Enhancing Facial Appearance Through Precision, Planning & Personalised Care

The face plays an important role in appearance, communication and self-confidence. Differences in facial proportions, congenital deformities, trauma, developmental conditions or features that an individual feels uncomfortable with can sometimes affect both appearance and quality of life.

Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital provides specialised facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgical care in Chennai, India. The hospital’s expertise encompasses a wide range of procedures involving the nose, ears, jaw, chin and other facial structures, with treatment planned according to each patient’s anatomy, functional requirements and aesthetic goals. The hospital describes its facial surgery services as including cosmetic procedures and correction of complex facial deformities.

Our Major Cosmetic & Facial Surgery Procedures

1. Rhinoplasty – Cosmetic Nose Surgery

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure used to reshape and improve the proportions of the nose. It can address concerns such as:

• Broad or wide nose
• Flat nose
• Nasal hump
• Crooked nose
• Drooping nasal tip
• Nasal asymmetry
• Certain breathing-related structural problems
• Cosmetic deformities associated with cleft lip and palate

Rhinoplasty may involve modification of nasal bone, cartilage and soft tissue. Depending on the patient’s anatomy and surgical requirements, different techniques may be considered. Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital has a dedicated rhinoplasty service and states that it has experience treating a wide variety of nasal deformities, including cleft-related nasal deformities.

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2. Nose Reconstruction Surgery

Nose reconstruction surgery focuses on restoring the structure and function of a nose affected by congenital deformity, trauma, previous surgery, infection or other conditions.

Complex nasal reconstruction may require carefully planned use of cartilage, bone or soft-tissue grafts to recreate the nasal framework and improve facial proportions.

Treatment may include reconstruction of:

• Nasal bridge
• Nasal tip
• Nostril and nasal airway
• Columella
• Nasal septum
• Nasal framework following trauma
• Cleft-related nasal deformities

For complex cases, three-dimensional imaging and detailed surgical planning can help the surgeon understand the underlying bone and cartilage anatomy before reconstruction. The hospital’s published surgical cases include reconstruction of complex nasal deformities using techniques such as costal cartilage grafting and other structural grafts.

Cosmetic and Functional Goals

Nose surgery is not simply about changing appearance. When structural abnormalities affect nasal airflow, reconstruction or rhinoplasty may also aim to improve nasal function. Each procedure therefore requires an individual assessment of both aesthetic proportions and functional anatomy.

3. Ear Reconstruction Surgery

Reconstructing the Ear. Restoring Facial Balance.

Ear deformities may be present from birth or develop following trauma, infection or previous surgery.

Ear reconstruction surgery can be considered for conditions such as:

• Microtia – an underdeveloped external ear
• Anotia – absence of the external ear
• Congenital ear deformities
• Traumatic ear defects
• Earlobe deformities
• Previous unsuccessful ear reconstruction

Reconstruction may use the patient’s own cartilage, prosthetic materials or other reconstructive techniques depending on the individual case. Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital lists autologous ear reconstruction, prosthetic ear reconstruction, tissue expansion and skin grafting among its ear reconstruction services.

The goal is to create an ear that is appropriately positioned and proportioned with the opposite side of the face while addressing the patient’s individual reconstructive needs.

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4. Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS)

Personalised Facial Feminization Through Craniofacial Surgery

Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) is a group of procedures designed to modify selected facial features to create a more feminine facial appearance.

Because every face is different, there is no single standard FFS procedure. Treatment is planned after assessing facial bone structure, soft tissues, hairline, forehead, nose, cheeks, jaw and chin.

Depending on individual requirements, procedures may include:

• Forehead contouring
• Brow contouring
• Rhinoplasty
• Cheek augmentation
• Jaw contouring
• Mandibular reduction
• Chin reshaping
• Lip procedures
• Facial soft-tissue procedures

FFS can be considered by transgender and gender-diverse individuals as well as non-transgender individuals seeking modification of specific facial characteristics. The hospital’s facial reconstructive surgery information also describes facial feminization procedures involving areas such as the forehead, mandible, chin and nose.

Every Face Is Unique

Successful facial cosmetic surgery begins with understanding the patient’s natural facial proportions. The objective is not to create an identical appearance, but to develop a treatment plan appropriate to the individual’s facial anatomy, expectations and functional safety.

Why Choose a Craniofacial Surgery Centre for Facial Cosmetic Procedures?

Facial cosmetic surgery requires an understanding of much more than the skin and surface appearance. The underlying bone, cartilage, muscles, teeth and soft tissues all contribute to facial proportions.

As a craniofacial and maxillofacial centre, Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital combines expertise in facial skeletal anatomy with reconstructive and cosmetic surgical techniques. The hospital reports more than three decades of experience in facial deformity correction and provides services including rhinoplasty, ear reconstruction, jaw correction and facial feminization surgery.

Our Approach

1. Comprehensive Evaluation
A detailed clinical assessment is performed to understand facial structure, symmetry and functional concerns.

2. Individualised Treatment Planning
The procedure or combination of procedures is selected according to the patient’s anatomy and goals.

3. Facial Proportion & Harmony
The aim is to create balanced results that complement the patient’s existing facial characteristics.

4. Functional Considerations
Where appropriate, treatment also considers breathing, chewing, speech and other functional requirements.

5. Advanced Imaging & Surgical Planning
Imaging may be used in complex cases to evaluate underlying facial structures and assist with treatment planning.

Dr. S.M. Balaji

Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. S.M. Balaji
M.D.S., MFDS RCPS (Glasg)., FDS RCPS (Glasg)., Ph.D., D.Sc. (Hon).

Dr. S.M. Balaji specialises in oral and maxillofacial and craniofacial surgery, with experience in facial deformity correction, rhinoplasty, reconstructive surgery and facial cosmetic procedures.

The hospital’s published information describes his work in complex facial reconstruction and cosmetic rhinoplasty, including correction of congenital, traumatic and cleft-related facial deformities.

Who May Benefit From Facial Cosmetic Surgery?

Facial cosmetic surgery may be considered by individuals who have:

• Aesthetic concerns involving the nose
• Congenital facial or ear deformities
• Facial asymmetry
• Post-traumatic facial changes
• Previous surgical deformities
• Cleft-related facial or nasal deformities
• Underdeveloped or malformed ears
• Specific facial features they wish to modify
• Functional problems associated with structural facial abnormalities

A consultation is essential to determine whether surgery is appropriate and what outcome can realistically be achieved.

Cosmetic Surgery in Chennai, India

Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital is located in Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and provides specialised dental, maxillofacial and craniofacial surgical care. The hospital states that it was established in 1993 and provides treatment for facial deformities, facial trauma, cleft conditions, rhinoplasty and other craniofacial conditions.

Patients travelling from other parts of India or overseas can contact the hospital to discuss consultation and treatment planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cosmetic facial surgery?

Cosmetic facial surgery refers to surgical procedures performed to modify or enhance selected facial features while considering facial proportions and, where relevant, functional requirements.

What is the difference between rhinoplasty and nose reconstruction?

Rhinoplasty primarily reshapes the nose and may also address functional problems, whereas nose reconstruction focuses on rebuilding or restoring nasal structures that have been significantly affected by congenital deformity, trauma, disease or previous surgery.

Can ear reconstruction correct microtia?

Ear reconstruction can be used to address microtia, an underdeveloped external ear. The appropriate reconstructive technique depends on the degree of ear development, surrounding tissues and the patient’s individual anatomy.

Is facial feminization surgery the same for everyone?

No. FFS is highly individualised. The procedures required depend on facial anatomy, existing features, personal goals and medical considerations.

Does cosmetic surgery always leave visible scars?

Scar placement depends on the procedure and technique used. Some facial procedures can use incisions hidden within natural creases or inside the nose, while other reconstructive procedures may require external incisions. The surgeon should explain expected scars during consultation.

Begin Your Facial Transformation Journey

Whether you are considering rhinoplasty, nose reconstruction, ear reconstruction or facial feminization surgery, an expert evaluation is the first step toward understanding your options.

Balaji Dental & Craniofacial Hospital
📍 63/30 K B Road, Teynampet, Chennai – 600018, Tamil Nadu, India
📞 +91 44 4294 7222
🌐 www.smbalaji.com