Can jaw surgery improve my facial asymmetry? (Photos)

July 31, 2022
Asked By:R7542 in New York, NY

See attached photos. The right side of my face protrudes farther out than the left which results in rather unflattering facial asymmetry. I completed Invisalign a little over a year ago, and now have a decent bite, however I am curious if jaw surgery would be the right procedure to fix my facial asymmetry.

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August 9, 2022

Answer: Possible candidate

Timothy Osborn, MDBoard Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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August 9, 2022

Answer: Possible candidate

Timothy Osborn, MDBoard Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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August 10, 2022

Answer: Often, jaw surgery can correct asymmetries

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Answer: Often, jaw surgery can correct asymmetries

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