Why is my forehead bigger when I put on glasses?

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When I wear glasses my forehead seems to move back making it look bigger. I took a video from the side and saw it happen but when I wear tighter glasses it looks fine and my forehead doesn't get bigger.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Your forehead may appear bigger but it probably is an illusion when you wear glasses.  Or... your may have better eye sight to appreciate a bigger forehead?  Or ... as you noted it is just a perception when you wear small or tight glasses versus larger glasses.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

This is an issue of perception. You see a larger forehead with glasses so maybe you are too sensitive about the glasses. Speak with members of your family about this perception or people you can trust.

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