ReviewJournal of clinical medicine2025
Non-Surgical Correction of Facial Asymmetry: A Narrative Review of Non-Surgical Modalities and Clinical Case Examples.
Review in Journal of clinical medicine, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.
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1 citing paper in PubMed.
- Artificial Intelligence-Augmented Morphometric Reporting for Standardized Facial Aesthetic Treatment Planning: A Multi-Rater Reliability Study.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2026Article
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6 authors.
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Abstract
Facial asymmetry significantly affects aesthetic appearance, essential functions such as mastication and speech, and psychological well-being. While traditional surgical interventions effectively address significant facial asymmetry, they are often associated with considerable morbidity, prolonged recovery periods, and potential complications. Consequently, interest in minimally invasive, non-surgical techniques has substantially increased, driven by advantages including reduced downtime, rapid recovery, and immediate aesthetic results. This narrative review critically evaluates contemporary non-surgical techniques for correcting facial asymmetry, focusing specifically on dermal fillers, collagen stimulators (polydioxanone powder), polydioxanone thread lifting, energy-based non-invasive devices (radiofrequency, ultrasound, and laser therapies), and extracorporeal shockwave therapy. The review is based on a structured literature search of PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, and Google Scholar up to October 2025, focusing on human clinical studies and review articles on non-surgical correction of facial asymmetry and related facial contouring. We provide a detailed analysis of each treatment modality's underlying mechanisms, clinical efficacy, advantages, limitations, and safety profiles. Current evidence suggests that these non-surgical methods effectively enhance facial symmetry by offering immediate visible improvements and progressive enhancements through natural collagen regeneration, thereby significantly improving patient satisfaction and overall quality of life. Clinicians are encouraged to incorporate these versatile, minimally invasive interventions into clinical practice, carefully tailoring treatments according to individual patient characteristics and specific aesthetic goals. Further research should aim to refine existing treatment protocols, evaluate long-term efficacy and safety, and establish standardized guidelines to optimize outcomes in facial asymmetry correction.
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