About Facial Irregularities
Key Highlights
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Restores facial symmetry and balanced proportions for a more harmonious appearance.Addresses both aesthetic concerns and functional impairments (e.g., breathing, chewing).Highly personalized surgical plan tailored to the patient's unique anatomy and goals.Can correct a wide range of issues from congenital defects to post-traumatic deformities.Utilizes advanced surgical techniques for precise bone and soft tissue modification.Offers long-lasting, permanent structural correction of the underlying facial framework./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Congenital conditions like hemifacial microsomia, Treacher Collins syndrome, or craniofacial clefts.
- Significant facial asymmetry present from birth or developed during growth.
- Post-traumatic deformities resulting from accidents or injuries to facial bones.
- Developmental jaw discrepancies (severe overbite, underbite, open bite) affecting profile.
- Contour irregularities from previous surgeries or tumor resections.
- Asymmetries or disproportions of the cheekbones, chin, or forehead causing aesthetic or psychological distress.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive consultation with the surgeon to discuss goals, expectations, and medical history.
- Complete facial analysis with photographs, X-rays (cephalogram, OPG), and often 3D CT scans.
- Medical evaluation including blood tests and possibly cardiac clearance to ensure fitness for surgery.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (aspirin, NSAIDs, certain supplements) as advised by the surgeon.
- Arranging for help at home and taking necessary time off work for the recovery period.
- Avoiding smoking and alcohol for several weeks before and after surgery to promote healing.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve injury potentially leading to temporary or permanent numbness or weakness in parts of the face.
- Asymmetry, under-correction, or over-correction requiring possible revision surgery.
- Bone healing problems, non-union, or implant-related issues if grafts or plates are used.
- Scarring, though incisions are often placed inside the mouth or in discreet locations.
- Swelling, bruising, and pain, which are common but temporary post-operative effects.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and initial wound care.
- Significant facial swelling and bruising peak in the first 3-5 days and gradually subside over weeks.
- A liquid or soft diet is required for several weeks to allow bone and internal incisions to heal.
- Strict oral hygiene protocols if incisions are intraoral to prevent infection.
- Activity restrictions: No strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, or contact sports for 6-8 weeks.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial for monitoring healing, removing sutures, and assessing progress.
- Final results become apparent as swelling fully resolves, which can take several months to a year.
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Typical hospital stay: 2-4 days
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Expected recovery time: 4-6 weeks for initial recovery, 6-12 months for full resolution of swelling and final result
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering facial irregularities in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform facial irregularities. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for facial irregularities compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 600 Thousand | 2-4 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial recovery, 6-12 months for full resolution of swelling and final result | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 2.1 Million | 2-4 days | ~ 4-6 weeks for initial recovery, 6-12 months for full resolution of swelling and final result | Know More |
Ayaan Brown, a 28-year-old high school...
Ayaan Brown, a 28-year-old high school history teacher, had lived with a pronounced, asymmetrical jawline since his teens, the result of a childhood bicycle accident that fractured his mandible. While the bone healed, it left a visible dent and uneven contour on his left side. For years, he avoided profile photos, felt self-conscious when lecturing, and constantly angled his 'good side' towards others. His girlfriend gently encouraged him to explore his options. A consultation with a reconstructive surgeon confirmed that a custom-fitted jaw implant combined with minor fat grafting could restore symmetry and balance to his lower face. The outpatient procedure, under general anesthesia, took about two hours. Recovery involved a soft diet and mild swelling for two weeks. The outcome was transformative, not drastic, but a natural correction that brought his features into harmony. Emotionally, Ayaan moved from a place of quiet resignation and hyper-awareness to profound relief. He felt his external appearance finally matched his internal confidence, allowing him to be fully present in his classroom and personal life without the old mental filter.
Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Facial Irregularities
Explore experienced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons who regularly perform facial irregularities and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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