When looking at our face in the mirror or in a photograph, we sometimes find that parts of the face are uneven or unbalanced. This is mostly caused by many factors, both external and internal to the body. It is a problem that has a great impact on a person's confidence and body shape. In order for readers or those interested in adjusting their face shape to understand this problem, this article will clarify doubts and the problems that occur, along with methods for solving and preventing them.
What causes an uneven face?
Uneven face It is a common problem that can be observed in many parts, such as the cheekbones, chin, cheeks, or the shape of the mouth, which are different from each other. The main causes of an uneven face can be caused by many reasons, as follows:
- Heredity: This is the most common cause of facial disfigurement, which is caused by the development of the facial structure that is present since birth. Genetics affects the shape of the bones and tissues on the face, such as the cheekbones, chin, and cheeks, which makes the two sides of the face different. If there are people in the family who have different faces, there is a chance that it may be passed on genetically.
- age As we know, as we age, the muscles and bones in our face begin to sag and lose their elasticity, which results in wrinkles, deep lines, and facial asymmetry.
- Bone growth Since the bones in each part of the face grow at different rates, some bones may stop developing while others continue to grow, resulting in an unbalanced facial change.
- accident Accidents that seriously affect the face, such as broken bones, broken teeth, and torn facial muscles, can cause facial imbalance.
- Some diseases For example, lip dysplasia, neck dysplasia, thyroid disease, and hormonal imbalance can affect the muscles and nerves on the face, causing the face to be uneven or crooked.
- Lifestyle behavior For example, sleeping on your side, sleeping on your stomach, sleeping on your face for a long time, and chewing food on one side. All of the above causes affect the shape of your face in the long term.
- Surgical Operation Certain surgical procedures, such as jaw surgery, chin augmentation, and rhinoplasty, can result in facial asymmetry.
Good facial proportions
Having a good facial proportion means having a symmetrical face, with facial organs of the right size and position. A good ratio is often called the “Golden Ratio” and has the following characteristics:
- Face Length: The length of the face should be approximately 1.5 times longer than the width of the face, measured from the hairline to the chin.
- Width of the face The face should be divided into three equal parts, each part being as wide as the width of the eyes, measured from the left cheekbone to the right cheekbone.
- Eye Length: The eyes should be approximately 1/5 the width of the face, measured from the inner corner of the eye to the outer corner of the eye.
- The distance between the eyes should be approximately the width of one eye.
- Nose Length The nose should be approximately 1/3 the length of the face, measured from the bridge of the nose to the tip of the nose.
- Nose width: The nose should be approximately 1/3 the width of the face.
- Lip Length The lips should be approximately 1/5 the length of the face, measured from the dimple under the upper lip to the dimple under the lower lip.
- The width of the lips should be approximately 1/2 the width of the nose.
- Chin Length The chin should be approximately 1/6 the length of the face, measured from the tip of the chin to below the lower lip.
If a person has a face that matches the golden ratio, according to scienceFacial PhysiognomyIn China, they are considered to be intelligent, creative, capable, have leadership, live long, be healthy, have good fortune, be stable, and be successful in life, etc.
Uneven face problem, is it dangerous?
If a person has a problem with an uneven face, it does not harm the body or life of that person. However, it will affect their confidence, personality, feng shui, and may affect their life in some cases, such as:
- Being teased or made fun of by others, which may affect your confidence
- Loss of confidence leading to social avoidance
- Loss of professional credibility, such as in people who are receptionists, salespeople, etc.
Preventing uneven facial features
Having a problem with an uneven face can have negative effects on that person, whether it is losing self-confidence in terms of image or lacking credibility in work. But don't worry, these problems can be prevented as follows:
- Change your sleeping habits. Try to sleep on your back and avoid sleeping on one side for a long time. Sleeping on your side for a long time or regularly will affect the shape of your face, facial muscles, and scalp area.
- Avoid chewing food on one side. You should practice chewing food on both sides. This will help balance the facial muscles and prevent facial crookedness.
- Exercise facial muscles, such as opening your mouth or saying the sounds "a, oo, ee" to get all the muscles moving.
- Regularly undergo facial treatments to strengthen the facial skin and prevent it from sagging easily.
- Avoid using your phone for long periods of time. Looking down at your phone for long periods of time can cause tension in your neck and facial muscles, which can affect your facial symmetry.
5 ways to adjust your face to be the same size using medical methods
As you know, the problem of uneven face shape is caused by many factors such as genetics, aging, bone growth, or accidents. Having an uneven face shape causes many effects such as loss of credibility, loss of confidence, or affecting the mind. The approach to adjusting the face to be equal with medical methods is the use of medical technology and techniques to improve the shape and symmetry of the face, as follows:
- Dental treatment For example, braces will help correct protruding and crooked teeth, which will help create a balanced facial structure.
- Botox injections It is a solution for the problem of uneven face caused by uneven jaw muscles. The doctor will inject Botox to reduce the function of the jaw muscles, which will make both sides of the face slimmer and more balanced.
- Filler injections This is a solution for the problem of an uneven face caused by unequal tissue in that area. The doctor will inject a filler into the problem area. The filler will help increase tissue, making the face more balanced and looking more complete. After receiving treatment from the doctor, the results will be seen immediately and the recovery time will not be long.
- Thread lift It is a solution for uneven facial problems caused by sagging cheeks or accumulated fat. The doctor will use dissolvable threads to insert under the skin to help lift and tighten the cheeks, resulting in a tighter and more balanced face.
- Surgery It is a solution for the problem of an uneven face caused by abnormal bone structure or muscles, such as uneven cheekbones or crooked jaws. The doctor will perform surgery to adjust the bone structure or muscle structure to be equal, resulting in a more balanced and proportionate face. This method requires a longer recovery than other methods.
In this case, you should consult a doctor or beautician who is an expert in this field for recommendations and treatment plans that are appropriate for the needs and condition of each person's facial skin. Dr. Som, Dr. Grace and the Mudan Pavilion medical team are happy to provide free consultations.
