Can I Change my Eye Shape?

Eye shape depends on multiple factors including eyelid and orbit anatomy. Almond eyes are beautifully inherited but they can also be achieved through special surgery. Consultation is necessary.

Ocassionaly, patients do ask for changes in the shape of the eye. The most common application of surgical techniques to alter eyelid shape is in "asian blepharoplasty" to create or accentuate the upper eyelid crease. This does appear to make the eyes more "open".
A tightening or repositioning of the inner or outer corners of the eyelids will also change the shape of the eyes. These procedures, called canthopexy and canthoplasty, respectively, can change the opening of the eyes and/or the angle of the opening.
Expertly placed botulinum toxin (Botox) can also open the eyelids and change their shape, although the results are temporary, lasting approximately 4 months.

The shape of the eyes can be adjusted with the aid of tendon and ligament adjustment surgery such as a canthoplastyYou should see a plastic/oculoplastic surgeon to have your eyes formally assessed to ascertain if this is somethign that you would be able to achieve.I hope this is of help

This is a good question. Depending on your exact anatomy we can perform a canthoplasty or canthoplexy with/without muscle suspension to give the eye a more almond shape. Every patient is different so some are good candidates and some are not. Blepharoplasty in conjunction with fat transfer really allows us to frame the eye which can give a nice result. You really need a good facial analysis with a physical exam to determine your options but the short answer is yes, we can change the shape of the eye (actually the eye lids but does give the eye a different look).Hope this helps.I have included a video of periorbital treatments.DrC

Several techniques are available to change the shape of one's eyelids. It is important to have an in office consultation with an eyelid surgeon specialist (oculoplastic surgeon) to determine what the goals are, what are possible treatment options and to tailor surgery for the patient's specific problems. Not everyone has reasonable goals; therefore, a good surgeon will dissuade patients from making poor choices.

There are a variety of procedures which suspend the lower eyelid at the outer corner. They fall into the general category of "canthal suspension procedures." These can be done with or without incisions in the outer corners of the eyelids. While they are technically straightforward when performed by an experienced surgeon, canthal issues are some of the most difficult and challenging to address when things go wrong. Please make sure to see a specialist for this kind of procedure. Good luck to you, Dr. Massry

It’s not unusual for patients to have specific aesthetic
goals when undergoing blepharoplasty surgery.  The vast majority of patients are interested in a more
youthful appearance and want to look more rested.  Occasionally patients request changes in the shape of their
eye, in an effort to look more exotic. 
Examples would include the creation of a double upper eyelid fold in
Asians or the creation of an almond shaped eye.

When patients request an almond shaped eye, a simple
procedure known as a lateral canthopexy can be performed.  This procedure tightens the corner of
the eye and raises its position. 

The majority of patients who undergo this procedure are
happy with the results of this maneuver
when performed with blepharoplasty.

It is possible to change the shape of the eyes with surgery.  The most important thing to do is to communicate clearly to  your surgeon as to what type of shape you desire.  Typically eyelid surgery is done to make the eyes look more youthful, not so much to change the shape.  Nevertheless there are a number of techniques to change the shape of the eyes, and depending on  your desires the surgeon will use those to achieve the desired result.

While the most common goals in Blepharoplasty surgery include rejuvenation of the face in the area around the eyes, alternative goals may include changing the shape of the eye. In the lower eyelids, this will usually involve eliminating puffiness and/or excess skin. In upper eyelids, this will most commonly involve reduction of a hooded look. In both cases, the result is not only rejuvenation but also a more refreshed look- like you have been on vacation for a month! Some patients, who do not have a natural fold in the upper eyelid, may wish to create upper eyelid dimension. This is most common in Asian patients. Part of the Blepharoplasty may include tightening the lower eyelid or adjusting the position of the outermost aspect of the lower eyelid. In each of these cases, the shape of the eye will change to a degree.

Hi @Arti,
Thanks for your question. An ideal eye has a slight almond shape as you have suggested. This is easy to create with natural results using a canthoplasty procedure which readjusts the corners of your eyelids. 
This can be performed alone or in combination with a private or lower eyelid blepharoplasty. 
You can expect about a week of bruising and a week of swelling. 
Best Wishes,



K. Chopra, M.D.
Johns Hopkins Trained Plastic Surgeon

Face, Body and Breast Expert