Do I have ptosis or just small eyes? (Photo)

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Every time I take a picture, one eye looks droopy or something and I feel embarrassed. How can I correct this?

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

Based on your posted photo, you do in fact have eyelid ptosis, or droop. The left eyelid looks droopier than the right, but I suspect that if you treated just the left side, the right side will relax and require surgery as well. There are a couple different techniques that we use for ptosis repair, external levator advancement vs internal muller's muscle shortening. Based on my examination, I will recommend one or the other, as each has its pros and cons to it.

C. Blake Perry, MD · Answer

You have a small amount of ptosis (drooping) of your left upper lid that makes the eyes look uneven. This can be corrected with a scarless surgery done from the backside of the lid. Best to see an eyelid expert.

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