Uneven eyelids after Blepharoplasty

Even though it has been only three weeks postoperative for upper and lower blepharoplasty, there is still some swelling left in the eyelids. A formal decision cannot be made at this point between the asymmetry on the eyelids. Asymmetry on the eyelids is a natural phenomenon, which can be either made better... more

I agree with those surgeons noting the asymmetry of your eyes preoperatively. This may affect incision placement.  As time goes by this should not be a big factor.  

You look like an attractive woman in her 20's.  Preoperatively I see bilateral lower lid, congenital, ectropion but with asymmetry.  Upper lids had good position with no excess skin.  Brows are in good position. Postoperatively I see bilateral lower lid ectropian but now with upper lid ptosis,... more

You have pre-existing asymmetries that are accentuating the post-surgical differences. However, in your eyes-closed post-op view, it appears that that is a distinct asymmetry in the distance between your upper eyelid margin and the incision. The distance is greater in your left eye (right side of the... more

I see that you have a difference in the height of your fold. This could be due to many reasons. Waiting could be helpful to allow yourself to heal. Many times, this can allow your eyes to even out if there is any residual swelling contributing to the difference. If there is a persistence of this difference... more

Dear Daisy, We like to say that if you tell the patient before surgery it is an explanation but if you tell them after surgery, its sounds like an excuse. Your photos are helpful but it would be even more interesting to also have the before pictures. I agree with Dr. Moellenken that you have facial asymmetry,... more

Hello Daisy, As someone who has asymmetric eyes himself and who had eyelid surgery, I can tell you that differences in the eyes are there before surgery and remain after surgery. Three weeks is too early to worry. I am not sure what you mean by your left eyelid being noticeably bigger. I do see that the scar... more

Of course you are quite early arfter surgery and should wait before making any decisions on the final outcome. However, your eyes are asymmetric.  Your left eye appears more prominent and higher.  This is a result of the eyeball in the eye bone socket, and is not affected at all by surgery.  So... more

Your eyebrow is lower than the left, which exposes more of your left upper eyelid than your right. This makes a lot of difference. You are still early in your recovery. Things will probably be more equal in another few weeks.  An eyebrow lift for the right side is a possibility, however it is very... more

You still have swelling post surgery and result will improve. The other point is the position of your eyebrow. Your right eye brow is lower and this makes the difference between the eyes more prononced. Nobody has a symmetrical face and from what I see you have a good result.