Is it true my gluteal cleft asymmetry is because of scoliosis? (Photo)

More photos from further back showing your entire spine down to your mid-thighs would be helpful. That being said, it is indeed possible that your cleft asymmetry is from the scoliosis. Hope this helps.

Dear Genius39459,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. generally speaking, scoliosis can cause asymmetry of back and buttocks. Based on your photo, it looks like it could be improved with surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

The human body is a symmetrical. This is true for the face, thorax, breast, pelvis and extremities.

The left breast typically sits half an inch higher on the chest wall down the right breast. All the internal organs are placed asymmetrically.

Body asymmetry is primarily due to underlying asymmetry of skeletal structure but soft tissues can also contribute to some degree. It looks like your left buttocks is larger than your right and you’re right also has slightly more cellulite or connective tissue pulling in on the skin.

Expect different doctors to give you different explanations of this. Symmetry or asymmetry is not particularly well taught in medical school or even in plastic surgery residency training. Many doctors are under the false belief that the body is symmetrical and that symmetry is the aesthetic ideal. personally I believe a symmetry is normal and should not be treated except for unusual cases.

The human mind is accustomed to seeing asymmetry and even great artists throughout history have known this and incorporated a symmetry into great works of art.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD