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Is a symmetrical face really attractive?
N A Harun1, K B C Adam1, N A Abdullah1
1Department of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Diagnosis, Kulliyyah of Dentistry, IIUM Kuantan Campus, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia.
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|October 11, 2022
Summary
Facial symmetry significantly impacts perceived attractiveness. Manipulated symmetrical faces were overwhelmingly preferred, highlighting the importance of balance in facial aesthetics and craniomaxillofacial surgery.
Area of Science:
- Anthropometry
- Facial Aesthetics
- Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Facial symmetry is a key determinant of human attractiveness.
- It is a critical consideration in craniomaxillofacial surgery.
- Quantitative assessment of facial symmetry aids surgical planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantitatively measure anthropometric facial symmetry.
- To investigate the relationship between facial symmetry and attractiveness.
- To establish normative asymmetry index (AI) values for the Malay population.
Main Methods:
- Collected 30 facial photographs of Malay individuals (18-26 years).
- Utilized 100 photograph assessors to rate original and manipulated (symmetrical) images.
- Calculated asymmetry index (AI) for all subjects.
Main Results:
- No subjects exhibited perfect facial symmetry (AI=0%).
- 33.3% of subjects had an AI between 1.6-2.0%.
- 91.2% of assessors preferred the manipulated symmetrical faces, indicating a strong preference for symmetry.
Conclusions:
- Facial symmetry significantly influences perceived attractiveness.
- Normative AI values can guide craniomaxillofacial reconstruction.
- Achieving optimal facial balance is crucial in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.
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