Eyelid surgery to make eyes look even?

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12 answers to “Eyelid surgery to make eyes look even?”

A: More symmetrical eyes are possible

By William Portuese, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Even though all patients have one eye slightly larger than the other, it is possible through some asymmetrical surgical techniques to alter that to make the eyelids appear more symmetrical.

A: Could be eyelid ptosis

By Robert Schwarcz, MD - New York City Oculoplastic surgeon

Hi Maple Syrup Eyelid asymmetry cold come from a myriad f problems. The most common that comes to mind without seeing your photo is from eyelid ptosis, which is not a skin problem but rather an eyelid position problem, this could be from a weakening of the levator muscle that opens the eyes, or from the... more

A: Eyelid surgery can make your eyes look quite symmetrical.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi! The muscles, skin, ligaments, and fat of the eyelids can be rearranged to improve both shape and symmetry. Wanting more symmetrical eyes is a common complaint in our blepharoplasty patients in Manhattan. There are literally 10 different operations that can be done, and they are tricky. Everything... more

A: Eyelids: expect less uneveness and not perfect symmetry

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

There may be many explanations for this ranging from skeletal to muscular to fatty to cutaneous causes. Depending on the findings a variety of interventions could provide you with dramatic improvement. However, It is not realistic to expect perfect symmetry. Seek a qualified surgeon... more

A: Possibly

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

There are a number of reasons for the eyelids to be asymmetrical. A thorough examination will be needed to make a surgical plan, and give you an idea how the chances for success will be. It is well worth it to get an evaluation. sek

A: It May Be Possible

By Christopher L. Hess, MD - Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

Asymmetry is the norm in nature. Although it may seem that our eyes are symmetrical they really aren't. However, there are occasions where one is noticeably different causing a unnatural appearance. In these circumstances correction of one eye may be possible depending on the problem. Often a... more

A: You need an exam by an opthalmologist

By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

There are many possible causes for the asymmetry that you see. Most often, the cause of one eye appearing more open is either the larger eye is in fact larger or positioned differently due to the bone structure of the eye socket. In some cases, the other eye is smaller which allows the lids to close over the... more

A: You first need a diagnosis.

By Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD - Los Angeles Oculoplastic surgeon

Dear Maplesyrup There are a number of reasons that the two eyes can look different including that this is the way you come. You have not included a photograph so it is hard to be more specific. Before considering how to make the two eye look the same, it is important to determine why they look different... more

A: Possible to make eyes look even

By Samson Lee, MD - Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

No one has perfect symmetry. That being said, achieving reasonable symmetry is possible. You would want to make sure you do not have eyelid ptosis (droopy eyelid) which can be a sign of an underlying neurological disorder. If you have ptosis that is not from an underlying neurological disorder you can get that... more

A: Eyelid/eye asymmetry

By Trevor M. Born, MD - Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Dear Maple Suryp Make the eyes look more symmetrical can be tricky. The contour/shape of the eyeball is fixed. the soft tissues of the orbit can be shaped along with lower eyelid postion can be maniputlated to make the eyes look more similar. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD

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