50 - Uneven eyebrows in photos. Would botox help this? (Photos)

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I have uneven eyebrows in photos. I asked the nurse at my doctors office and she said she didn't notice it but it is definitely there. Is there anything I can do about it? Maybe botox on one side? would losing weight help it? I'm 50.

Ella Fedonenko, MD · Answer

It’s possible to try to do a left eyebrow lift to improve this. Losing weight is unlikely to help with this issue.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Botox is definitely a non-invasive method for correcting eyebrow asymmetry. It definitely gives the patient quick and reliable results when administered by a qualified professional.

Nick Slenkovich, MD · Answer

Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am the aesthetics provider at Colorado Plastic Surgery Center. Yes, Botox can help with uneven brows—and it's a common solution.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin - Winnetka & Chicago. This is a great question. Botox will help in your case, especially if the unevenness in your eyebrows is due to muscle imbalance or differences in how each side of your face moves. It’s actually quite common for people to have asymmetry in their brows, and even small differences can become more noticeable in photos or with age, as skin and muscle tone naturally shift. Weight loss generally doesn’t have a major effect on brow position, especially at age 50, so if the unevenness bothers you, Botox would be a safe and effective option to explore. I hope this helps and best of luck!

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Uneven eyebrows can be a common concern and may be due to a variety of factors, including muscle movement, underlying facial asymmetry, or natural variations in brow shape. Here are some potential solutions that might help address this issue:

Botox:

Botox can be used to correct mild asymmetry by relaxing the muscles that control eyebrow movement. This can help lift one brow to better match the other. A skilled injector can assess your specific needs and provide targeted treatment.
Dermal Fillers:

In some cases, dermal fillers can be used to create a more balanced appearance by adding volume to areas that may be lacking.
Brow Shaping:

Professional brow shaping or microblading can help create the illusion of symmetry by adjusting the shape and fullness of the eyebrows.
Lifestyle Factors:

While weight loss can affect facial appearance, it is unlikely to significantly impact eyebrow symmetry. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can contribute to overall skin and muscle tone.
Surgical Options:

For more pronounced asymmetries, surgical options such as a brow lift might be considered. This would typically be a last resort after exploring non-surgical options.
Consultation with a Specialist:

Consider consulting with a dermatologist or a cosmetic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetics to get a personalized assessment and treatment plan.
It's important to have realistic expectations and to discuss your concerns and desired outcomes with a qualified professional. They can help determine the most appropriate approach for your specific situation.

Glenn Murray, MBBS · Answer

Hello

I do note some asymmetry - which is very common.

It is tricky when your anatomical shape is under pinning the muscle.  Having said that you may want to inject the end point of eyebrow of the lowest eye/eyebrow to try and achieve some opening of the eye and some lift.  
I would advise that you also treat the glabella.

I hope this helps.  Good luck and best wishes

The Absolute cosmetic Medicine Team

Stefan Weiss, MD · Answer

Botox can potentially help it but the physician completing it must be highly skilled to ensure it does not pull above the other eyebrow.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Botox and other neuromodulators are commonly used to improve asymmetry of the brows.  The treatment is done in the office with final results seen after two weeks.  The effects can last several months.  Weight loss does not typically impact brow asymmetry.  See an expert injector for your treatment.

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

If you carefully look at everyone, you know, you will see that they have the same issue on hand. One eyebrow is higher than the other, and this is all determined by the skeletal formation while in the womb and you cannot correct this without any major surgery, which I would definitely not recommend. I hope the self and good luck from Leonard Grossman, MD, organic plastic surgery New York City

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