Eyelid Surgery: Q&A
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Hi, My eyes are different sizes (and shaped differently), and it really bothers me. Please see attached photo. Is this possible to fix? If so, is it a complicated surgery? Thank you!
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Eyequestion
in Northern NJ
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Orbit, Eye, or eyelid?
A complete exam with an oculoplastic surgeon, as well as a possible CT-scan to follow will help determine which eye is problematic. If the problem is in your left orbit, a thyroid orbitopathy that causes eye muscles to increase in size or orbit fat to increase in volume is the most likely diagnosis. Other possible orbital problems include a mass pushing the eye forward making it look bigger. If the problem is in your right orbit, your surgeon will look for something that causes the eye...
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Options for asymmetrical eyes
There is no fix for asymmetrical eyeballs. There are some modifications that can be done to the blepharoplasty procedure to correct asymmetrical eyelids by doing asymmetrical surgery. Occasionally one eyelid is puffier than the other and excess fatty deposits are removed more on the puffy eyelid than the opposite eyelid. Occasionally the upper lids are asymmetrical and this can be brought more into symmetry by performing techniques such as differential fat removal, sometimes a strip of...
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Correction of "asymmetrical eyes"
Your palpebral aperture (vertical distance between upper and lower eyelid margins) does appear asymmetric, but the exact nature of this asymmetry can only be determined by close examination and measurement. The procedure(s) to correct depend on the cause(s) of your asymmetry. See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, or several in your area, to learn more. Accurate restoration of symmetry is a delicate and complex procedure.
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Can I Fix Asymmetrical Eyes?
Yes, asymmetrical eyes can be fixed. The main question I have regarding your picture is what do you look like behind those glasses. Differences in glasses prescription can magnify your eyes in varying amounts either worsening or improving asymmetry. It is best to get a consultation with an Oculoplastic surgeon to identify all the factors causing your asymmetry and then come up with a proper treatment plan.
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This is an interesting question.
Dear Eyequestion
As I look at your photos, I see several issues.
First, and this is easy enough to determine by looking at your eye glass prescription, it appears that your right eye is mildly near slighted and your left eye is mildly far sighted. This arrangement will make you right eye look slightly smaller relative to your left eye because lens that correct for near slightedness have the optical effect of making the eye look smaller and lens that that correct for...
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Correcting asymmetrical eyelids
The short answer to your question is yes the symmetry can be improved. It may be due to more skin on one side or the position of the lower eyelids. It is hard to tell from the photos. However, you have a reasonable problem that can be addressed.
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Eyelid asymmetry
The asymmetry is likely due to the eyelids, which can be improved. It could also be due to your eye position (if one is more prominent than the other) or due to bony asymmetry of the face and orbits. There are nonsurgical and surgical options to address all of these. I recommend a consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon.
Dr Taban
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Can I Fix Asymmetrical Eyes?
Yes it is possible to improve or lessen the asymmetry. But in person evaluation is best. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski
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Fix asymmetrical eyes
The most important thing you should do is to consult with an oculoplastic surgeon to determine the cause for the asymmetry. It could be something innocuous such as asymmetrical myopia or ptosis. Alternatively it could represent something more serious such as a mass growing behind the eyeball or Graves' disease. The fix depends on the cause of the problem.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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