My mouth droops a little on one side and I have been told by a surgeon I have an asymmetric face. The doctor actually thought I had had an accident.
What is the surgery that can correct this to give symmetry to my face and in particular to stop the side of my mouth drooping?
Answer: Asymmetric face or drooping mouth There are many options and the choices depend on the severity: 1) Botox to the other side 2) Subcutaneous Fillers 3) Corner lift 4) Asymmetric Lip lift (Bull-horn or gull wing) 5) Cheek lift 6) Face lift
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Answer: Asymmetric face or drooping mouth There are many options and the choices depend on the severity: 1) Botox to the other side 2) Subcutaneous Fillers 3) Corner lift 4) Asymmetric Lip lift (Bull-horn or gull wing) 5) Cheek lift 6) Face lift
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Answer: Asymmetry Asymmetry is the norm and not the exception. Asymmetry is beautiful and in the recent literature we are learning that it is more attractive to have asymmetries and that when you mirror image a perfectly symmetric face most people find it disturbing to the eye. Embrace your asymmetry and know that you are beautiful. As for the drooping mouth, it can be caused by weakness in the muscle, sometimes due to underlying nerve injury, or descent of soft tissue. There are several surgical and nonsurgical options that may help. Consult with an experienced facial plastic surgeon for a complete range of options that are appropriate for your situation. Best of luck. Gary Linkov, MD
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Answer: Asymmetry Asymmetry is the norm and not the exception. Asymmetry is beautiful and in the recent literature we are learning that it is more attractive to have asymmetries and that when you mirror image a perfectly symmetric face most people find it disturbing to the eye. Embrace your asymmetry and know that you are beautiful. As for the drooping mouth, it can be caused by weakness in the muscle, sometimes due to underlying nerve injury, or descent of soft tissue. There are several surgical and nonsurgical options that may help. Consult with an experienced facial plastic surgeon for a complete range of options that are appropriate for your situation. Best of luck. Gary Linkov, MD
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November 8, 2018
Answer: Lip Lift (corner lift) Good day! Ask your doctor about corner lift that focuses on the outer edge of the upper lip to the corner. This procedure is used to raise the corner of the mouth and improves the look of despair. The small incision is closed with dissolving sutures and can be covered with make up within the week.This is performed in the office under a local anaesthetic in less than an hour. It is best to find a board-certified plastic surgeon that has extensive experience with your case and discuss realistic goals and expectations. Best of luck! #RealSelf100
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November 8, 2018
Answer: Lip Lift (corner lift) Good day! Ask your doctor about corner lift that focuses on the outer edge of the upper lip to the corner. This procedure is used to raise the corner of the mouth and improves the look of despair. The small incision is closed with dissolving sutures and can be covered with make up within the week.This is performed in the office under a local anaesthetic in less than an hour. It is best to find a board-certified plastic surgeon that has extensive experience with your case and discuss realistic goals and expectations. Best of luck! #RealSelf100
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July 30, 2017
Answer: Surgery for Drooping Mouth? Thank you for your question. The Lip Lift procedure is performed to accentuate the size and/or shape of the upper lip by removing skin from the region just underneath the nose. As the distance is decreased between the nose and the lip, the red lip is 'lifted'. In appropriate individuals, shortening this distance may impart or restore a more favorable balance to lips and face. Some degree of facial asymmetry is entirely normal. A Lip Lift or Corner Lip Lift may be employed to improve symmetry by 'shortening' or 'lifting' the side which appears to be positioned lower. However, there are several possible contributors to facial asymmetry and some contributors are more complicated than simple soft tissue excess. I would advise you to consult in person with a facial plastic surgeon with experience performing this procedure.
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July 30, 2017
Answer: Surgery for Drooping Mouth? Thank you for your question. The Lip Lift procedure is performed to accentuate the size and/or shape of the upper lip by removing skin from the region just underneath the nose. As the distance is decreased between the nose and the lip, the red lip is 'lifted'. In appropriate individuals, shortening this distance may impart or restore a more favorable balance to lips and face. Some degree of facial asymmetry is entirely normal. A Lip Lift or Corner Lip Lift may be employed to improve symmetry by 'shortening' or 'lifting' the side which appears to be positioned lower. However, there are several possible contributors to facial asymmetry and some contributors are more complicated than simple soft tissue excess. I would advise you to consult in person with a facial plastic surgeon with experience performing this procedure.
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January 8, 2015
Answer: Droopy Mouth The procedure that best treats drooping at the corner of the mouth is a corner lip lift. In very early, minimal instances, botox can be used to paralyze the corner depressors of the mouth to help elevate this area. However, a facelift, cheek lift or fillers will have no significant effect.
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January 8, 2015
Answer: Droopy Mouth The procedure that best treats drooping at the corner of the mouth is a corner lip lift. In very early, minimal instances, botox can be used to paralyze the corner depressors of the mouth to help elevate this area. However, a facelift, cheek lift or fillers will have no significant effect.
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