Can Plagiocephaly Be Fully Corrected?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Well i think i have plagiocephaly as i have my left side of the skull bigger, eyes and ears at different height and an irregular jawline. I also noticed as you can see in the x ray , my higher face (eyes and nose area) is moved all to the right wich contributes to my asymmetry. My question is if , even though i’m an adult, the plagiocephaly can be almost fully corrected and if my midface (eyes and nose root) can be repositioned to be more central and while doing so also making my face a bit narrower (I think my condilar bones get too wide at their joint), giving it a more masculine look.

A: As stated previously any further discussion about what changes are possibloe begins with a 3D CT scan as well as a full picture assessment. I would be cautious about using the term ‘full correction’ in plagiocephaly. as some asymmetry issues are correctable while others are not.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World Renowned Plastic Surgeon