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How to Make My Face More Symmetrical

Facial asymmetry is a concern in which the features on each side of the face do not perfectly mirror each other. Although no one’s face is perfectly symmetrical, science suggests we perceive symmetrical faces as more attractive. Noticeable asymmetry in the face can lead to low self-confidence and a more aged appearance. Fortunately, many surgical and non-surgical treatments exist to fix facial asymmetry and boost self-esteem.

Why is my face asymmetrical?

There are many causes for asymmetry in the face, the most common being:

  • Genetics. Uncontrollable factors such as genetics determine the symmetry of our facial characteristics. If you have asymmetrical facial features, you might notice your family members have them too.
  • Trauma. A broken nose or trauma from accidents are common causes of facial asymmetry.
  • Lifestyle. Day-to-day habits like frequent sun exposure, smoking, and sleeping on the stomach can contribute to asymmetry. If you’re looking for how to make your face more symmetrical naturally, you can avoid these contributing habits.
  • Dental Work. Dentures, veneers, and tooth extractions can all lead to changes in the contours and muscles of the face.

What surgical procedure fixes facial asymmetry?

Now that we know what contributes to asymmetry, how do you fix an asymmetrical face? In severe cases, a more permanent surgical procedure may be the best option. If you’re wondering how to make your face more symmetrical to correct facial trauma or abnormalities, facial reconstruction surgery can achieve the results you desire. This surgery can produce dramatic and life-changing results for those suffering with facial asymmetry due to defects, scars, or trauma from an accident. 

A weak or underdeveloped chin is another common cause of more prominent facial asymmetry. Facelifts, buccal fat removal, and chin and cheek augmentation can be performed to create aesthetic balance in the face and restore symmetry to the sides of the face, cheeks, and chin. 

Facelift and neck lift to address skin laxity and restore definition to the lower face and neck of a female patient by Dr. Miller. After surgery, there is a smoother transition from the chin to the neck with a visible reduction in facial creases.
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Rhinoplasty with buccal fat pad removal for facial enhancement by Dr. Miller. Surgery creates a more proportionate nose and slimmer lower face for a more attractive facial contour.
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How to Fix an Asymmetrical Face Without Surgery

Many patients want to know how to get a more symmetrical face without a surgical procedure. Aside from trauma and abnormalities, most cases of facial asymmetry are mild, and can be corrected without surgery. Fixing facial asymmetry with fillers, Botox®, and PDO Thread Lifting are the most effective and common non-surgical options. These options produce fast results with exceptionally short recovery time.

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Correcting Facial Asymmetry with Fillers

Correcting facial asymmetry with fillers such as Restylane®, Radiesse®, and Juvéderm® is a popular non-surgical option. Dermal fillers can bring balance to your face by sculpting your nose, chin, or cheeks. If one cheek is flatter, one side of the chin isn’t as prominent, or even if one side of the lip doesn’t have as much volume as the other, fillers can be used to add volume and correct these common asymmetrical features.

Philip J. Miller, MD, FACS, in Manhattan, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana knows how to fix face asymmetry using fillers and produce natural-looking results to boost your confidence. The Miller Lift (liquid facelift) is a liquid facelift technique that uses a combination of fillers to define and correct the contours of the face and achieve a more symmetrical, youthful appearance. 

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How do I fix my asymmetrical face with Botox?

Botox works by relaxing certain muscles in your face to reduce the appearance of lines and correct minor facial asymmetries. Certain facial features, such as the eyebrows, may be uneven due to the muscles on one side working harder than the other. One of the most common uses of Botox to achieve facial symmetry is correcting the position of the eyebrows. When one eyebrow is higher than the other, Botox is injected to relax the muscle and bring the brow in alignment with the other.

How to Get a Symmetrical Face with a PDO Thread Lift

Another alternative to surgery is the use of PDO threads—absorbable sutures placed under the skin to balance the proportions of the face. This innovative procedure, now proudly offered at Dr. Miller’s office in Manhattan, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana, allows for the cheeks, jawline, eyebrows, and neck to be lifted while smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. Like fillers and Botox, PDO threads help achieve facial symmetry without having to “go under the knife”. 

How to Fix Facial Asymmetry in New York City

If you’re searching for how to get a symmetrical face with treatment in Manhattan, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Miller will perform an initial consultation to determine how to make your face more symmetrical and achieve the results you desire. All of Dr. Miller’s work to create facial symmetry is performed within the NatraLook® Experience, which empathizes with the patient experience and strives to achieve the most natural results. Schedule a consultation by calling (646) 791-3025 or filling out our online contact form.

Three Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures You’ve Never Heard Of

You thought you knew everything about facial plastic surgery and cutting-edge aesthetic procedures. And maybe you do! But if you don’t, the following are a few of the lesser-known surgical aesthetic enhancements that I perform for women and men who want to boost their physical appearance as well as their self-confidence. As a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon in New York City who also trained as an artist, my goal is to make you look like the very best version of yourself and increase your Aesthetic Confidence®:

Buccal fat removal

before and after of buccal fat removalYour “chipmunk cheeks” were adorable when you were five, but now you want a sophisticated, sleek look that matches your personality and your level of achievement. By removing excess buccal (i.e. cheek) fat and tissue, I create a slender lower face that emphasizes and dramatizes your cheekbones. 

The entire outpatient buccal fat removal surgery only takes about an hour and can be done under general or local anesthesia. During this procedure, I make a small incision inside both cheeks, so you won’t have a visible scar. With care and precision, I sculpt away excess fat to create cheeks that are lean and beautifully contoured.

The incisions are then closed with dissolvable sutures. You can return to work or regular activities as soon as the next day. To learn more about buccal fat removal, visit ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Learn more about getting the sculpted cheekbones you desire with our buccal fat guide.

G.I Jaw®  

before and after photo of a man who underwent the gi jaw procedure in new york If you’re a man, you may envy men like Brad Pitt or even action figures — like G.I. Joe who I named this procedure after — who have that classically sculpted strong jawline. A square, chiseled, defined jaw conveys strength, dominance, and success. While you may not have been born with the bone structure that exudes the kind of confidence you want to present to the world, a G.I. Jaw procedure helps you look as masculine and attractive as you want to be. 

Looking to achieve a strong jawline through a cosmetic procedure has become so popular that according to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, general plastic surgeries are on the rise. But my patented G.I. Jaw procedure is more than simply inserting a medical-grade jaw implant or building the jaw non-surgically with long-lasting dermal fillers. I may also recommend other changes to create a more masculine appearance, which keeps your new jawline in harmony with your other features. Recommendations may include:

My aim is to create improvements that convey more strength and masculinity, while still looking natural and like yourself.

Inserting medical-grade implants is a minimally invasive procedure that can be done in the office under local anesthesia. You may experience some swelling or discomfort afterward. Generally, most men don’t have discomfort following a nonsurgical G.I. Jaw procedure performed with dermal fillers.

Learn more on how to transform and strengthen your face with our G.I. Jaw guide.

Micro-Rhinoplasty 

before and after of a owmna who received a mirco rhinoplasty in new york

Do you want to improve the shape of your nose, but the idea of undergoing a full rhinoplasty — which requires breaking the nasal bone and cartilage and a healing period of up to one year — just doesn’t appeal to you? If you only want to remove bumps and lumps on your nose, I can perform a micro-rhinoplasty that requires just one tiny incision in your nostril, no bone breakage, and no significant downtime.

Using specialized tools, I insert a high-tech, air-powered micro-rasp into the incision and gently reshape your nasal bone and cartilage, sculpting away humps and bumps. The end result is a nose that’s straighter, more aesthetically pleasing, and in better harmony with the rest of your facial features.

Unlike traditional rhinoplasty, which is performed under general anesthesia and may take several hours, micro-rhinoplasty is done in my Manhattan office under local anesthesia. The entire procedure only takes about  5-15 minutes. 

Your recovery time is also cut down. You’re swollen for a few days after your procedure but can return to most of your normal (non-strenuous) activities within 1-2 days.

Learn more about micro-rhinoplasty with our procedure guide.

Book a Facial Plastic Surgery Consultation in New York Today

When it comes to cosmetic surgery, your satisfaction with your results can have emotional and psychological benefits. It makes sense. When you look good, you feel good.  If you’re ready to get your Aesthetic Confidence® back, contact Dr. Miller and his staff at his New York office today to schedule a plastic surgery consultation

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