My eyes weren't always uneven. I did something stupid 6 yrs ago and wore one contact on my right eye for a couple of months. My left eyelid drooped, and my left eye looked smaller than my right eye. Is there anything I can do to make my eyes even again? Brow lift? Laser blepharoplasty?
Answer: Droop Eyelid Following Contact Lens Use Your problem is probably related to a mechanical dysfunction of the eyelid. Perhaps the eyelid muscle has become weaker and needs to be tightened or lifted. This can only be determined by consultation with an eyelid specialist. If this turns out to be the cause of the "drooping" then there are a couple of surgical techniques that may be used to elevated the eyelid. Both procedures usually take under 1/2 hour to perform with minimal bruising and downtime. I hope you find this helpful.
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Answer: Droop Eyelid Following Contact Lens Use Your problem is probably related to a mechanical dysfunction of the eyelid. Perhaps the eyelid muscle has become weaker and needs to be tightened or lifted. This can only be determined by consultation with an eyelid specialist. If this turns out to be the cause of the "drooping" then there are a couple of surgical techniques that may be used to elevated the eyelid. Both procedures usually take under 1/2 hour to perform with minimal bruising and downtime. I hope you find this helpful.
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October 31, 2016
Answer: Unilateral eyelid drooping Zorimar, Old posting but still relevant question. In my practice, contact lens wear is the most common cause of eyelid ptosis (drooping) in those under 60 years of age. In your case I would advise discontinuing the contact lens and see if the lid elevates. There could be reversible causes to your ptosis, such as lid inflammation. If the lid stays low see an oculoplastic surgeon experienced in ptosis surgery. Insurance may cover the procedure. Cheers and good luck!
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October 31, 2016
Answer: Unilateral eyelid drooping Zorimar, Old posting but still relevant question. In my practice, contact lens wear is the most common cause of eyelid ptosis (drooping) in those under 60 years of age. In your case I would advise discontinuing the contact lens and see if the lid elevates. There could be reversible causes to your ptosis, such as lid inflammation. If the lid stays low see an oculoplastic surgeon experienced in ptosis surgery. Insurance may cover the procedure. Cheers and good luck!
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Answer: Drooping Eyelid Great question. I would first want to better understand what happened that caused the eyelid to droop. If this was secondary to an infection, there may be underlying scarring or damage to some of the tissues responsible for opening the eyelid. A blepharoplasty can certainly be performed on one side to even things out, but I think it is important to get to the bottom of why this happened. I know many patients who have worn their contacts too long, but I think it is quite rare that they would have long term changes to the eyelid position. Make sure you find a surgeon who is willing to dig to the root cause and not overlook what can potentially be a bigger issue. Hope this helps,Kyle Kimura, MDFacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Answer: Drooping Eyelid Great question. I would first want to better understand what happened that caused the eyelid to droop. If this was secondary to an infection, there may be underlying scarring or damage to some of the tissues responsible for opening the eyelid. A blepharoplasty can certainly be performed on one side to even things out, but I think it is important to get to the bottom of why this happened. I know many patients who have worn their contacts too long, but I think it is quite rare that they would have long term changes to the eyelid position. Make sure you find a surgeon who is willing to dig to the root cause and not overlook what can potentially be a bigger issue. Hope this helps,Kyle Kimura, MDFacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Non-Surgical Chemical Brow Lift for Eyelid Rejuvenation -- add Ultherapy, Thread Lifting, RF Skin Tightening, Laser Treatments 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.
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Non-Surgical Chemical Brow Lift for Eyelid Rejuvenation -- add Ultherapy, Thread Lifting, RF Skin Tightening, Laser Treatments 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.
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February 16, 2021
Answer: You most likely need a lid lift (ptosis repair) There are many reasons for uneven eyelids from uneven excess skin to uneven brow position, but when I hear a patient say my eyes were not always even and then become more uneven after wearing contact lenses, 9 out of 10 times it's because of lid ptosis. What happens with some contact lens users is that the contact lens rubs against the back surface of the upper eyelids causing inflammation which then causes the eyelid muscle to slip off it's normal attachment. The solution to do a small out-patient surgery repair to correct the lid ptosis. Typically it takes less than 15 min and can be done under local anesthesia. The incision is hidden on the undersurface of the eyelid so there are no visible scars. Stiches come out one week after surgery. It's really quite a quick procedure with minimal pain and minimal downtime.
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February 16, 2021
Answer: You most likely need a lid lift (ptosis repair) There are many reasons for uneven eyelids from uneven excess skin to uneven brow position, but when I hear a patient say my eyes were not always even and then become more uneven after wearing contact lenses, 9 out of 10 times it's because of lid ptosis. What happens with some contact lens users is that the contact lens rubs against the back surface of the upper eyelids causing inflammation which then causes the eyelid muscle to slip off it's normal attachment. The solution to do a small out-patient surgery repair to correct the lid ptosis. Typically it takes less than 15 min and can be done under local anesthesia. The incision is hidden on the undersurface of the eyelid so there are no visible scars. Stiches come out one week after surgery. It's really quite a quick procedure with minimal pain and minimal downtime.
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September 18, 2019
Answer: How Can I Fix One Drooping Eye? There are various causes of uneven eyes. The causes can include eyelid, facial, and/or orbit abnormalities, which they in and of themselves could be due to various causes. The treatment would depend on the cause. You shouldn't necessarily assume your contact lens history is the cause of your problem, especially because your history doesn't really explain your findings. You should see an Oculoplastic surgeon and Ophthalmologist for a complete evaluation.
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September 18, 2019
Answer: How Can I Fix One Drooping Eye? There are various causes of uneven eyes. The causes can include eyelid, facial, and/or orbit abnormalities, which they in and of themselves could be due to various causes. The treatment would depend on the cause. You shouldn't necessarily assume your contact lens history is the cause of your problem, especially because your history doesn't really explain your findings. You should see an Oculoplastic surgeon and Ophthalmologist for a complete evaluation.
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