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What is the Best Way to Fix Uneven Eyelids?

asked 9 months ago by 448538anon in Canada
Latest answer by Charles S. Lee, MD
Question viewed 549 times
Tags: male, candidate, crease, uneven

I am an asian male whose right eye has no crease, while my left eye has quite a high crease. It looks very unbalanced when looked up close. I have noticed this problem since I was a little kid. Is it possible to make it uneven?

4 answers to What is the Best Way to Fix Uneven Eyelids?

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Asian Blepharoplasty

Yes, it is not uncommon to have asymmetry between the eyelid creases. This can be fixed with an Asian Blepharoplasty to create a crease on the right side to match that on the left or vice versa. This is a procedure that can be done while you are awake with local anesthesia and you can go home right after the procedure.
Kimberly Lee, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.beverlyhillsfacialplastic.com

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Uneven crease in an Asian eyelid

The most common causes for an very asymmetric crease is uneven eyelid muscle strength on the two eyes. A double eyelid operation can correct this but you need a careful preoperative exam to prevent any surprises as after surgery.
Charles S. Lee, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Fixing uneven eyelids

Uneven eyelids are a common problem in both Caucasian and Asian eyelids. It is rare to ever see perfect symmetry in the eyelids of any patient. The degree of symmetry is variable depending upon the individual. Asymmetrical surgery can be performed to make the eyelids look more symmetrical by placing the incision in the desired location to create the crease either higher or lower and then removing excess fat and skin on the asymmetrical side.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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No photo. So an educated guess is needed.

There is no replacement for an actual consultation. It is important to find a surgeon who actually is accomplished in performing this surgery. Generally this will be someone who devotes a good deal of their practice to performing eyelid and eyelid reconstructive surgery. The surgeon's ethnic identity is less important than their skills, training, and experience. What you are describing is a situation where one eyelid has a crease and a double fold but the fold is... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

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