Possible to make eyes tilt slightly upwards at the outer corners (i.e. through lifting)? (Photo)

Question

When performing a forehead lift/hairline reduction, is it possible to also pull the skin at the temples upwards as well so as to slightly lift and elongate the corners of the eyes? (I.e. cat eyes or exotic eyes such as Adriana Lima, Megan Fox and Alena Shishkova; of course make-up enhances the effect but their eyes already are tilted at the corners, and not very round in general)

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC · Answer

Hi.  The effect you are asking about is not obtained by a forehead lift, but rather by an adjustment of the lateral canthal tendon, with either a canthopexy or canthoplasty operation. (an eye operation, rather than a forehead operation)Best to see your local plastic surgeon or oculoplastic surgeon to discuss whether this is an option for you.

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

Trying to look like some one else through plastic surgery is a very disappointing adventure.Uniqueness is an asset.

E. Anthony Musarra II, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

It is possible to tilt the outer corner of the eyes slightly upward.  The simple way is to lift the torehead andbrow, pulling the skin upward.  This is not going to last very long The best and permanent way is totake the corner of the eye loose from the bone and moving it up 2 millimeters, re-attaching it to the bone.Obviously the surgeon must know what he's/she's doing.  Be sure you really want to do this.Be sure you see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon or oculo-plastic surgeon.E. Anthony Musarra MD

Possible to make eyes tilt slightly upwards at the outer corners (i.e. through lifting)? (Photo)

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