What can I do about downturned, tired, sad-looking eyes? (Photos)

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What can I do to improve the look of my eyes? I'm 25 and look tired, sad and almost sickly because of my eyes. I believe a lot of it is genetic but what can I do to make improvements? I would like to look more awake, present and happy. Thank you :)

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You have bilateral upper eyelid ptosis and a compensatory eyebrow elevation compensation. The ptosis needs to be fixed to improve your appearance. Lateral canthal laxity does not appear to be a big issue here. However, there is no substitute for an in person consultation. Do not have a Zoom or Skype consultation and assume that can be used for planning surgery. That is not true or accurate unless you want cookie cutter surgery.

Garrett Griffin, MD · Answer

Mgonz: thanks for your question. I would recommend trying to give your brows a more arched appearance. Your eyes are pretty as is but your brows are a little low and flat. Botox can often give a little brow arch and lift and I would start there. If that didn't work you could consider a temporal browlift which would arch the brow a little more.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

There are different options but it is important to have personal evaluation to determine exactly what is bothering you and what changes are realistic. See an expert.

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear Mgonz4Thank you for your questions and photos! To enhance the appearance of the eyes - adding FRAME - shaping the brow and the malar area (hollow ) can improve the contour and warm up the eyes.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Brett S. Kotlus, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

In this situation a lateral canthoplasty may be a reasonable option. You should have an in-person consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon for the best advice.

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