Fixing uneven eyebrows due to trauma?

Question

What options exist for fixing uneven eyebrows due to a head injury? My forehead was cut along the top right side and the inner edge of my eyebrow 20 years ago as a result of an assault. As I have aged, the skin has begun to droop, causing the right eyebrow to sit significantly lower than the other. This has given my face a look of severe asymmetry. Would lifting with botox be an option? A brow lift? Or no options given the damage to the muscle of the forehead? Thank you!

Sanusi Umar, MD · Answer

It would be helpful to view a few photos of your  situation. It is probably best to consult a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for an in person evaluation. Botox, brow lifting and doing nothing are all possibilities depending on the evaluation findings.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello, 
Thank you for your question. 
It is difficult to determine if Botox is right
for you without a full assessment.  Botox may assist in slightly lifting
the brow. I'd recommend booking a consultation with a
skilled and qualified injector to discuss your options. 
Take care.

Joseph L. Kiener, MD, FACS · Answer

The problem may relate to scarring, denervation of the frontalis muscle or both.  Regardless the use of botox is probably inadequate. Photos would be helpful to give you a more direct answer, but I suggest seeing a surgeon in your area.  Regards.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Brow asymmetry due to trauma? I need to see photos of your face. Botox will not solve this. A brow lift is what you need but without photos I would just be guessing.

Ali Sadeghi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  Botox is a temporary neuroparalytic that is used to eliminate wrinkles in the periorbital and forehead area.  Its also works well for softening the 11s (corrugated muscle).  Fillers are used to add volume to the face and also deal with dipper folds and lines such as the smile lines and marionette lines.  In addition filler can be used for filling the tear trough deformity and adding volume to the cheeks and lips.  Please consult with your plastic surgeon to review the best options available for you.Good Luck.

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