Do you think I have ptosis? Is it fixable with exercises? (photo)

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So MY right side of my face is lower than my left;my eyebrow & eye, is this ptosis? When I lift up my eyelid I feel like I can see better. I feel like I don't have much strength on my right side

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

It appears you have left upper eyelid ptosis +/- hollowness. You may benefit from ptosis surgery and/or filler injection. See following example. Personal evaluation is necessary.

Usha Rajagopal, MD · Answer

You certainly have asymmetry in the upper lid with “your” left appearing higher along with the eyebrow slightly elevated. We would need to do a full examination to see if you have ptosis of the lid with the higher crease. I think an in person exam is very important. We can have you move your eyes, close your eyes etc. The second question you asked, does exercise going to improve ptosis? No, it won’t.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photo. It is difficult to assess ptosis and other conditions that can mimic ptosis without a full examination. During your consultation, your surgeon should be able to determine what ptosis, if any, is there and the best treatment plan. Depending on the source of the "droopy" eyelid, you may require a specific surgical technique to correct the issue. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery@drjohnsonlee

Lily Lee, MD · Answer

Hello, good for you for knowing the word "ptosis" as you have obviously done your research. While your ptosis on the left looks mild, you are also compensating for it by raising your brow (probably subconsciously). Unfortunately, we don't usually know what causes this, but acquired (meaning you were not born with it) ptosis can be straightforward to fix in a small scarless procedure. Best to have an in person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in eyelid work.

Shoib Myint, DO, FAOCO · Answer

Hello lovemelovexx,It is possible that you might have a small ptosis or droop of the left upper eyelid which is resulting in a compensatory left eyebrow raising. This is causing more space between your eyebrow and your eyelid making your right eye appear lower. So the problem might be in your left side not your right. Only way to be sure is to get a detailed physical exam. These are subtle changes which is correctable. Seek out an oculoplastic surgeon for that exam and a treatment plan. Hope this helps.Cheers

Do you think I have ptosis? Is it fixable with exercises? (photo)

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