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Would a botox brow lift correct my pictured asymmetry? (Photo)

I am not sure if my right eye has always drooped this much compared to my left and/or has always had such a heavy hooded lid- but I suspect it was a fairly recent development - perhaps it came with age.. I did however know that my brows very asymmetrical. I want even/symmetrical eyes - but ideally without having to undergo surgery.. is that achievable?

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March 9th, 2016

Botox brow lift

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Dear Katherine321,

Thank you for your clinical post. The left eyebrow is higher than the right and the distance between your eyelashes on the upper lid and the fold above is bigger. The right sided eye appears smaller because the brow is lower and the distance between the lash line and the fold is less and there is more overhanging fleshy tissue.

You have several options to enhance your appearance and symmetry and the first would be the non-surgical option such as a little bit of Botox brow balancing to drop the left side, possibly elevate the right side. Some soft tissue fillers under the right brow would also help elevate the appearance of the eyebrow and a small amount of injectable soft tissue filler like Juvederm in the left eyelid above the fold can give a little bit more of a fuller eyelid appearance.

Obviously, surgical improvement would give the longest term result with elevation of the right brow and right upper lid blepharoplasty would help create more balance. This, however, requires surgery and prolonged recovery and may not be something you’re looking for at this young age.

I hope this information is of some assistance and best of luck.

To find out more or schedule a consultation, please visit the link below. Also visit the areas on Botox and blepharoplasty.

R. Stephen Mulholland, M.D.
Certified Plastic Surgeon
Yorkville, Toronto

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R. Stephen Mulholland, MD


Toronto Plastic Surgeon
4.6 out of 5 stars 101 reviews

March 4th, 2016

Botox brow lift for asymmetrical eyebrows.

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Thank you for including photographs. Unfortunately, the photos show a very limited field and limit the ability to evaluate the relationship of the eyebrows and eyelids, and the opening of the eye itself. You could look at a close-up photo of your face, such as a high school yearbook photo to see what your eyes looked like then and what's changed since. Botox as well as fillers, alone or together, can be used to elevate an eyebrow. Some asymmetry is normal and very common. Usually, minor asymmetry has no impact on facial esthetics and does not necessarily need to be corrected. Sometimes, minor asymmetries are difficult to correct. Simple maneuvers such as changing how the brows are shaped by plucking can also help. I recommend starting with a consultation with a board-certified dermatologic surgeon experienced in esthetic treatments with a wide range of options. All the best!

Renuka Diwan, MD
Cleveland Dermatologic Surgeon

February 28th, 2016

Would a botox brow lift correct my pictured asymmetry? (Photo)

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Botox would not help with your photic left lid, but it would help elevate your right brow to be more symmetrical with your left (which appears to be 1-2mm higher, likely to compensate for your photic lid). The only way to know for sure is to book a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to see what your options are. Best of luck! 

Learn more: http://drmathewplant.com/botox-toronto

Mathew A. Plant, MD, FRCSC

Mathew A. Plant, MD, FRCSC
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Hi Katherine 321,

Surgery is not necessary. Botox would be a great option to lift the brow. Only a small amount is needed to achieve results. It is unlikely that you will have 100% symmetry but it should be much closer. I recommend having the treatment done by a board certified dermatologist. Take care.

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