Why is one of my eyelids bigger than the other? Is there something wrong? How can I get this fixed? (Photo)

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My right eyelid seems "double" compare to my right one, that seems perfectly normal. It wasn't like when I was small. I barely noticed it when I was 16. Its rarely that when I blink it doesnt create that sort of form (pic ). That same eye sometime get tired. How can I get this fix, will I need surgery, can I fix it myself? I also wear glasses if that helps.

Cameron Chesnut, MD, FAAD, FACMS · Answer

Many different situations can lead to uneven eyelids. Some of these can be treated non-surgically and conservatively, even using some very advanced injection techniques with filler or very precise placement of Botox. Some situations truly do require surgery to resolve. 
It is important that you seek a consultation with an eyelid expert to delineate the exact cause and treatment options.
To ensure you are receiving the highest level of care, seek out a modernly trained, new-school dermatologic surgeon, oculoplastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who is board certified and fellowship trained in one of these "core four" cosmetic specialties. Membership in organizations like the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery help to identify a highly trained surgeon.
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Richard J. Bruneteau, MD · Answer

Your pictures clearly demonstrate bilateral eyelid ptosis which is worse on the right than on the left side. This occurs because the muscles that elevate the eyelid becomes weakened or detached from their insertion into the eyelid. When this happens, the eyelid develops the droopy appearance that's noted in your pictures. Eyelid ptosis can cause visual field obstruction and significant functional impairment. For this reason, eyelid ptosis should be repaired whenever possible.Eyelid ptosis can be repaired under general or local anesthesia. The procedure is relatively simple and associated with high success rates.If you're concerned about eyelid ptosis, it's important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this area. This surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your anatomic findings and achieves your aesthetic goals.

Charles S. Lee, MD, FACS · Answer

As the other surgeons have pointed out, you have a weakness in the muscle that opens the right eye. With adjustment, your crease size should level out and any wrinkles you may have over the right eye will improve (although the brow will drop a bit). In many cases, it's best to do both eyes to maximize symmetry.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Both eyelids are heavy or ptotic.  However, you make extra effort to open the right eye.  This means that you are activating the right brow and frontalis muscle more than the left side.  This is why it does not look like you have a fold on the right side.  Repairing the eyelid ptosis will allow the brow to relax down and will restore the right upper eyelid fold.  This generally is best accomplished with an anterior levator ptosis procedure even if you respond to the neosynephirine drop test. Study my website for examples of how this type of repair is done.  Glasses help hide things.

Sam Goldberger, MD · Answer

You do have eyelid asymmetry.It would also help to see your complete face. Surgery can be done to even your eyelid
heights. Please see an Oculoplastic surgeon.

Why is one of my eyelids bigger than the other? Is there something wrong? How can I get this fixed? (Photo)

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Answer: Bilateral upper eyelid ptosis with right eye dominance.

Answer: Bilateral upper eyelid ptosis with right eye dominance.

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Answer: Why is one of my eyelids bigger than the other? Is there something wrong? How can I get this fixed?

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Answer: Bilateral upper eyelid ptosis with right eye dominance.

Answer: Bilateral upper eyelid ptosis with right eye dominance.

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