Options for Lower Eyelids Hanging Too Low?

May 30, 2009
Asked By:billabonggirl777 in ireland

My lower eyelids hang too low showing the white of my eyes way below the coloured iris. This is not normal. My eyes get sore and red a lot and I have wrinkles under my eyes way to early.What is this problem and can I get it fixed through my doctor?

Answers (4)

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VOTED MOST HELPFUL
June 1, 2009

Answer: Your hanging lower lids should be evaluated by an oculoplastic surgeon.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 1, 2009

Answer: Your hanging lower lids should be evaluated by an oculoplastic surgeon.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 19, 2009

Answer: Pictures would be helpful for answering this question.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
June 19, 2009

Answer: Pictures would be helpful for answering this question.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
June 1, 2009

Answer: Loose lower lid a difficult problem

Robert L. Steely, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 1, 2009

Answer: Loose lower lid a difficult problem

Robert L. Steely, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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June 17, 2009

Answer: Canthoplasty and/or canthopexy

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Answer: Canthoplasty and/or canthopexy

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