Will upper blepharoplasty help improve the appearance of deep set eyes? (Photo)

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Hello, I’m wondering if an upper blepharoplasty will help improve the appearance of deep set eyes. I feel like my eyes just kind of get lost in my face, and I’m not sure if there is anything that can be done about this.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Blepharoplasty is cosmetic surgery that removes skin, muscle, and fat. It does not fix ptosis. You need to see an aesthetic eyelid surgeon who understands ptosis. This needs to be repaired with an anterior levator resection ptosis repair. Your eyes can be your best feature.

Saba Ghorab, MD · Answer

Hello,
Firstly, I think you have beautiful eyes! That said, I am all about exploring possible treatment options for something you're less than happy with. 
In looking at your one photo, I would NOT recommend an upper blepharoplasty. Upper eyelid surgery is primarily indicated for loose, redundant skin or excessive fullness from prominent/bulging soft tissues and orbital fat pads in the upper lid area. In fact, upper bleph may worsen or create a new hollowing or sunken look if it's poorly done!  It's worthwhile to see a facial plastic surgeon for a more complete exam of your eyes and discuss alternative treatment options (happy to see you if you're ever in the Scottsdale, AZ area). If you have a tendency to squint excessively, botulinum toxin injection (using a productive like Botox or Disport) would give you a bigger, brighter eye look. Lastly, some surgeons will inject fat around the eye area to improve age-related volume loss. At first glance, I wouldn't recommend this for you either. 
I hope this helps. Thanks and take care
Saba Ghorab, MDSaba Plastic SurgeryScottsdale, AZ

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Upper eyelid blepharoplasty is a treatment that removes excess skin in the upper eyelid. It can also be used to treat individuals who have ptosis that may be blocking their vision.
The procedure removes tissue, so it would not create fullness in your upper eyelids, but rather do the opposite.
Most facial aesthetics is based on bone structure.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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