What Can I Do About my Very Uneven Face?

the whole left side is lower than the right side. from the eyes nostrols to the lips even. I have used fillers to try to even out my lips. I am considering a nose job but what about the rest? :/

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Fat Grafting for Facial Asymmetry

Fat grafting or filler can be used to improve facial asymmetry to some degree. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Facial assymetry correctable by fat grafting

Many stars have facial assymetry. Tom Cruise is an example. Linda Evangelista is the top model of the decade and she actually has such assymetry she can be so flexible she can fit into any photo shoot.Fat grafting is the easiest and best way to correct assymetry.An expert can work with a computer and do amazing things

Asymmetry

Asymmetry between the two halves of the face is normal. Without a photo, it is difficult to guide you further. However, your options may include fillers, implants, and/or fat grafting. Consult with 2 - 3 surgeons in your area who can provide you with a thorough consultation including physical examination to understand your options.

Uneven Face Cosmetic Procedures

It is very common to have a difference between the two sides of the face based on bone structure as the foundation. In my practice, I’ve compensated for this asymmetry with volume enhancement as well as by compensating for this difference in surgery. Meet with a qualified and experienced Cosmetic Surgeon to learn about your options.

One side of the face is sunken

On some people, one side of the face is significantly smaller or more sunken then the other - usually a result of asymmetries of the facial skeleton. Options include augmentation of the smaller side in a stepwise approach: 1. Injectable fillers 2. Facial fat grafting 3. Facial implants You should consult with a facial cosmetic surgeon knowledgeable in these 3 approaches and discuss your options with their pros and cons.

What options are available to improve facial asymmetry?

What options are available to improve facial asymmetry? First off, ALL of our faces are asymmetric, to some degree. Obviously some faces are more asymmetric and others require closer inspection to detect more subtle asymmetries. What you describe is totally normal. Fillers (hyaluronic acid, Radiesse, Sculptra) can be used to change soft tissue volume and camouflage underlying bony asymmetry. Surgery such as a facelift, browlift of blepharoplasty can also be used to change soft tissue... more

What to do about an uneven face?

Everyone has an uneven face. Yours certainly doesn't look excessively so. That said, one side of everyone's face is usually smaller than the other. Your small side is your right side. This starts in the bony structure of your face. Look at the various TV anchor personalities. Some are very asymmetrical. Most people don't notice. But, what can you do about it? Fillers are a good start to see if you like the result. If you do, you can advance to fat transfer or even various... more