Overview
What eye asymmetry looks like
It can mean one eye looks bigger or sits higher than the other, the outer corners tilt at different angles, or both outer corners turn down. Some people also have a rounded lower lid or show a strip of white beneath the iris, which can make the eyes look tired or sad.
What causes it
A little asymmetry is completely normal, and some is present from birth. More noticeable changes usually happen as the tendon that supports the outer corner of the eye loosens with age, after an injury, or following previous eyelid surgery. A loose lower lid can gradually pull the outer corner downward.
How Dr. Kim corrects it
Dr. Kim performs lateral canthoplasty, which reshapes and reattaches the outer corner of the eye to restore support and create a more even, almond shape. It's often combined with lower or upper blepharoplasty. If the real issue is one upper lid sitting lower than the other, ptosis correction is usually the better fix.
A careful approach
The outer corner of the eye helps protect the eye and keep it comfortable, so changes here need to be precise. Dr. Kim checks lid tone, eye position, and facial structure before recommending surgery, and he favors subtle adjustments that look natural.
Recommended Treatment
Lateral Canthoplasty
Lateral canthoplasty is a specialized eyelid surgery designed to reshape, lift, and stabilize the outer corner of the eye for a more youthful, balanced, and alert appearance. This advanced oculoplastic procedure can correct drooping outer eyelids, improve eye symmetry, and enhance eye shape while maintaining natural facial harmony. At CK Plastic Surgery, Dr. Charles Kim performs lateral canthoplasty using meticulous surgical planning, precise anatomical analysis, and advanced eyelid stabilization techniques. By combining artful precision with functional eyelid support, Dr. Kim delivers refined, long-lasting results that enhance both aesthetics and ocular health for patients seeking natural eye rejuvenation in Los Angeles.
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