Is there any way to improve the appearance of the right side of my face (lazy eye) that's affected by Bells Palsy? (Photo)

Thank you for your question. You have developed a condition called synkinesis. This is common after facial paralysis. The nerve fibers running to the different muscles in your face get erroneously rerouted when they regenerate during the recovery period. This results in activation of many muscles in your face when you only intended to activate a few muscles. Squinting when smiling is probably the most common complaint I hear from patients who have recovered from facial paralysis. You do not have ptosis. Ptosis only involves the upper eyelid. Your photos nicely demonstrate that your right upper eyelid is lower than the left but also show that your right lower eyelid is higher than the left. This results in a smaller appearing eye. This is spasm and synkinesis and any eyelid surgery typically makes the problem worse.The treatment is a small amount of Botox injected into the ring of muscle around your eye. This should only be performed by a physician highly trained and experienced in treating this condition.  I recommend seeing a physician with a special interest in treating facial paralysis to have this very simple, safe and effective treatment that will correct your problem. 

Thanks for the question. It would appear that you have a ptosis as a result of the Bell's palsy and this can be corrected by performing eyelid surgery.  A full examination by a skilled Plastic Surgeon is always necessary.  Perhaps limited facial fillers or surgery could also be recommended after an evaluation.Good luck to you.Frank Rieger M.D.  Tampa Board Certified Plastic Surgeon