My left eye is very different from my right, do I have ptosis? (Photos)

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The third image is how my eyes look when I smile. Would it be possible to fix the droopy eyelids while fixing my und eye circles as well? I have dark, shallow genetic eye bags.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You have bilateral upper eyelid ptosis and eyebrow compensation. The right  eyebrow is somewhat more compensated than the left causing the two eyes to look so different. Please be aware that it is so common for eyelid surgeons to mismanage this situation. The most popular ptosis surgery is the posterior approach Müller's muscle conjunctival resection, also so-called scarless ptosis surgery. This will be the wrong ptosis surgery for you. You have central levator disinsertion. The Müllerectomy is not effective in these situations. In addition, you need control of your upper eyelid crease lowered. This can be done with an anterior levator resection ptosis surgery. I also suspect that you may need help with your lateral canthal insertion. This work is often done together. This work will allow the eyebrows to relax down restoring your upper eyelid folds. There is no substitute for a detailed, in person examination. Your eyes can be your feature.

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