I was hit in the face with a golf club when I was twelve and have had a crooked smile ever since. I really hate it. Is there anything that can be done that doesn't give me a permanent sneer?
January 3, 2010
Answer: Uneven smile: if you prefer symmetry with the left, then use botulinum toxin ( i.e., Dysport) on the right. I agree with both Dr's Aldea's and Rand's statements. Your face is asymmetric and you could achieve better symmetry by relaxing the upper lip muscles on the right side of your face. Prior to doing so, however, you should determine if you prefer symmetry with decreased upper lip movement on both sides of your upper lip. Essentially this treatment will lower your normally active right side because there are no treatments that can restore or increase activity of the muscles on the left side of the upper lip where the problem really exists.
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January 3, 2010
Answer: Uneven smile: if you prefer symmetry with the left, then use botulinum toxin ( i.e., Dysport) on the right. I agree with both Dr's Aldea's and Rand's statements. Your face is asymmetric and you could achieve better symmetry by relaxing the upper lip muscles on the right side of your face. Prior to doing so, however, you should determine if you prefer symmetry with decreased upper lip movement on both sides of your upper lip. Essentially this treatment will lower your normally active right side because there are no treatments that can restore or increase activity of the muscles on the left side of the upper lip where the problem really exists.
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May 28, 2017
Answer: Smile asymmetry resonds to Botox
The asymmetry with smiling is due a nerve injury weakening the muscles that elevate the lip on the injured side. To correct this, Botox can be injected into the "stronger" side so that it can "match" the weakened side. Botox in the lower face is an "advanced technique" so find a physician that is familiar with all the facial muscles, such as a Plastic Surgeon.
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May 28, 2017
Answer: Smile asymmetry resonds to Botox
The asymmetry with smiling is due a nerve injury weakening the muscles that elevate the lip on the injured side. To correct this, Botox can be injected into the "stronger" side so that it can "match" the weakened side. Botox in the lower face is an "advanced technique" so find a physician that is familiar with all the facial muscles, such as a Plastic Surgeon.
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