One eye is sunken while the other is bigger and more alerted? What can be done? (Photo)

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It is hard to tell just with photos but my eyes are uneven. My left eye looks more alerted, it is bigger and I know it is caused by my brow bone which is higher than the right one. My left brow has a natural arch while right one is fallen down. My right eye looks like it is sunken in. It wasn't like that before. It becomes visible day by day. I don't want a major surgery. Is there anything can be done to make them more even? Even a small change? Thanks.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

Eye asymmetry has many causes. See following video. It is hard to appreciate significant asymmetry based on your photos. Best to see an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation.

Jeffrey Jumaily, MD · Answer

I do see the difference between the eyes. The difference is small and subtle, I'm not sure you'd gain much from any intervention. You can see a surgeon in person if you feel the photos don't do it justice. Best wishes.

Jeffrey H. Lee, MD · Answer

It all depends on why things are the way they are.  If you'd had facial trauma where the bones around your eye were broken, this could potentially be fixed with surgery.  If it is a congenital facial skeleton issue (meaning you were born with it)  then it's going to be really difficult and definitely not worth the correction you're trying to achieve.  Unfortunately either way you're talking about surgery but if you came to me I'd start with a facial CT scan to look at your bones.

Sara A. Kaltreider, MD (retired) · Answer

Your photograph (2nd and 3rd) show a birthmark. I would recommend seeing an Oculoplastic & Orbital specialist for a complete eyelid and orbital examination. Some birthmarks - such as those seen with Sturge Weber Syndrome - are associated with glaucoma and asymmetry of the orbits. Treatment is available, but it is important to provide you with an accurate diagnosis first. Make an appointment as soon as convenient with an Oculoplastic & Orbital specialist to get some answers and appropriate treatment. Best wishes!

One eye is sunken while the other is bigger and more alerted? What can be done? (Photo)

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Answer: Asymmetry of the eyelids and orbit

Answer: Asymmetry of the eyelids and orbit

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