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Eyes Are Different Sizes: Fixed by Cosmetic Surgery?

asked 1 year ago by 9263anon in usa
Latest answer by Yael Halaas, MD
Question viewed 698 times
Tags: eyelids, eyes, female

my right eye is a normal seeing regular sized eye, but my left eye is "noticeably" smaller and blind (left eye doesn't have a pupil (my mother fell down when she was pregnant with me so it stopped the growth in my left eye). is there anyway to make my eyes the same size? or add a new eyeball or something? just wondering...

4 answers to Eyes Are Different Sizes: Fixed by Cosmetic Surgery?

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Correction of uneven eyes

It is theoretically possible for this result to be achieved. However, an attempt do so would involve a highly complex craniofacial surgery. This procedure is usually reserved only for those suffering from extremely severe facial abnormalities or from other serious medical conditions because the risk of complications such as permanent blindness or even death is quite high. Therefore, it is very unlikely that a patient seeking a purely cosmetic improvement will even be allowed to undergo this... more
Yael Halaas, MD

Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Options for different size eyes

Patients with significant differences in the size of their eyes can often be helped . In general this would require an appointment and consultation with careful examination and discussion to determine the best choice for the particular patient. You can go on the ASOPRS website and find an oculoplastic surgeon in your area to help you. Hope this helps
J. Timothy Heffernan, MD

Seattle Oculoplastic Surgeon

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Eyelid asymmetry

You have surgical and nonsurgical (ocular prosthesis) options to help make both sides appear more symmetric.  A consultation will determine exactly what can be done and what the expected results are. Dr T.
Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Undoubtedly you can be helped.

Dear 9263 The first step here is to see an oculoplastic surgeon.  This is a board certified ophthalmologist who is fellowship trained in eye plastic surgery.  They rehabilitate these situations.  It is possible that an ocularist (a technician who makes glass eyes) might also be able to assist.  However the first step is to determine how your left orbit developed and make an individualized plan for you.  This type of work is often covered by health insurance... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

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