What is making my face unbalanced? And what is it with my cheeks?

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Is my mouth too narrow for my face or my nose too wide? Maybe both? What do I have to do to get my chin fixed and why are my cheeks so full even though I'm not overweight? Is it facial fat or flesh? What can I do about them getting so extremely full when I smile? What procedures would you recommend for my unproportionate face?

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

I should start by saying that most faces have a certain degree of asymmetry, in this case, looking at the pictures that I have, it looks like the right side of the face has a more prominent zygomatic arch, and a more elevated brow. It looks like the right side is your most dominant, 'stonger' side, where the left one is less wide and the brow and cheekbone are slightly lower.

This type of asymmetry requires complex surgery for better results, and the patients I see, are asked which side of the face they prefer, the stronger or the weaker side, so I operate on it accordingly.

Some of the procedures that could help would be bone reduction to reduce width or Fat Injections to create volume.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. Restoring volume to the lower portion of your face along the jawline may balance your features, make your face appear less narrow, and make your upper cheeks less full. Facial volume can be restored with either dermal fillers or your body’s own fat to create a more symmetrical appearance and well-defined contours.

I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon. They will be able to assess your concerns, discuss your aesthetic goals with you, and determine the best course of action.

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