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The distance between the eyes (intercanthal distance) cannot be easily change surgically. The eye sockets are bony structures fixed in the head. The corners of the eyes are attached to the bony eye sockets and are fixed in position for structural and functional purposes. It is possible to create an optical illusion of wider or narrower space through rhinoplasty or nose surgery. A taller bridge of the nose at the radix (the deepest part of the bridge usually between the eyes) will give the illusion of narrower space between the eyes. Similarly a lower or deeper radix, gives the illusion of a wider intercanthal space.
Judicious use of fillers and selective hair removal can be used to give the illusion of widened space. Surgery for this would not be wise.
You have upper eyelid retraction. The most common cause to this is thyroid related orbital disease. Your internist can test your thyroid function. The eyelids should be assessed by a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon. They can also discuss with you how this is managed. I also have...
Sorry about your problem. You certainly will look flatter, but if you wait a while perhaps fillers can be used to make up for the difference.
The asymmetric eye appearance is likely due to multiple factors including bony asymmetry, eyelid asymmetry, and eyeball position asymmetry. Best to see an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation. See following video too.
