Do I have ptosis? What would help the asymmetry ? (Photo)

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. For uneven brows, lids, and general eye area concerns, Botox can be an excellent non-surgical solution. Botox works by temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles and asymmetry. In your case, it could help lift the brow area and smooth out any drooping or heaviness in the eyelids. By strategically injecting Botox in the right muscles around the eyes, you can achieve a more balanced, lifted look without the need for invasive surgery. It’s particularly effective for addressing fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, like crow’s feet, while subtly improving brow symmetry. The results are not permanent, but they typically last 3-4 months, making it a low-risk, effective option to enhance the eye area and restore a more youthful appearance. I hope this helps and best of luck!

From your photo, it appears that you have mild upper eyelid asymmetry, which can be caused by a combination of brow position, eyelid skin excess, and volume loss in the upper eyelid area. This can sometimes give the appearance of ptosis, even when true muscle weakness is not present. A suitable option to improve the symmetry and overall balance of your upper eye area would be upper blepharoplasty to remove excess skin and create a more defined eyelid crease. In addition, fat grafting, such as using a small amount of buccal fat, can restore volume to the hollow upper eyelid and help create a more even, youthful contour.