One of my eyebrows is much higher than the other. It alters my smile and face and leaves me looking weird or disfigured in pictures and in person. It comes out especially when I smile, and the more facial expression I use, the worse it gets. It is noticeable when relaxed and almost feels like one side is constantly raised. I can even raise that sides eyebrow but not the other It makes me EXTREMELY sad and self conscious. Is this fixable and what exactly is the problem?
Answer: AsymmetricalN Facial Features First off, you have attractive eyes and nice skin, and should be confident in those features! Every patient has asymmetries if we look close enough, and brow asymmetry is one of the most common. I would recommend starting with Botox. A skilled injector should be able to target the specific muscles that elevate and lower the brow to create the symmetry you desire. You need to decide with your surgeon (after performing a facial analysis) to determine which brow position looks best on your face, then work with the injectible to get the other brow to match. Surgery is also an option, but I would start with Botox in this case. Hope this helps. Best of luck, DrC
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Answer: AsymmetricalN Facial Features First off, you have attractive eyes and nice skin, and should be confident in those features! Every patient has asymmetries if we look close enough, and brow asymmetry is one of the most common. I would recommend starting with Botox. A skilled injector should be able to target the specific muscles that elevate and lower the brow to create the symmetry you desire. You need to decide with your surgeon (after performing a facial analysis) to determine which brow position looks best on your face, then work with the injectible to get the other brow to match. Surgery is also an option, but I would start with Botox in this case. Hope this helps. Best of luck, DrC
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Answer: Asymmetric Brow and Eyelids Thank you for the great question and photos! While it is difficult to tell definitively from the photos it looks like you have some asymmetry of both your eyebrows and eyelids. The second photo it appears you may even have something called ptosis of the eyelid causing one side to droop slightly. It is important to note that this is different than some of the asymmetry some people can get as they age from excess skin or fat. It is equally important that this is identified and addressed because if not, any surgery could potentially make you asymmetry worse. Your best bet would be to schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon familiar with the eyes/brows and these procedures. I hope this helps and best of luck! Kyle Kimura, MD
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Answer: Asymmetric Brow and Eyelids Thank you for the great question and photos! While it is difficult to tell definitively from the photos it looks like you have some asymmetry of both your eyebrows and eyelids. The second photo it appears you may even have something called ptosis of the eyelid causing one side to droop slightly. It is important to note that this is different than some of the asymmetry some people can get as they age from excess skin or fat. It is equally important that this is identified and addressed because if not, any surgery could potentially make you asymmetry worse. Your best bet would be to schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon familiar with the eyes/brows and these procedures. I hope this helps and best of luck! Kyle Kimura, MD
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November 12, 2019
Answer: Asymmetrical features Thank you for your question and photo! Your are not alone. No one's face is perfectly symmetrical. Depending on the degree and longevity of results you are looking for from a procedure, you have both surgical and non-surgical options. I recommend a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon that is willing to discuss all your options available to reach your specific goals. Best of luck! Dhaval Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Chicago Hoffman Estates Oakbrook Orland Park
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November 12, 2019
Answer: Asymmetrical features Thank you for your question and photo! Your are not alone. No one's face is perfectly symmetrical. Depending on the degree and longevity of results you are looking for from a procedure, you have both surgical and non-surgical options. I recommend a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon that is willing to discuss all your options available to reach your specific goals. Best of luck! Dhaval Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Chicago Hoffman Estates Oakbrook Orland Park
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August 2, 2019
Answer: Brow movement differences First of all, it is important to determine whether the facial nerve that controls forehead movement is functioning normally. This is something that would need to be determined during a consultation and physical exam. If the nerve is functioning properly but not as strong on one side, Botox injections can commonly be used to correct (or at least improve) brow asymmetry. Certain brow lifting techniques can also help improve brow asymmetry, but the techniques required are generally not recommended in younger patients.See a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetics.All the best,
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August 2, 2019
Answer: Brow movement differences First of all, it is important to determine whether the facial nerve that controls forehead movement is functioning normally. This is something that would need to be determined during a consultation and physical exam. If the nerve is functioning properly but not as strong on one side, Botox injections can commonly be used to correct (or at least improve) brow asymmetry. Certain brow lifting techniques can also help improve brow asymmetry, but the techniques required are generally not recommended in younger patients.See a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetics.All the best,
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August 22, 2017
Answer: Over active brow elevation on left side Hi, From the photos you have provided, your right eyebrow appears to be in the correct anatomic position while the left brow is higher. This is likely due to over activity of the muscle that raises the eyebrow on the left. If that were the case, careful administration of botox/dysport to the left side can relax the muscle and return the brow to a more symmetric position relative to the right side. All the best, Mehdi Sina, MD
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August 22, 2017
Answer: Over active brow elevation on left side Hi, From the photos you have provided, your right eyebrow appears to be in the correct anatomic position while the left brow is higher. This is likely due to over activity of the muscle that raises the eyebrow on the left. If that were the case, careful administration of botox/dysport to the left side can relax the muscle and return the brow to a more symmetric position relative to the right side. All the best, Mehdi Sina, MD
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