Iris doesn't touch bottom eyelid, what can I do to fix this? (Photo)

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I have no clue why my iris doesn't touch my bottom eyelid, can this be corrected or is there nothing i can do to fix this?

Maryam Nazemzadeh, MD · Answer

The lower eyelids sitting in a lower position can due to a number of reasons. I recommend seeing an oculoplastic surgeon to ensure that there are no secondary causes for your lower eyelid position. In addition, an oculoplastic surgeon can recommend a possible surgical intervention to raise the position of the lower eyelids.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

Most surgeons use lower eyelid blepharoplasty, often with a canthoplasty treatment, to help patients with your condition.  Be sure to have a consultation IN PERSON with a qualified surgeon before deciding what you should have done.

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

There are several reasons why you may have more scleral show than you would like to see.  The issue can be related to the size of the eyeball relative to the size of the bony eye socket or it could simply be related to the position of the lower eyelid.  A thorough evaluation by someone experienced in eyelid surgery will help to determine which issue is causing the excess scleral show and what is the best way to correct for this finding. Good luck!

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

You have lower eyelid retraction with sclera show. It is best to obtain consultation from an oculoplastic specialist with expertise in this problem. See following link.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. Your photos show that you have ectropion of both lower eyelids. This requires surgical correction.     See an Oculoplastic Surgeon in your area for consultation. Good luck,

Iris doesn't touch bottom eyelid, what can I do to fix this? (Photo)

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Answer: Lower eyelid retraction with sclera show

Answer: Lower eyelid retraction with sclera show

Answer: Ectropion

Answer: Ectropion

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Iris doesn't touch bottom eyelid, what can I do to fix this? (Photo)

Answers (7)

Answer: Lower eyelid retraction with sclera show

Answer: Lower eyelid retraction with sclera show

Answer: Ectropion

Answer: Ectropion

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