Asymmetrical face after thread lift. What are my options?

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I had a thread lift, consisting of small pdo-about 5 were inserted on my right face and 8 on the left. When I asked the doctor, he said because my face was heavier on the left. . Now my face is so assymetrical, I have confidence issues already.despite my face being glaringly assymetrical after the procedure. Im so unhappy. What can I do?

Lori Warren, MD · Answer

Have you spoken to that physician again since having your procedure? If you go back and see him I am certain they should work to balance your results. I encourage you to call upon the practice again. The procedure would be simple and would entail adding a few threads for balance. I hope this has helped.

Dean P. Kane, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Courageous505055,
Thanks for the question. Since I have no photos nor hands-on evaluation opportunity, I will answer generally. 
Based on the premise you and your surgeon chose a PDO ThreadLift for your face with asymmetrical numbers of threads, I might deduce your left face had more sagging than the right. If this happened recently, options include disruption of the barbed lift and / or removal of the barbed sutures. If it occurred over 6 weeks ago, you may have enough collagen scar that removal of the sutures may have already “fixed” the tissues in place. Your best options at this time may include:
•	Re-examination by the inserting surgeon
•	Additional subcutaneous suture suspension (ie Threadlift)
•	Fillers including Sculptra
•	Facelift
•	Obtain a second opinion from a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, experienced and talented in the use of suspension sutures.
I hope this helps. All the best!

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