Procedure for Asymmetrical Eyelid and Lazy Eye? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Procedure for Asymmetrical Eyelid and Lazy Eye?

My eyes are not symmetrical and I have a lazy eye what can I do? I was hit in the face by a softball a couple years ago. My one eyelid is much larger and covers up part of my one eye.

Lastly, I have a lazy eye and it strays away and makes me look crazy.

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by crazyeyes in Phoenix, Arizona
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Blepharoplasty can lessen the asymmetry of eyes

According to the picture shown, the lazy eye does appear to be significantly asymmetric than the opposite eye. A blepharoplasty can help with this issue. It also appears that, that eyebrow is lower than the opposite side. Asymmetrical eyelid surgery can help make the eyelids look more symmetrical and remove the lazy eyed look.
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Consider a personal consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon

Dear Crazy Eyes You need to have an appropriate assessment by a well qualified oculoplastic surgeon. This is a board certified ophthalmologist who is also fellowship trained in oculoplastic surgery. Currently these fellowship are accredited through the American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. The Society maintains a website with a directory that will assist you to find a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon in your area: www.ASOPRS.org From the photograph it... more

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