Why Does One Eyebrow Sit Lower Than the Other?

If you notice one eyebrow sitting lower, it usually comes down to brow position, eyelid changes, muscle activity, or a mix of these. The right fix depends on what’s actually causing the difference.

At Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, Dr. Benjamin C. Stong evaluates the brows and upper eyelids together before recommending treatment. He offers several brow lift techniques when true brow drooping is part of the concern.

Is the Brow Lower, or Is the Eyelid the Problem?

A low brow can push tissue down toward your upper eyelid, making your eye look hooded. Sometimes this looks like eyelid ptosis or extra eyelid skin, even when the brow is the main factor.

The National Library of Medicine explains that brow ptosis can create this type of “pseudoptosis.” An exam should consider brow position, eyelid position, and surrounding tissue before deciding whether a brow lift, blepharoplasty, or another approach makes sense.

Why Can One Brow Sit Lower?

Everyone has some facial asymmetry. As you age, changes in your forehead and the tissue around your eyes can make the difference more noticeable.

Possible reasons include:

• More brow descent on one side
• Previous facial injury or surgery
• Facial nerve weakness or prior facial paralysis
• Differences in forehead and eye muscle activity
• An eyelid problem that makes the opposite brow work harder to keep the eye open

If you notice a sudden change on one side, especially with new facial weakness, trouble closing an eye, or other neurological symptoms, get checked by a doctor instead of assuming it’s just aging.

When Can a Brow Lift Help?

A brow lift can help if your eyebrow has dropped and it bothers you or makes your upper eye feel heavy. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, brow lift surgery can raise sagging brows and improve hooding over the upper eyelid when brow position is the cause.

The goal isn’t to make both eyebrows identical. Every face has some asymmetry, and surgery can’t guarantee perfect symmetry.

Which Brow Lift Technique Fits?

Brow lift surgery isn’t a one-size-fits-all procedure. At Kalos, you can choose from endoscopic, temporal or lateral, direct, mid-forehead, and other techniques, depending on your brow pattern.

A direct brow lift places the incision close to the eyebrow and offers precise control of brow position, but scar location makes patient selection important. Endoscopic and temporal approaches place incisions in the hair-bearing scalp and fit different anatomy.

Dr. Stong looks at your brow height, hairline, forehead shape, eyelid position, and what’s causing the asymmetry before recommending the right approach.

FAQs About Uneven Eyebrows and Brow Lift Surgery

Will a brow lift make both eyebrows perfectly even?

No procedure can guarantee perfect symmetry. The aim is to improve the difference and keep your brows looking natural for your face.

Can a brow lift be combined with blepharoplasty?

Yes, you can combine these procedures if both brow position and extra eyelid skin are making your upper eyes feel heavy. Your exam will show whether you need one or both.

Schedule a Brow Lift Consultation in Buckhead

If you notice one eyebrow sitting lower or your upper eyes look uneven, book a consultation at Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Stong will figure out whether the difference comes from your brow, eyelid, muscle activity, or a combination, and walk you through the options that fit your anatomy and goals.

Medically reviewed by Benjamin C. Stong MD on October 5, 2026