Why are there creases in my inner eyelids and is there a way to get rid of them? (photos)

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I never had these creases in my inner eyelid. I once had nice eyelids now it looks as if there sagging. Is there a way to get rid of those creases and fix my eyelids?

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.You have small epicanthal folds. Although these can be treated surgically when significant, yours do not warrant surgery at this time. It is best to seek an opinion of a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Oculoplatic Surgeon who is experienced in these procedures.All The Best !

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

There is a surgery called medial epicanthoplasty.  It is used to take an inside Asian eyelid fold to an outside fold.  When it is great, it is amazing.  When it does not heal well, it puts a nasty scar right in a highly visible area.  You tiny fold is not what these surgeries were designed to correct.  When the issue is small, the likelihood of being satisfied by surgery decreases profoundly.  Neither blepharoplasty or "medial canthoplasty" are likely reliable enough to make it worth your while to under go such procedure to correct this issue.  Profound caution is advised.

Samuel Baharestani, MD, FACS · Answer

You have a condition called epicanthal folds.  This is a common condition where people are born with an extra flap of skin.  I bet if you look at people in your family, they may have it, as well.  This can be treated surgical via a blepharoplasty with medial canthoplasty.  I recommend that you find a board certified oculoplastic surgeon to address your problem and discuss ways to fix the condition.  Good luck!

Naveen Somia, MBBS, PhD, FRACS · Answer

If you pinch the skin on your nose between the eyelids, these folds will disappear. If they do, then a small amount of Dermal Filler to the nose to stretch the skin may be a simpler non surgical option.Best

Harry V. Wright, MD · Answer

The term for the web of skin of the inner corner of the upper eyelid is epicanthal fold. They can be corrected surgically by medial epicanthoplasty. There are a couple of different techniques so it is imperative that you seek out a consultation with a Board-Certified Facial Plastic or Oculoplastic Surgeon who has experience with epicanthoplasty.Best wishes!  Harry V. Wright MD

Why are there creases in my inner eyelids and is there a way to get rid of them? (photos)

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Answer: Why are there creases in my inner eyelids and is there a way to get rid of them? (photos)

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