What should I do if my cheekbones are high and low? Popular solutions and professional advice across the network
Asymmetry of cheekbones (one high and one low) has been one of the hot topics on social platforms recently. Many netizens are troubled by facial contour problems and are looking for solutions. This article will combine the hot discussions and medical advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured analysis and practical guidance.
1. Main causes of zygomatic asymmetry

| Reason type | Proportion | Typical performance |
|---|---|---|
| innate developmental factors | 45% | Differences in bone growth that appear at an early age |
| Trauma or surgery | 30% | Have a clear history of trauma or plastic surgery |
| caused by bad habits | 15% | Long-term unilateral chewing or improper sleeping posture |
| Pathological causes | 10% | Accompanied by pain or progressive worsening |
2. Top 5 popular solutions across the entire network
| Plan | Discussion popularity | effectiveness rating | Risk warning |
|---|---|---|---|
| makeup touch-up | ★★★★★ | temporary covering | no risk |
| Massage correction | ★★★★☆ | Only effective for muscular types | Excessive massage may damage tissue |
| osteopathy | ★★★☆☆ | More controversial | Requires professional physician operation |
| Hyaluronic acid filling | ★★☆☆☆ | Obvious short-term effects | Requires regular refills |
| Zygomatic bone surgery | ★☆☆☆☆ | permanent change | There are surgical risks |
3. Advice from medical experts
1.Mild asymmetry (<3mm): It is recommended to improve it through hair modification or professional makeup skills. Recently, Douyin's "Bone Phase Makeup" tutorial has been viewed more than 80 million times.
2.Moderate asymmetry (3-5mm): Non-surgical options can be considered, such as thread carving or hyaluronic acid injection, but please note that the price range of hyaluronic acid per milliliter is 2,000-5,000 yuan (different brands).
3.Severe asymmetry (>5mm): CT examination is required to rule out pathological factors. The average cost of maxillofacial surgery is about 30,000-80,000 yuan, and the recovery period is 3-6 months.
4. Recent hotly discussed cases on the Internet
| platform | Hashtag | amount of discussion | typical view |
|---|---|---|---|
| little red book | #zygomaticboneself-assessmentmethod | 128,000 | The 45 degree angle photo comparison method is the most popular |
| #Celebrity bone analysis | 920 million | An actress was accused of having asymmetrical cheekbones after surgery | |
| Station B | # barehandbonesurgery | 3.56 million | Japanese osteopath video sparks controversy |
5. Precautions
1. Recently, many cases of disability caused by illegal studio injections have been exposed. When choosing a medical aesthetics institution, you need to look for the "Medical Institution Practice License".
2. The popular "facial yoga" therapy has no scientific basis. An internet celebrity suffered from temporomandibular joint disorder due to excessive practice.
3. The latest survey in 2023 shows that 68% of people with asymmetrical cheekbones are accompanied by bite problems. It is recommended to have an oral examination at the same time.
6. Improvement time reference table
| Improvement methods | Effective time | maintenance time | Suitable for the crowd |
|---|---|---|---|
| makeup touch up | Instant | 8-12 hours | Mild asymmetry |
| muscle training | 3-6 months | need to be maintained continuously | Habitual chewers |
| Injection filling | immediately | 6-18 months | Those with obvious bony depression |
| orthognathic surgery | 1 year after surgery | permanent | severe skeletal deformity |
Warm reminder: Slight facial asymmetry is normal. A recent survey in a tertiary hospital showed that 95% of the population has varying degrees of facial asymmetry. If the function is not affected and the difference is <2mm, medical intervention is not recommended. Always consult with a professional plastic or maxillofacial surgeon before choosing any treatment option.
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