Reshaping the facial oval involves working on the architectural lines that define the morphology of the lower third of the face. Unlike a simple correction of sagging, the goal here is to act on the shape, proportions, angles and overall harmony of the lower third of the face. This approach is closer to facial sculpting than to restoration. It aims to create or strengthen existing lines, improve symmetry, refine structure or define a jawline that is not sharp enough.
This approach is increasingly attracting patients, both women and men, who wish not only to look more rested, but also to have a better-structured face. Reshaping the oval thus makes it possible to obtain a face that aligns more closely with beauty standards, more harmonious and better proportioned, without resorting to surgery. Aesthetic-oriented medicine now offers techniques, particularly injections, that allow corrections with millimetric precision and extremely fine personalization, adapted to each morphology.
The facial oval is not an isolated area : it fits within a set of proportions defined by the relationship between the chin, the jawline, the cheekbones and the neck. Reshaping the oval therefore requires a deep understanding of these morphological relationships. The length of the chin, its projection, the mandibular angle and the balance between the width of the mid-face and the base of the face directly influence the perception of the oval.
A precise analysis makes it possible to determine the areas that require projection, height modification or subtle correction. Some patients have a chin that is too short, a poorly defined mandibular angle, or an insufficiently marked cheek–jaw transition. Others present a natural asymmetry that a well-mastered technique can rebalance. Reshaping the oval therefore consists in thinking in terms of lines, volumes and angles, in order to obtain a harmonious lower third of the face in balance with the other facial structures.
To reshape the oval, hyaluronic acid is essential. The gels used are quite firm and cross-linked, cohesive, and their characteristics make it possible to create sharp lines and sculpt the jawline with precision. The goal is not to increase volume in a visible way, but to build support points and improve the lateral definition of the face.
Injection can target several key areas : the jawline, to create regular and harmonious definition ; the mandibular angle, to reinforce the junction between the cheek and the neck ; the chin, to improve its shape, its height or its projection
The technique often consists of placing the product deeply, in contact with the bone structure, to obtain a clean, stable and natural result. This three-dimensional work allows the morphology of the lower face to be subtly transformed, without excess.
The redefinition of the facial oval does not follow the same aesthetic expectations depending on the patient’s profile. Women most often seek a balanced yet delicate jawline, subtly refined, with a smooth transition between the cheek and the jaw. Conversely, many men prefer a more structured line, a more pronounced angle and sharper lateral definition.
The goal is not to masculinize or to feminize a face, but to respect its morphology while enhancing its natural lines. An excessively square female face would lose its softness, while an overly round male face would lack character. The art of this correction therefore consists in adjusting the treatment according to the patient, taking into account their identity, personality and expectations.
The profile plays a decisive role in the perception of the oval ( medical profiloplasty ). An insufficiently projected chin, a poorly defined neck or a blurred jaw–neck junction can alter the overall definition, even when the face is viewed from the front. Reshaping the oval therefore requires a 360° facial analysis, including the profile and the three-quarter view.
A subtle projection of the chin is sometimes enough to reshape the entire lower face. Likewise, improving the jawline can create the illusion of a longer neck, a more elongated face and more balanced proportions. Taking the profile into account thus makes it possible to design a coherent and harmonious correction, fully adapted to the patient’s morphology.
In some patients, redefining the oval relies more on improving tissue quality than on its projection. Sculptra, a collagen stimulator, works progressively by strengthening the dermal network and restoring tension and cohesion to the tissues of the lower face.
This deep biostimulation improves the skin’s natural support, making the jawline appear visually sharper even without the use of a volumizing product. Sculptra can be used alone or combined with hyaluronic acid when the skin lacks firmness or when the oval requires more structural support.
To obtain a truly reshaped oval, structural correction alone is not enough : skin quality is equally decisive. Laser photorejuvenation enhances skin density, radiance and firmness, reduces irregularities and stimulates collagen production.
By strengthening the skin, it increases the contrast between the jawline and the surrounding tissues, giving a sharper definition to the lower face. This treatment is particularly suitable for patients whose oval is blurred by thin, lax or uneven skin.
Reshaping the facial oval requires a precise understanding of each patient’s morphology. Some profiles require work focused on the chin, while others need more reinforcement of the jawline. For some, the priority will be projection ; for others, refinement or correction of natural asymmetries.
Personalizing the treatment plan makes it possible to achieve a harmonious, balanced and natural result. The goal is not to transform a face, but to reveal its structure, refine its proportions and enhance its contours.
Treatments aimed at reshaping the facial oval are offered at variable prices depending on the technique used and the degree of correction desired.
Hyaluronic acid injections are billed at 600 CHF per syringe ; the amount required is determined during the consultation, based on the areas to be treated.
Sculptra, designed to strengthen skin density and the natural support of tissues, is offered at 900 CHF per vial.
A laser photorejuvenation session, used to improve skin firmness and quality, is billed at 500 CHF.
Each treatment plan is designed made-to-measure to ensure a natural, harmonious and long-lasting result.
With age, the skin loses elasticity, collagen and hyaluronic acid. Volumes descend, skin laxity appears and the contours become less sharp, leading to the appearance of jowls and a loss of jawline definition.
Hyaluronic acid injections make it possible to restore volumes, redefine mandibular contours, correct jowls and rebalance the chin line. Depending on the case, this treatment can be combined with thread lifting, radiofrequency or Radiesse injections.
The most commonly used treatment is volumizing hyaluronic acid to structure and support the facial oval. Radiesse can also be used to stimulate collagen synthesis and enhance the tightening effect.
It is suitable for men and women from the age of 30–35 who present mild to moderate sagging, a loss of facial definition, or who simply wish to obtain a sculpted, more harmonious and younger-looking effect.
Yes. The goal is not to transform the face but to restore structure, balance and youth while respecting its morphology and natural expression.
A session lasts between 30 and 45 minutes, including the morphological analysis, explanation of the treatment plan and the injections.
The results are visible immediately and improve over the following weeks, as the product integrates into the tissues. The final result appears between 2 and 4 weeks.
Depending on the product used (hyaluronic acid, Radiesse), the longevity is 12 to 18 months. A maintenance session can be performed once a year.
Injections are not very painful : the products contain an anesthetic and a numbing cream can be applied. Discomfort is minimal.
Mild redness, swelling or small bruises may appear, but they usually disappear within a few days. There is no social downtime.
