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Why does my eye squint when i smile? its my left eye and when i smile it squints why?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Marcus Gunn Syndrome: This syndrome is caused by a mis-wiring of the nerves that move the jaw and eyelid. It is generally harmless.

Answered 12/10/2013

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