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?
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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