Is it possible to correct my hollow eyes that (kind of) stick out from their orbit? (Photo)

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Dear doctors, I have a big esthetic problem with my eyes. I always thought that I lacked of fat around my eyes, which makes my eyes very hollow and round. It makes me look tired and older than I really am (early twenties) Now I think it may be because my eyes stick out too much from my eye socket. I would like to know if there is an operation that would set my eyes deeper in my orbit, and make my eyelids "fuller", less hollow? Thank you for your answer, that's really important to me.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You do have a deep fold of your upper lids.  But overall your eyes are quite beautiful and you do not need anything done for them.  You are too young and I think your eyes look nice.

Jeffrey B. Wise, MD, FACS · Answer

There are two issues here.  From the pictures, it appears that you have ptosis, a condition where the upper eyelid margin/border sits low on the eyeball/globe/iris.  The other is what can be called a negative vector, whereby the eye sits further forward in the eye socket, creating a hollow.  The ptosis can be addressed with a surgical procedure.  The hollowness under the eye can be addressed with a filler such as Belotero, Restylane, or free fat from your own body.Be sure to consult with a doctor with a lot of experience with these techniques.Best of luck!

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

This makes your eyes look heavy.  With retraction of the levator aponeurosis, this can sometimes take some of the orbital fat with it making the upper eyelid look very hollow.  Repairing the ptosis can sometimes (but not always) also help make the upper eyelid look more full.  Be careful who you see.  You are looking for a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon who is board certified in ophthalmology.  The American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery maintains an international directory on their website (URL listed below).  This can help you find a well qualified surgeon close to home.

Gregory Park, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

There is some hollowness around your eyes. However, this is not making your eyes look tired and sleepy. You have a condition called ptosis which can be improved with upper eyelid surgery. It involves surgery to reposition the levator muscle so that your eyes will look brighter and more open. Consult with plastic surgeons in your local area who know how to perform this surgery well. Thank you for sharing your question and photos. Best wishes.

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