Facial Asymmetry

Facial Asymmetry surgery corrects a face in which the left and right sides are not balanced around the facial midline or the upper, middle, and lower facial regions are not parallel, using a one-on-one customized plan based on the cause. If the jawbone is misaligned, mandibular surgery or Orthognathic Surgery may be performed; differences in skeletal size may be addressed with Cheekbone Reduction, jaw reduction, or chin surgery; and Soft Tissue issues may be addressed with Fat Grafting or Liposuction. Crooked Nose correction may also be performed when necessary.

One-on-one customized treatment by cause, comprehensive asymmetry correction

What Is Facial Asymmetry?

Facial Asymmetry refers to a condition in which the left and right sides of the face are not balanced around the facial midline, the face is noticeably shifted to one side, or the upper, middle, and lower facial regions are not parallel to one another. More specifically, Facial Asymmetry is diagnosed when the face is deviated by 3 mm or more to either the left or right. Because asymmetry has various causes, appropriate treatment should be applied based on a precise diagnosis.

Recommended for These Individuals — Facial Asymmetry Self-Assessment

· When you bite down on a rigid ruler with both molars and look in the mirror, the ruler tilts to one side. · Your face turns noticeably to one side when you smile or make facial expressions. · The positions of the left and right cheekbones and jawbones differ. · Your face looks unnatural in photographs. · The centerline does not align with the facial midline. · Facial asymmetry becomes more pronounced over time (acquired). · The nose is bent toward either the left or right side. Facial Asymmetry is often mild enough not to cause discomfort in daily life. However, when it is severe enough to be visible to the naked eye, it is often accompanied by temporomandibular joint disorders or other problems in addition to its external appearance, so treatment is recommended.

Bareun Face Plastic Surgery Procedure

STEP 1. Preliminary Precise Diagnosis

The cause of Facial Asymmetry is precisely diagnosed using 3D CT, digital X-ray, and Morpheus, and postoperative results are predicted in advance using Morpheus and 3D CT cephalometrics.

STEP 2. Dental Occlusion Diagnosis

When there is a problem with the jawbone or occlusion, dental occlusion is analyzed to determine the direction of improvement. (Mounting, wafer fabrication)

STEP 3. Establishment of a One-on-One Surgical Plan

Based on the results of the preliminary precise diagnosis, a customized surgical plan tailored to each individual is established.

STEP 4. Surgery Performed According to Diagnosis

Surgery is performed according to the surgical plan.

STEP 5. One-on-One Customized Aftercare

Appropriate aftercare is provided according to the procedure to support a speedy recovery and achieve ideal results.

Facial Asymmetry Surgery Methods by Indication

01. When the Chin and Lips Are Crooked

Jaw correction surgery to realign the jaw is needed. When the occlusal plane is not tilted and only the lower jaw is misaligned, mandibular surgery is performed; when the facial midline is misaligned, Orthognathic Surgery is performed. ※ If the chin position is normal but the dental midline is misaligned, Orthodontic Treatment can also improve occlusion and midline asymmetry.

02. When the Left and Right Sides of the Facial Skeleton Differ in Size

To correct differences in cheekbone size, non-incisional lifting Cheekbone Reduction may be performed; jaw asymmetry may be corrected with jaw reduction surgery (Square Jaw Reduction or Slim Fit mandibular body reduction); and asymmetry involving chin position and shape may be corrected with chin surgery.

03. When Soft Tissue Is Asymmetric

When the cause of asymmetry lies in Soft Tissue such as subcutaneous fat or muscle, the asymmetry is corrected according to the cause with Fat Grafting, Liposuction, muscle reduction surgery, or other procedures.

04. When a Crooked Nose Makes the Face Appear Asymmetric

This occurs when jawbone asymmetry causes the nose to become crooked as well. When severe jawbone misalignment has caused asymmetry of the nasal bones, the jawbone asymmetry is improved through Orthognathic Surgery, followed by surgery to straighten the crooked nasal bones through Bareun Nose Surgery, correcting asymmetry of the entire face.

Actual Bareun Face Plastic Surgery Cases

CASE 1. Jaw Asymmetry + Crooked Nose

3D CT · Before Surgery → After Surgery

X-ray · Before Surgery → After Surgery

These are CT and X-ray images of an actual patient at our clinic. · Before surgery: The entire lower jaw was shifted to the left, accompanied by a crooked nose as a result. · After surgery: Facial Asymmetry was corrected with Orthognathic Surgery and Facial Contouring Surgery (V-line sculpting), followed by surgery to straighten the Crooked Nose → improved to a facial contour with left-right symmetry.

CASE 2. Jaw Asymmetry + Left-Right Skeletal Size Asymmetry

Before Surgery → After Surgery (X-ray of an actual patient at our clinic) · Before surgery: The face was shifted to the right, with severe malocclusion (accompanied by bad breath and Indigestion symptoms). · After surgery: Facial Asymmetry corrected with Orthognathic Surgery, Facial Contouring Surgery (V-line sculpting), and non-incisional lifting Cheekbone Reduction.

What Makes Bareun Face Plastic Surgery Special

Point 1. Proper Planning

Precise diagnosis using an advanced diagnostic system, coordinated care by specialists in each field, and establishment of a one-on-one customized surgical plan according to symptoms (REMA, REAL)

Point 2. Proper Surgery

Improvement of issues according to the cause of asymmetry, with functional and aesthetic enhancement toward an ideal face, based on proprietary surgical know-how (JSRO) and 16 years of surgical experience

Point 3. Proper Care

A systematic aftercare program for reducing postoperative swelling, relieving pain, and supporting safe, rapid recovery

Facial Asymmetry involves a variety of correction methods and is a comprehensive asymmetry correction procedure that may combine multiple treatments depending on the case. During surgery, it is necessary to understand not only the skeletal structure but also Soft Tissue to provide comprehensive correction. — Dr. Jinsoo Lee (Lecture on “Correction of Facial Asymmetry Through Comprehensive Facial Reduction Surgery” at the 2007 Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons Academic Conference)

Please Be Sure to Check

Bleeding, infection, inflammation, and other complications may occur after surgery, so caution is required. Subjective satisfaction may vary from person to person. Surgical methods and results may differ depending on each individual's condition and are determined through consultation with a specialist.