Do I need surgery for my facial asymmetry? (Photo)

June 6, 2014
Asked By:wiliam2781

I have recently noticed how asymmetrical my face is. It is noticably more asymmetrical than average. I have a twisted nose, crooked jaw line, and off center mouth. I never had this asymmetry before puberty, so obviously I didn't age well at all. What are the causes of this terrible asymmetry and how can I fix it?this is very troubling because there is statistical data that shows that people with more symmetrical faces are better liked and are more successful in life than their asymmetrical counterparts:(

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June 8, 2014

Answer: 85% of the Population is Asymmetric in the Face

Jonathan Kulbersh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 8, 2014

Answer: 85% of the Population is Asymmetric in the Face

Jonathan Kulbersh, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 8, 2014

Answer: Facial Asymmetry

Steve Laverson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 8, 2014

Answer: Facial Asymmetry

Steve Laverson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 10, 2017

Answer: Mild form of hemifacial microsomia

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Answer: Mild form of hemifacial microsomia

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