One side of my face is different and fuller to the other and it really bothers me and upsets me. Any suggestions? (photo)

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Is there anything I can do about this. I am only 15 but very consious of this.

J. Phillip Garcia, MD, FACS · Answer

Facial asymmetry is actually the rule and not the exception with the majority of my patients. Even the most attractive models and movie stars have facial asymmetries. This is natural. In looking at your face I see the normal variation in facial symmetry but not prominent enough for any sort of procedure. Your face is fairly close to full growth but I still wouldn't recommend anything after full growth. Best Regards

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is common and you will likely grow into your face.  Fillers or implants can be used to make the face more symmetrical but my suggestion is to not worry so much about that right now till you are more fully grown and mature. Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It is common for both sides of the face not to be exactly alike.  While you will notice the difference because you see your face more than anyone else, a casual observer would most likely not notice any difference at all.  The asymmetry of your face is fairly mild and I would not recommend any treatment at your current age of 15 because there will likely be some changes as you age.  Later in life, if this issue still bothers you, it is possible that injectable fillers could be used to help even the sides out.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

Hi, based upon the attached photos the cheeks are quite flat anteriorly (in the front) with the left side appearing more flat than the right.  Cheek augmentation with a dermal filler (I prefer Perlane) would be able to shape and feminize the cheeks and entire face.  If desired a more permanent enhancement can be obtained using cheek implants.  Hope this helps.

One side of my face is different and fuller to the other and it really bothers me and upsets me. Any suggestions? (photo)

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One side of my face is different and fuller to the other and it really bothers me and upsets me. Any suggestions? (photo)

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