My eyes are not level with each other. What would you recommend?

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My left eye sits lower then my right. I had read online of a woman who had the exact same problem. She claimed that it was fixed when she realized that she was only chewing food with the right side of her mouth. She said that after a few days of chewing with the left it balenced out. I've tried the same for a couple of days, but nothing noticeable has changed. Will doing this even them out? If not what might help. I am male if it matters at all.

John Nguyen, MD, FACS · Answer

Photos in this case would be helpful to evaluate the asymmetry you are referring to.  In most cases, if the difference is small, I would not recommend pursuing any surgery.  Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

David Tauber, MD · Answer

The appearance of unevenness of the eyes can be caused by many different structural variations in the bones and tissues of the orbit. Photos that illustrate the problem would be very helpful. A detailed exam and possibly a CT scan of the facial bones would help to delineate the root cause of the unevenness. A formal consultation with a plastic surgeon would be the next best step.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Without seeing a photograph or you in person and understanding the cause of the unevenness than it is not possible to guide you. It is unlikely that a mechanical action of chewing would make a difference to a structure. It is unlikely that surgery would help. However if the issue bothers you,consult in person with 3 experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeons to understand your options.

Naveen Somia, MBBS, PhD, FRACS · Answer

Sorry, hard to tell without a photograph. If you have structural problems causing uneven eyes, it is unlikely that mechanical acts like chewing will helpYou should see a Plastic Surgeon in person

Katrinka L. Heher, MD · Answer

While many things can cause this I can't not think of one that would be fixed by chewing on the other side. Actually looking at the eyes and surrounding facial features is necessary to help diagnosis your problem so you should see someone to do a full evaluation. An oculoplastic surgeon would be perfect as they specialize in this problem. Good luck.

My eyes are not level with each other. What would you recommend?

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