What is causing my droopy eye? (photo)

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I have noticed recently when I take pictures I have one eye that looks droopy. I have asked my husband if he notices it when he is looking at me and he says he cannot see one eye droopy. But, clearly in pictures one eye looks different. What is causing this? What kind of doctor should I go to? How do I fix it?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

As we age, our eyelids naturally sag and droop. A combination approach would be best to see visible improvement. In terms of non-surgical treatment options, I would recommend a Chemical Brow Lift (using Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, or Jeuveau) and filler injections to rejuvenate the temples, eyebrow, eyelid, eye troughs, upper eye hollows, and forehead. I typically combine this with Ultherapy and thread lifting to lift the brow; RF and skin tightening laser treatments to stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate the skin; and laser or superficial RF devices for improvements in texture, color, and any crepey skin around the eyes as needed. In some cases, surgery is the best solution to achieve the desired results. See an expert for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer.​

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

The asymmetry is subtle, mild. There is facial asymmetry with right side of your face smaller than left. Not sure if anything can or needs to be done but you can see an oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation.

Naveen Somia, MBBS, PhD, FRACS · Answer

Hi JemandWhen you have a droopy upper eyelid you notice it in photos that use flash photography.However in normal day to day activities it is not noticeable. You may not need Surgery right now, but unfortunately with time the droopy eyelid will become noticeable.You should see a Plastic Surgeon who specialises in Eyelid Surgery and there are some very good ones in AtlantaAll the best

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