest details, enables safer surgery.

Comprehensive Emergency Response System

Our lead director, certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, responds promptly in the event of an emergency.

We are fully equipped with devices and systems, including an automated external defibrillator (AED) and emergency airway management equipment, to respond immediately in emergency situations.