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My left eyelid drops more than my right eyelid when I smoke (medical reasons). Can it be corrected and/or improved? (Photo)

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CtDotson01May 3, 2022

When i'm not using the relaxant both eyelids are perfectly symmetrical. Only when I use it does it drop.

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