Squinting Eyes when I Smile? (Lower Eyelid Slants) (photo)

August 19, 2012
Asked By:Matt0101 in Vancouver, BC

(Age 18 male) I've noticed that when I smile, my lower eyelid comes up a lot, & I don't like this. I'm not sure if it's "squinting" exactly but either way it bothers me. I've provided a photo of just half/part of my face for privacy reasons. Do you see what I mean? I dislike how it slants upward so much. Is there a possible fix? (whether it be botox or surgery, I'd hope & would like to know of any potential fixes) I've also provided an example of eyes while smiling that I believe look more ideal

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August 22, 2012

Answer: Botox can help

A.J. Amadi, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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August 22, 2012

Answer: Botox can help

A.J. Amadi, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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August 25, 2012

Answer: Smiling lifts your lower lid

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August 25, 2012

Answer: Smiling lifts your lower lid

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