Can Asymmetric Eyes or Eyebrows Be Fixed?

I am interested in fixing my asymmetrical eyes. One of my brows sits noticeably lower and that same eye looks much smaller than the other eye/eyebrow. Is this a problem that can be fixed to create a more balanced, symmetrical set of eyes for myself? I am a young woman in her twenties, not an older person so I am not sure what type of surgery would be best, but I plan on consulting soon. Thank you!

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Asymmetry of brows and eyes

Some asymmetries can be fixed, others cannot. Often, one globe (eyeball) is more deeply set than another. That means that it sits more deeply in the bone of the eye (orbital socket). This in turn causes many other asymmetries. The deeper eye will have more laxity (looseness) of the overlying skin, causing the upper eyelids to appear different. There is often on the same side as the deeper set eye a flattening of the cheekbone, again causing the eye area to look different. There may be... more

Correcting brow assymetry

Most techniques for brow elevations (open forehead lift, endoscopic brow lift, transpalpebral brow lifts etc.) will improve brow asymmetries. However, if the asymmetry is due to a discrepancy in the orbital opening in the skull, the correction achieved will be short lived.

Correcting Eyebrow Asymmetry

Brow lift can correct a static eyebrow asymmetry: if the difference in height or shape of the brow is present when the brow is relaxed. Oftentimes, asymmetry is dynamic: a result of a difference in the tone of the forehead muscles. Brow lift will not correct dynamic asymmetries. This can be determined with careful examination. Dynamic asymmetries can often be improved with BOTOX.

Brow asymmetry can be corrected

Yes, your asymmetry can usually be corrected with a browlift. Probably, an endoscopic approach will work, but your surgeon can give you the best advice.

Correcting asymmetric eyebrows with browlift procedure

Asymmetric eyebrows can in fact be made to be more even, with some type of browlift procedure. The realistic goal is not to create perfect symmetry, but to help get closer to that goal and make a moderate improvement. This does not need to be a major procedure- many of the browlifts I perform are done under simple oral sedation, with a limited recovery time. It is important to note that, many times, asymmetric eyebrows can be associated with asymmetries of the eyelids as well, so this... more

Oculoplastic techniques could address this issue

Asymmetry of the brow and eyelids could be fixed by a variety of surgical techniques, depending on the specific asymmetry. A plastic surgeon with oculoplastic training should be able to address these issues. The brow asymmetry could be addressed by unilateral brow lift. The eyelid asymmetry is fixed depends on the specific issues. The key issue here is to communicate your requests and expectations to your surgeon to ensure that you will be satisfied of the final result.

A Unilateral Brow Lift or Botox are Great Options for Asymmetry of the Eyes/Eyebrows

Facial asymmetry is an extremely common phenomena and is present in almost everyone to some degree. In most cases, it’s barely noticeable, but occasionally it’s severe and treatment is necessary. Asymmetry of the periorbital region can be due to a variety of anatomic factors. These include abnormalities of the orbital bones, eyelid soft tissue and eyebrow. Depending on which structures are involved, treatment may or may not be possible. Asymmetry of the facial bones can be a major... more

Extensive evaluation..

Thank you for your question and submitting your photograph. It appears that your left eye is relatively lower in height compared to your right eye. This reflects a most likely a difference in bone structure between the 2 eyes. Therefore it would not be a simple surgery and would require more extensive evaluation prior to the discussion regarding any surgical procedures. see video

Blepharoplasty Sometimes Can Fix Assymmetric Eyes/Eyebrows

Depending on the reason for the asymmetry, a brow lift or blepharoplasty may help with asymmetry of the eyes and/or eyelids. It is important to note that while some asymmetries may be fixable, others will not be. This is because some asymmetries are due to the shape of the eye socket, asymmetries in the facial bones, a deeper set eye on one side, etc. "Dr.D"

Correcting Asymmetric Eyebrows and Lids

It is normal for one eyebrow or eyelid to be larger than the other. One can improve the asymmetry, but one can never totally correct it. It is very important to point this out to the patient preoperatively.