Why do I have a huge gap at the outer corners of my eyes which makes them very droopy? (Photo)

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Why is this? What can I do to fix it? I believe I’ve had this since I was born, my eyes water very easy and I was wondering if the two are tired. I really hate my eye shape and was wondering what it was and how I can get rid of it?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

It is important to understand that this type of congenital ectropion is unusual. It is generally related to the anatomic shape of the lateral orbital rim. The procedure of "canthopexy" is completely incapable of addressing this issue. You need a lateral canthal reconstruction or lateral cathoplasty. This is reconstruction of the deep attachment of these tissues in the corner. Getting an eyelid like this to properly sit against the contour of the eye will require a highly experienced aesthetically oriented, fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon. your eyes can be your best feature.

Samuel Mattine, MBChB, MRCS, FRCS · Answer

This is most likely due to increased laxity and tension in your lid resulting in lack of close contact between the globe and lower lid. Simple procedures such as canthopexy or lateral tarsal strip should be improved this and the shape of your eye.

Csaba L. Magassy, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

By the appearance of your photographs there certainly appears to be certain moderate sclera   show of the lower eyelid. The remedy is the lateral canthopexy to advance the lower eyelid and decrease or even eliminate the scleral show,

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