What could be causing my nose asymmetry (one nostril is higher than the other)? (Photos)

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The shape of my nostrils are also slightly uneven. I’ve never had any sort of nasal trauma. I’m not knowledgeable about facial aesthetics so I am also wondering if my nose bridge is slightly bent or crooked based on the pictures. Also, my nasolabial folds are not symmetrical, this is most noticeable when I smile.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions.

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David Mattos, MD · Answer

Hi. You have some very mild asymmetries, well within the range of normal. As a matter of fact, many people with normal asymmetry to their face have much more visible asymmetries than you do. Additionally, when you smile, if one side of the face the muscles contract slightly more then it also makes your face, lips, nose, slightly more asymmetric during the smile. I would say you are very straight overall and absolutely 100% of the population has asymmetries everywhere if you look closely. Nasolabial fold asymmetries can be softened with filler. 
-David Mattos, Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Gurkan Kayabasoglu, MD · Answer

Hello, first of all thank you for your question. But unfortunately, your photo is not enough for you to be evaluated.Most people have an asymmetrical face, which can be seen not only in the bone structure but also in the muscles. When we laugh, one side of our laughing muscles can lift up, and this can be corrected by an easily performed procedure even under local anesthesia. Your nose issue can be solved with a rhinoplasty .For a detailed customised treatment plan you need to be examined by an expert facial plastic surgeon. Make yourself sure that your surgeon is an experienced board certified facial plastic surgeon. Best Regards ,

What could be causing my nose asymmetry (one nostril is higher than the other)? (Photos)

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