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How Long Until Plastic Surgery Stitches Dissolve? 56 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 8 days ago, and the doctor used dissolvable stitches. How long does it normally take for stitches to dissolve? Is there...
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Eyelid Hollowness After Upper / Lower Blepharoplasty 32 answers

After having an upper and lower blephoplasty I was left with complete hollowness and new eyelids which look very aging. This was NOT what I originally...
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When Can I Use my Contacts After Eyelid Surgery? 29 answers

When can I start putting my contacts in again after upper and lower blepharoplasty eyelid surgery?
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Eyelids Won't Shut After Blepharoplasty 26 answers

I had an upper Blepharoplasty 6 weeks ago. My eyelids still do not shut all the way. I can make my eyelids shut if I "muscle" them down, but...
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Upper Eyelid Swelling After Blepharoplasty 23 answers

I had one of my upper eye lids lifted just a little, to match my other eye lid. Now after one week, I'm still noticing that the swelling comes and...
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Is 7 Days Too Early to Remove Stitches for Upper Blepharoplasty? 21 answers

I recently had upper blepharoplasty, the surgeon did a cross stitch that is to be removed in 7 days. Is 7 days too long to remove the stitches?...
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Crepey Skin and Hollow Eyes After Blepharoplasty 20 answers

I am 62, and have had lower Blepharoplasty 10 years ago. Now, my under eyes are sunken and the skin has a crepey appearance? What can be done for these?
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Remaining Eyebag and Slight Asymmetry After Lower Blepharoplasty 20 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty done 2 1/2 weeks ago where the incision was done on the outside corner of my lower lids. Before the surgery, I had a...
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Can I Take a Shower After Surgery? 20 answers

I had the heavy eyelid surgery 3 days ago. Is it safe to take a shower?
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Sutures Not Dissolving on Upper Eyelids? 19 answers

I had and eyelift and mid-face lift done 9 days ago and things seem to look good except my upper lids which still show redness and swelling where the...
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Will This Resolve in Time. Has Anyone Seen This Before 19 answers

It is now 3 weeks post upper & lower bleph and ptosis repair. I have "pinches" in the corners of my lower eyes. The right eye seems to...
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Cold vs. Warm Compresses After Blepharoplasty? 18 answers

I have been advised by my surgeon that after a blepharoplasty to apply cold compresses. I understand this purpose for the first few days but am...
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Lower Eyelid Looks Pulled Down 4 Weeks Post-op 18 answers

I had a lower eye lift almost 4 weeks ago. My eyes are very red and have a pulled down look. Will this go away? The left eye seems worse?..What can I...
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Too Much Fat Removed During Lower Bleph - What Options Do I Have Now? 18 answers

I had lower bleph and too much fat was removed, so the left lower eyelid hangs 1 mm too low with scleral show. I went through 2 failed canthopexy...
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Blurred Vision Post-op Eyelid Surgery 18 answers

Had upper/lower eyelid surgery 6 weeks ago. Issue is persistent blurred vision - dramatic change in astigmatism - blurred and double vision both far...
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3 Weeks Post Bleph Left Eye Has Mild Ptosis - Wait or Revise? 18 answers

3 Weeks Post Bleph Left Eye Has Mild Ptosis Which I Had Before Bleph. Wait or Revise? Is it too early? I noticed ptosis at 1 to 2 weeks. I have...
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Eyelid Surgery - How Long to Follow-up? 18 answers

I am almost seven weeks post op upper/lower blepharoplasty. I had a follow up appointment a couple of days ago. My ps told me that unless I have any...
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Skin Wrinkling After Lower Blepharoplasty 17 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty done 2 weeks ago. Swelling still remains, which is normal. What I noticed recently is the exessive skin wrinkling on the...
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Filler Under my Eyes After a Blepharoplasty and Laser Surgery? 17 answers

Or is there other options to help me? Im a 36 year old female who decided to get a few wrinkles out of the way...nothing to severe....
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Correcting Blepharoplasty Results 17 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty done 2 years ago, and I've been back to my doctor several times to have the left eye bag corrected, as I am not happy with...
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Why Did my Doctor Use Steri Strips on Top of my Upper Eyelid Stitches? 17 answers

The strips are now really dry and tight, is it okay to put an ointment on them/
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Can't Open Eyes 25 Days After Blepharoplasty 16 answers

My eyes are still puffy and swollen 25 days after upper Blepharoplasty procedure. I'm also having problems opening my eyes, and the scars hurt and...
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What Can I Do to Lessen Scars After Blepharoplasty? 16 answers

I had upper & lower bleph done 18 months ago. Am happy w/ lower as my bags are gone (am 49 years old & they were aging me more). I am very...
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Upper Blepharoplasty Scar Healing Problem? 16 answers

I had an upper blepharoplasty done 15 weeks ago. The scars are still bumpy, and on one lid, there's a prominent red bulge. I've been massaging and...
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Lower Eyelid Drooping and Tired Look After Blepharoplasty 16 answers

I had an upper and lower blepharoplasty almost 3 weeks ago by an eyelid specialist cosmetic surgeon. I'm 41 and always had beautiful big eyes. ...

Tightening the Outer Corners of the Eyes with Blepharoplasty? 16 answers

I am planning to have a face lift with both upper and lower blepaharoplasty.  I have dry eyes which I am concerned with that may have been a...
dry eyes

Lacrimal Gland Mistakenly Removed? 16 answers

Can a lacrimal gland be mistakenly removed thru an eyelid lift? How common is this problem? Is there any test that can be done to see if the glands...
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How Will Botox Affect Blepharoplasty Result? 16 answers

I had an upper Blepharoplasty. I would like to know how long after I can evaluate the results? My concern is that I had the surgery 4 months after...

Dog Ears a Complication of Eyelid Surgery? 16 answers

It's been 8 weeks since surgery, white bumps on lids, uneven visible stitches and worst the pockets at edge of eye. Under eye bags and still the...
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Upper Blepharoplasty Gone Wrong 16 answers

Hello, I am in distress. My eyes are severely sunken after upper blepharoplasty and brow lift, it's been almost two years now! what is the best...
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Chemosis After Blepharoplasty 15 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty, and I still have severe chemosis on one eye after 9 weeks. I am using tear drops and a lubricant, and I'm also...
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Lower Eyelid Drooping After Blepharoplasty 15 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery. My lower lid on one eye is drooping. The doctor tightened it, but it's still away from the eye and causing...

Will Bruising After Blepharoplasty Go Away? 15 answers

I still have some bruising a month after lower eyelid surgery to remove bags. Will this ever go away? I have what seems like dark circles directly...
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Extremely Red Eyes After Blepharoplasty and CO2 Laser 15 answers

I had an upper and lower Blepharoplasty on Jan 15, 2009, performed with a CO2 Laser and the area below my eyes is still extremely red. Is this normal?

Discomfort After Blepharoplasty 15 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty 6 months ago. Results are good but I have discomfort in outer corner of one eye with a small bump below incision line and...
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Will my Eyes Look Normal Again After Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty? 15 answers

I am 41 years old, and had upper and lower eyelids done 11 days ago. I have visible scars at the sides of my eyes under my eyebrow. I feel like I look...
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Scarring After Upper Eye Lid Surgery 15 answers

I had upper and lower eye lid surgery 3 weeks ago and I can see a scar forming in both upper eye lids, area close to the tear duct,and a bit along the...
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Rubbing Eyelid to Fix Botched Blepharoplasty? 15 answers

6 weeks post blepharoplasty and one upper eyelid is higher than the other. My doctor says he may have removed a "tiny bit too much skin"...
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How Long Before I Can Have Surgery Again for Droppy Eye Lids? 15 answers

Had surgery 8 years ago for droppy eyelids, notice they are starting to droop, can I have surgery again?
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What Causes Blurry Vision After Blepharoplasty? 14 answers

No complications occured during the procedure and I could see clearly for a week after the surgery. Now, three weeks after, my vision is extremely...
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One Eye Barely Changed After Blepharoplasty 14 answers

I had Blepharoplasty done 5 weeks ago, and I immediately noticed post-surgery that the incisions were not the same. However, I didn't worry. Now, one...
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Stitches Came off 2 Days After Blepharoplasty 14 answers

I had Blepharoplasty 4 days ago, and my stitches came out on the second day. Is that bad? Everything looks sealed tight, but I wanted to make sure...
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Bloodshot Eyes After Blepharoplasty Surgery 14 answers

I had upper and lower Blepharoplasty 13 days ago. I went back to work after 10 days. I work on the computer, so I took my eye drops to work. The...

Different Eye Size After Blepharoplasty 14 answers

I am 29 years old, and had upper/lower blepharoplasty 12 days ago, with outside incisions. I cannot put into words how upset I am with myself for...
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Is It Possible to Put Back Fat After Lower Blepharoplasty? 14 answers

If the doctor takes out too much fat during lower blepharoplasty, making the eyes hollow-looking, is it possible to put back fat in the area? If so,...

Can Excess Skin Between Brows After Eyelid Surgery Be Resolved? 14 answers

I had upper and lower Eyelid surgery, Facelift and Botox on my forehead 3 weeks ago. I didn't want the Eyelid surgery but my doctor insisted. The...
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Lower Bleph with Incision - Can This Cause Eyeball to Move? 14 answers

I had lower eye bleph with an incision about eight weeks ago. My PS told me me that after removing minimal fat, he cut skin and muscle than redrapped...
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How Much Physical Discomfort is Felt Immediately After Eyelid Surgery? 　 14 answers

My eyelids will be lifted out of my field of vision. Is that a pretty painful correction? Will the pain be similar to the pain of an irritated boil?
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Can Fillers Be Injected Above the Tear Trough? 14 answers

Can fillers be injected Above the tear trough? If so, which do you recommend? I had a bleph and need volume in the area close to my eyes. Thank you.
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Uneven Eyelids After Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I am three weeks today post-op from upper/lower blepharoplasty, outside incisions. There has been no change in my eye size difference, one being...
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Thick Scar and Ridge After Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I am desperate to know what to do. Seven weeks ago, I had a bilateral upper blepharoplasty. The plastic surgeon cut not only my eyelids but right...

Loose Skin Under Eyes After Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I had Blepharoplasty done over a year ago but still have loose skin under my eyes. I have had CO2 laser done to correct this, but it did nothing. A...

Options for Minimizing Remaining Eye Bags After Blepharoplasty? 13 answers

I am a young-looking 55 year old. I had lower Blepharoplasty over 3 months ago to correct what I thought were eyebags, but I'm not happy with the...
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Fluid Retention Due to Blepharoplasty? 13 answers

I recently had a lower Blepharoplasty done 8 weeks ago. Just the removal of fat tissue, nothing elese. I hardly had any bruises after the procedure...
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Droopy Eyes After Lower Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty two weeks ago, and both of my eyes look a little droopy, especially the left one, giving me a tired look. Is it possible...

Lower Eyelid Swelling / Eye Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I am 3 1/2 weeks post op upper and lower blepharoplasty. I still have swelling under eyes (looks like bags)and minor upper eyelid swelling. My left...
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Is Two Weeks After Blepharoplasty Too Soon to Travel? 13 answers

I am 39 years old and am scheduled for an upper blepharoplsaty for vision concerns on May 4th. However, I already have plans for a vacation in Hawaii,...

Loss of Eyelashes After Eyelid Surgery? 13 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery 3 wks ago and am losing my eyelashes. I am afraid I am going to lose all my lashes. I'm hoping it is most...
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Treatments for Wrinkly Skin After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty? 13 answers

I've had upper and lower blepharoplasty. I am left with loose wrinkly skin. I have had a peel, microdermabrasion, as well as Botox. What other...

For How Long Do I Have to Use a Sunscreen on my Upper Eyelid Surgery Scars? 13 answers

My plastic surgeon told me to use a sunscreen on my upper blepharoplasty surgical scars. They are visible on the outer corner of each eye. I am 7...
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Swelling After Lower Blepharoplasty 12 answers

I recently had a bilateral lower blepharoplasty done 4 1/2 weeks ago. Swelling had resolved after a week or so, but over the past few days both, lids...
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Bulge Under Left Eye After Blepharoplasty 12 answers

I had transconjunctival Blepharoplasty 14 weeks ago. Right eye has healed, but left eye heals slow. There's a slight bulge directly beneath where...

Persistent Puffy Eyes After Blepharoplasty, TCA Peel and Tightening 12 answers

I had upper and lower Blepharoplasty a year ago with a lot of complications.  I have very sensitive skin. The stitches did not dissolve and I had...
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Extra Baggy Skin After Blepharoplasty 12 answers

I'm in tears every day due to a Blepharoplasty surgery and Laser Resurfacing. I am only 36 and looking back, there was nothing wrong with my eyes. Now...
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Options for Correcting Asymmetry After Lower Blepharoplasty? 12 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty (with external incisions) 4 1/2 months ago. It appears that some skin was removed only from the left side, so now my left...

Ptosis Repair - Over Corrected? 12 answers

Hello. I am a female in early 50's and had right eye ptosis repair a week ago(no blepharoplasty). The eyelid is still swollen and reddened which...
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1 Month Post Lower Blepharoplasty: Concerns 12 answers

My husband had a secondary lower blepharoplasty to repair slight ectropian nearly 4 weeks ago and is very concerned about the outcome. He has been...
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Plastic Surgeon Removed Too Much Skin in my Upper Eyelid Surgery, What Are My Options In A Revision? 12 answers

2 yrs ago I had upper eyelid surgery. Too much skin was removed. I dont have hollow eyes, but there isnt enough skin from my eyebrow to eyelashes,...
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1 in 30,000 Become Blind After Eyelid Surgery - Fact or Fiction? 12 answers

Is it true that in 30000 eyelid surgeries 1 person becomes permanently blind ? Isn't this value too high ?
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How Long Can I Wait Between Surgerys when Not Enough Skin Was Taken Fom the Lower Lids and 12 answers

My lower lids are still baggy and puffy after 5.5 months how long do I have to wait to get this corrected...not enough skin was taken out.
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Wearing Makeup After Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery 11 answers

I had Blepharoplasty 4 days ago, and need to go back to work next week. I have read everywhere that I'm not supposed to wear any eye make up for 2 - 3...
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Problems Post-Blepharoplasty and CO2 Laser 11 answers

Two weeks ago, I had CO2 laser combined with a lower lid Blepharoplasty. Eyes are very dry, drooping, and stiff. Recovery has been much worse than I...
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Eye Bags and Swelling 8 Months Post-Blepharoplasty 11 answers

My doctor doesn't know why the swelling and eyebags 8 months post-procedure won't go down. For the last 2 months, I've been using a special cream that...
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Post Blepharoplasty Swelling? 11 answers

I am 31 days post-op from upper and lower blepharoplasty. There was no fat removed, just skin. I believe he did something with my muscle, but i'm not...
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Options for Correcting Bad Blepharoplasty Results? 11 answers

I still have scars under my eyes and corner of one eye two years after a bad Blepharoplasty. I also have circles and puffiness under my eyes, and I...
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Non Dissolving Stitch, Now a Knot on the Eyebrow, What Should I Do? 11 answers

Non dissolving stitch is sitting on brow bone, 10 weeks post surgery. (10 weeks post upper/lower bleph) It feels like a little knot directly under the...
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Has the Eyelid Surgery Worked? 11 answers

Our 17 year old daughter had Ptosis surgery on her right upper eyelid 3 months ago. We had her 12 week follow-up visit a couple of days ago. All...
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Had Lower Skin Pinch Blepharoplasty 5 Days Ago. Eyes Still Very Puffy. 11 answers

I realize it's only been 5 days and that swelling can take a long time to resolve after lower blepharoplasty. However, I was under the impression...
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Little Improvement from Lower Blepharoplasty (Photos) 11 answers

(View my previous question) I feel had little to no improvement on my lower eyes, I have been advised by my sugeon to have deep eye resurfacing ,...
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Cyst on Lower Eyelid. 11 answers

A cyst developed on lower eyelid after surgery and Dr. said it would go away but it has been a year and it is still there. Should the dr. that did the...
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What Should I Do After Having Four Unsuccessful Surgeries to Correct Ptosis? 11 answers

I aquired ptosis in my left eye at the age of 35. I have had four unsuccessful surgeries. Three by the same surgeon and the fourth by a different...
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Unsure About Lower Bleph Results - 3+ Years Since Surgery. 11 answers

I had big bags for a young guy and finally had them removed about 3.5 years ago. Although the bags are gone, there is a lumpiness and asymmetry to my...
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Suture Marks 2 Years Post-op Lower Bleph 11 answers

I had lower bleph 2 years ago. now im left with obvious suture marks underneath both eyes, which show no signs of goin away. im so humiliated. what...
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Possible to Push Eyeball Back During a Blepharoplasty? 11 answers

I had upper/lower bleph surgery done in Jan 2011. I have never had assymetry or one eye more prolific than the other. During my surgery I had some...
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Is my Incision Supposed to Look Like This? 11 answers

I had surgery 12/16/11. I am so disappointed and depressed over my results. The right eye retracted but has come back some. My left eye incision...
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Post Eyelid Surgery: No Under Eye Skin Was Removed During Surgery 11 answers

What should I ask my Dr. to do now to correct this?
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Chemosis or Ectropion After Blepharoplasty? 10 answers

I had Blepharoplasty 3 weeks ago, and I wrote here you about droopy eyes. I went to see my surgeon and he diagnosed chemosis, but an oculoplastic from...
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Tightness and Swelling Post-Blepharoplasty 10 answers

I had incisional double eyelid and lower blepharoplasty a month ago. One of my eyes isn't recovering well; the eyelid is still swollen and feels a...

Swollen Bags After Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty 10 answers

I am 39 years old. I had a lower eyelid Blepharoplasty done 2 weeks ago. My tear troughs were apparent and also the bags above. Im only two weeks...

Revisional Surgery for Brow Lift and Eyelids Worth It? 10 answers

I'd like to see pictures of "good" revisional--or corrective--surgery for a botched eyelid surgery and brow lift. It's only been about a...
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Possible Levator Muscle Injury from Eyelid Surgery? 10 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery on both eyes on June 25th of this year. My right eyelid is not opening all the way when I look up or out to the side. When...
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Under Eye Loose Skin and Wrinkles Normal After Blepharoplasty? 10 answers

I had upper and lower Blepharoplasty two weeks ago. The main reason was for bags, loose skin and wrinkles under my eyes. I was told that these could...
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Dark Circles After Lower Blepharoplasty 10 answers

I am of Afro-Carribean origin, fair to meduim complexion. I had Blepharoplasty for eye bags just over 7 weeks ago. The eye bags have completely...

How to Fix Bad Results from Blepharoplasty? 10 answers

I had my lower eye lids done. They are so bad, they hang out and too much skin was taken out. You can see the inside of my eye ball and I have to keep...

One Eye Looks Different After Upper Blepharoplasty 10 answers

I just had my upper eyelids lifted a week ago. Although still red, most of the swelling has gone down. I am noticing that one eye is smaller and...

Droopy Eye Corner Skin After Blepharoplasty 10 answers

I am 5 weeks post-op bilaterial upper Blepharoplasty. My left eye is healing fine but the inner corner of my right eye has sagging or droopy skin! I...

Are Strange Skin 'Bulges' Along Incision Line After Upper Eyelid Surgery Normal? 10 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 9 days ago. My stitches were removed on day 5 and although my right eye looks fine my left one has strange bulges around...
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Bulge Directly Under Eyelids After Lower Bleph. Residual Swelling? 10 answers

I had a lower bleph 2 1/2 weeks ago. As acute swelling died down, I noticed I now have direct bulges under my eyelid incisions. I know I am early in...
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Blepharoplasty Left Me with Hollow Eyes (Upper & Lower). L.A. Doctor Recommendations? 10 answers

I need a highly skilled doctor to fix hollowness in the Los Angeles area. I am looking into fat grafting. I have tried filers and don't find it...
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Repeated Eye Movement After Blepharoplasty 10 answers

Can moving your eyes repeatedly (looking up in the mirror to examine the incisions) on day 4 after upper eyelid surgery have a negative effect on the...

Corrective Measures for Eyelid Closure Problems After Blepharoplasty? 10 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty 2 years ago and since then, I have aching eyes and problems with closing them fully. I can get them closed maybe...
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12 Days Post Eyelid Surgery: Left Eyelid Feels Like It's Scratching Eyeball - Is This Normal? 10 answers

Post-op, my left side had more swelling and bruising than the right. The vision in my left eye is a little blurry, and it's still a little dry. My...
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It's Been Two Months and I Still Have Large Milia After Eye Lift- Normal? (photo) 10 answers

Two months after eye lift and I still have several large milia and the incision line is very red.
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Muscle Damage Due to Blepharoplasty - Can It Be Repaired? 10 answers

I have a permanent frowning after upper and lower blepharoplasty 11 months ago. I am very concerned about muscle damage. How can this be repaired? I...
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How Do I Know for Sure my Upper-eyelid Surgery Was Done Correctly? 10 answers

Hi- I had surgery 4 weeks ago,and my scars are still red,and I have milia( my surgeon said to just wait and it will go away). He told me that we could...
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How Will My Upper Eyelid Scar Heal After Surgery? (photo) 10 answers

I've had an upper eyelid surgery done 6 weeks ago. My scar is healing great however there is one question that I have. When the scar flattens will...
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What Surgical Options Are Available for Restoration of Droopy Eyelids? 10 answers

Which procedures are the least invasive and require the shortest amount of recovery time?
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I Have Undergone a Lower Blepharoplasty with Little Effect, What Now? 10 answers

My surgeon says I now need laser resurfacing I will have go to his clinic. Iwill need to fly to his clinic ,is all the upheavel worth it,am I going to...
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Red, Dry Eyes After Blepharoplasty and CO2 Laser 9 answers

I had a transconjunctival Blepharoplasty on lower lids combined with CO2 laser 15 days ago. Both lower eyelids appear to be standing away and downward...
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Swelling Under Eyes After Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty 9 answers

I don't understand why my lower eye area would be swollen after an upper bleph. It looks like pockets of fluid after an upper eye bleph. How long...
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Post-blepharoplasty Skin Tightening? 9 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty done to my bottom eyes. I had orbital fat grafting with Pearls add in lower eyes as well. The outside skin could be a...
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Severe Under Eye Wrinkles After Blepharoplasty 9 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty about 4 weeks ago. I am looking for the best possible follow-up treatment to remove or greatly diminish the under...
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Which Between Fillers and Blepharoplasty Should I Have First? 9 answers

About 8 months ago, I had lower blepharoplasty and CO2 laser. My eyes are hollowed out more so than ever, and extra skin is evident to the point that...
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Revisional Surgey for Lower Eyelid Retraction? 9 answers

Both of my lower lids have retracted after cheek lift and lower lid surgery. I have been told I have to wait another 3 months before anything can be...
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How Long Will Blepharoplasty Scars and Area Be Numb? 9 answers

About 25 days post upper and lower surgery, continue to have issue with dry eyes and eyes/skin feeling tight but also numb. Probably normal but when...
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Ptosis Surgery Strange Outcome 9 answers

Hello All Respected Doctors I had ptosis by birth(left eye~2-2.5mm). After 4 months from ptosis surgery of left eye still the height of the eyelid is...
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Red/Purple Under Eyes - Normal After Upper Bleph? 9 answers

I had an upper bleph two days ago. I froze my eyes into a popsicle and havent bent over once but my under eyes are very red/purple. the top isnt bad...
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February Eyelid Surgery Ruined my Eyes: How Long Before I Can Have a Revision? 9 answers

One lid had too much skin taken causing hematoma and now hangs low.also have a twisted tear duct causing liquid to pool in eye,with unnecessary 1/4...
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Will Eyelid Retraction Relax Post Surgery? 9 answers

I had a levator recession done on upper eyelid. It was 4mm asymmetry from other eye with about 1-2 mm scleral show. It was my second surgery, after a...
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Eyelid Surgery Revision Needed: Ended Up With Down Syndrome Eyes 9 answers

I had a brow lift and upper blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago. I am 41 years old. I wanted a refreshed look not a total change of my eyes. I am desperate....
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Possible Ptosis After Upper/Lower Blepharoplasty? 9 answers

I had upper/lower blepharoplasty 12 days ago. I’m concerned that my R & L eye do not look the same, as the R eye looks like it developed...
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Will the Changed Weight of Eyelids After Blepharoplasty Affect Vision? 9 answers

I had blepharoplasty in September and they "touched it up" again in December. My vision has changed considerably so that I now need to wear...
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Crease Too High Following Eyelid Surgery- WIll It FIx Itself In Time? 9 answers

My surgery was three weeks ago and my crease was made too high. It feels like there is very little space between my upper eyelid and brow bone....
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Sudden Eyebrow Paralysis After Face Lift and an Upper Blepharoplasty - 1 Month Post-op. 9 answers

I had a face lift and upper blepharoplasty at the same time and everything went very well - no bruising, I am healing well and very happy with the...
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is a secondary procedure reasonable for upper bleph eyelid surgery scars? 9 answers

I am 1 year post op from upper bleph surgery. My surgeon used laser with undisolvable sutures. I have devekoped wide white scars within the eyelid...
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Deep Lines and Hollow Circles After Blepharoplasty, What Can Be Done? (photo) 9 answers

I had lower blepharoplasty because I had a little extra skin under my eyes. I chose an experienced plastic surgeon.He told me that he would pull the...
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Swelling - Ice or Heat for Fat Transfer/Bleph? 9 answers

I am 5 days out of an upper/lower blepharoplasty and full face fat transfer. I am very swollen in my cheeks and my eyes are black/blue and yellow. I...
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Ice Vs Heat Post-blepharoplasty or Fat Transfer? 9 answers

What is the evidence, if any, on when and how to use ice or heat after a blepharoplasty and fat tranfer?
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Sinus Discomfort Post-blephroplasty - Will It Go Away? 9 answers

I'm 3 weeks post upper/lower blephroplasty and have recently developed constant discomfort in the sinus below one of my eyes. Is this a typical...
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Can I Have a Second Blephroplasty ? 9 answers

Hello! I'm 16 years old and I had blepharoplasty about 3 months that costed me around $700 , the results I have is that both eyes do not match and...
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I Got a Blepharoplasty Three Weeks Ago and One of my Lower Eyelids is Drooping, How Long Do I have to Wait for Revision? (photo) 9 answers

I got a blepharoplasty three weeks ago and one of my lower eyelids is drooping. I am 58 yrs old and in good health. I am putting ointment in my eye...
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What Are the Benefits to Simultaneous Surgery for Lower Eyelid and Brows? 9 answers

How do I go about finding a doctor that will perform these two procedures together?
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What is the Best Eyelid Surgery Technique to Avoid Occurrence of Dry Eyes? 9 answers

Does the dryness only occur after eyelid surgery because of eye shape changes? Is it possible to manage this side effect using special eye drops?
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Should Blepharoplasty Scars Be Less Evident by Now? 8 answers

I had eyelid surgery 5 weeks ago and my scars are still prominent even with makeup. I have followed recovery instructions and use an oitment my doctor...
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Can Swelling After Blepharoplasty Be Permanent? 8 answers

I had lower blepharophasty Nov 10, but since the one eye stayed swollen the doctor opened it up again to see if any was wrong on Dec 23. He claimed...
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Problems with Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty 8 answers

I had Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty done about 4 weeks ago. There was some healing, but it seems to have slowed. The scars above my eyes still hurt...
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Wearing Contact Lenses After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

How long does it usually take for a patient to be able to wear contact lenses after upper and lower Blepharoplasty?
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How to Treat Wrinkles Under the Eyes After a Lower Bleph? Will Evolence Work? 8 answers

How do you get rid of wrinkles that occured after having a lower bleph done 1 yr ago? Do you have fat redeposited? I think the wrinkles look worse...
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Too Much Skin Removed After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

Too much skin was removed from my upper lid. I have white dots, a visible line, an extra skin fold. It looks like a web Is there a solution to my...
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Heavy Eyelids After Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift? 8 answers

I am one week post op upper blepharoplasty plus open brow lift. I am extremely depressed that my eyes look so different than before. My lid is now...
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Pimple Like Bump on Outside Corner of Eye Following a Lower Bleph 8 answers

I had a lower Bleph 4 weeks ago. Immediatly after the sutures were removed I noticed a little pimple like bump on the outside corner of my eye, near...
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What Can I Do to Keep my Eyes Moist After Blepharoplasty Surgery? 8 answers

It has been 1 week after my blepharoplasty surgery upper/lower. I find my eyes very dry and tight.
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Under Eye Ags Still Prominent After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

Dear Dr, It's already 3 months since I had transconjunctival lower blepharoplasty done however the problems I encountered since 1 month after surgery...

Tight Eyes After Canthopexy 8 answers

I had dissolvable stiches next to eyes to get an upward shape. Day 16, and they are still there, and my eyes are very tight. Is this normal? I am...

Extra Baggy Skin After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

 I'm in tears every day due to a Blepharoplasty surgery and Laser Resurfacing. I am only 36 and looking back, there was nothing wrong with my...

Pulling or Stretching Eyelid After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

Can pulling or stretching the upper eyelid, 2 months post upper Blepharoplasty be damaging in any way?

Itchy, Burning Eyes 2 Months After Blepharoplasty 8 answers

I had upper/lower bleph done 10 weeks ago today. I had some dry eye issues in the beginning which got better for awhile. I went to an opthamologist...
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3 Months Post Eyelid Surgery: Left with Bad Vision and Discoloration 8 answers

I had a smas facelift,neck lift and lower lids done, middle of feb 2011.my one lid is and lopsided hanging and the other one is rolled out and hanging...
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Will I Need Additional Surgeries to Correct my Bad Surgery in Thailand? 8 answers

On August 27, 2010, I had my upper and lower eyelids operated on while I was on vacation in Thailand. The pictures were taken today, day 47. I am...
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Eyes Are Smaller After Lower Eyelid Lift 8 answers

I had the surgery in Jan of this year...I voiced my concerns to my doctor last week...he said my eyes still need to "settle"?.Its been 3...
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Lower Eyelid Still Drooping 6 Months Post-Op, Are These Most Likely the Final Results? (photo) 8 answers

I am 6 months post op from lower bleph/subperiosteal mid face lift. both eyes had a stitch put in the medial corner and are healing with a rounded...
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Crepey Skin After Upper Blepharoplasty 8 answers

The swelling from my upper bleph is finally beginning to subside (after 4 and a half weeks) however now I am noticing crepey skin on the outer side of...
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What Do I Do About Bumps Along Suture Line (Stitches Out) Post-lower Bleph? 8 answers

I had lower blepharoplasty two weeks ago, and the dr. removed the stitches 5 days later. I have a line of bumps along the suture line of both eyes....
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Three Months Post Upper Blepharoplasty I Still Experience Numbness. Will This Improve? 8 answers

My upper eyelid surgery turned out visually great! I have concern with numbness of the actual eyelid itself. It is mostly evident when applying...
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Conjuctival Mullerectomy: When Should I Start Noticing Results? 8 answers

I had a Mullerectomy and my left upper lid yesterday morning and they used the posterior conjunctival approach. So far, it doesn't really look...
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Should a Patient with Botched Surgical Results, Be Required to Pay for a Revision Surgeon? 8 answers

Should a patient with botched plastic eye and brow lift be required to repay the surgeon for a revision?
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Crease Too High 2 Years After Blepharoplasty. What Can I Do? 8 answers

Hi, I have had a blepharoplasty for lash ptosis 2 years ago. The crease or incision on my right eye was made 3 mm higher than the left. Now the bridge...
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Lateral Lower Eye Hollowness After Lower Eyelid Surgery. Next Option? 8 answers

4 months ago I had lower eye surgery to correct a tear trough deformity (arcus margillis release fat repositioning). Although this surgery helped with...
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Is Jowl Swelling After Blepharoplasty Normal? (Photos) 8 answers

I had a lower transconjuctival blepharoplasty with fat repositioning along with a primary rhinoplasty three days ago. I expected the swelling that has...
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Getting Worse 14 Months After Blepharoplasty, Is Revision an Option? (photo) 8 answers

Went to an occuoplastic surgeon after 14 months of misery - he told me that my lower lids were loose and though my tear ducts were producing tears,...
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Not Able to Ice Lower Eyelids Sufficiently After Surgery and Now Seem to Have Festoons 8 answers

Seem to have developed fesoons. Can this be a result of not icing sufficiently post op?
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I Had Eyelid Surgery Will They Continue to Grow as I Age? 8 answers

Is it true your eyelids continue to grow as you age
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Is The REd Line Showing 6 Days Post Surgery Normal? (photo) 8 answers

Is The REd Line Showing 6 Days Post Surgery Normal? 
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How Will Eyelid Surgery Affect Eyelash Regrowth? 8 answers

How long does it take eyelashes to grow back after eyelid surgery? Will they grow back in the natural direction?
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Uneveness and Thin Tear Trough Area Skin 10 Months After Blepharoplasty with Fat Grafting, What Should I do Now? (photo) 8 answers

After a Blephoplasty and fat grafting 10 months ago, i have been left with uneveness on the lower lid/cheek junction on the RHS. I also have thin skin...
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Removing Scar from Eyelid Surgery? 7 answers

The scars from the incisions on the lower eyelids are still quite prominent after almost 6 months now. Is there a product or treatment I can apply to...
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Lower Blepharoplasty Revision 7 answers

A month after Blepharoplasty, my left lower lid looks worse compared to how it looked like before surgery. Now only is it puffy, it now seems to also...
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Brusing and Swelling After Blepharoplasty and Mid-Face Lift 7 answers

Three and 1/2 weeks ago, I had a lower Blepharoplasty and a mid-face lift. I am still swollen and bruised under my eyes. Why is it taking so long to...

Swelling and Indentation on Face Due to Blepharoplasty 7 answers

I had eyelid surgery to remove fat under my eyes. I still had swelling under my right eye at six months so my doctor injected the site with steroids....
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When Will the Stitches Come out After Blepharoplasty? 7 answers

I had canaloplasty and blepharoplasty on March 13th. This is the following Thursday after surgery. When will stitches come out? This was only on my...
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Eyelid Bump from Broken Blepharoplasty Stitches? 7 answers

I found a small, round, protruding bump on my upper eyelid medial to the nose. Is it because I rubbed my eyes too vigorously (due to allergies) that...
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Small Lump on Blepharoplasty Incision 7 answers

I had lower blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago to remove fat pads under my eyes. I am thrilled with the result, but I can see and feel a lump on my right...
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Any Creams for Raised Blepharoplasty Scars? 7 answers

Is there a cream for raised scar from blepharoplasty over 2 years ago? I didn't think Mederma could be used around eyes. My eyelids are also still...
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Hollowing After Blepharoplasty 7 answers

It will be 3 weeks this Friday since I had lower Blepharoplasty. I'm getting really nervous. As the swelling goes down it looks as though there may...
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Canthopexy After Blepharoplasty? 7 answers

Can a canthopexy be performed after a few weeks of Blepharoplasty to correct mild lower eyelid ectropion?
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Why Did Eyebags Remain After Blepharoplasty? 7 answers

Should I still have bruising after 3 months, and why do I still have bags under my eyes, just lower than the original ones?I had Blepharoplasty to get...
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Fillers for Blepharoplasty Scars? 7 answers

After a lower Blepharoplasty, I have wide and deep scars at the outer corners of my eyes. The plastic surgeon said that any scars would blend in with...
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Extended Cuts Normal After Eyelid Surgery? 7 answers

I have upper and lower Eyelid surgery 6 weeks ago. I still have swelling and a lot of redness. The thing I am most concerned about is that I have 2...
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Upper Eyelid Scarring - Possible Revision / Treatment? 7 answers

Hello, I have a few recent scars of about three weeks now. I know that I must give it a lot more time, but I am concerned more about the scar tissue...
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Eyelid Surgery Revision Due to Ectropion? 7 answers

Six weeks ago, I had a double eyelift, and no ectropion. I have Ectropion in both eyes. It has been six weeks after my surgery. My doctor has...
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Ptosis in Left Eye After Canthopexy 7 answers

I had a left eye orbital fracture 5 years ago. I had that repaired and then about 5 months ago I had a scar revision, fat graft for upper cheek...
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Non-existent Crease Years After Blepharoplasty 7 answers

I had a blepharoplasty performed on my right eye about four years ago. I noticed after the swelling had gone down, the lid seemed to double crease...

Using Contacts and Latisse After Blepharoplasty? 7 answers

I am 50 years old and having Blepharoplasty done under local anesthesia (upper lids only - fat and skin removal). I am using Latisse and wear contacts...
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Lower Transjunctival Blepharoplasty and Fat Transfer - How Long Will my Cheeks Be Hard and Swollen? 7 answers

Each day i am liking the results more and more except when i see my side profile and look like a chipmunk. I know i'm only 7 days out and i...
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How Long Until I See Blepharoplasty Results? 7 answers

I am 5 1/2 weeks post op upper and lower blepharoplasty (outer incision). I still have considerable swelling below my eyes, with some darkness that...
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Blood Pooling Under Eye 2 Weeks Post-Blepharoplasty 7 answers

I Just Had Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery 2 Wks Ago Today, I had the stitches removed yesterday,and i have a pooling of blood under my left eye,...
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Blepharoplasty Scars? 7 answers

Are eye lid incisions alwasys made in the crease of the eyelid? Mine are in the shape of a curve that goes up to my brow area. I had a blepharoplasty...
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Post-op Upper Blepharoplasty - Will I Ever Be Able to Look Up Normally Again? 7 answers

I am 40 yo. I had upper and lower blepharoplasty surgery 2 weeks ago and my eyelids don't quite follow my eyes when I look all the way up. As a...
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Minor Corrections Following Blepharoplasty 7 answers

What are surgeons’ policies or attitude towards minor revisions following Blepharoplasty? Does the opinion or preference of the patient matter,...

Undissolved Stitches Post-Blephoplasty? 7 answers

I am 9 weeks post upper bleph. Although difficult to capture with the camera on the right eye, there are two lines of raised bumps. They are not milia...
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What Are the Chances of Webbing Being Corrected with Scar Massage? 7 answers

My PS is having me do scar massage with Flucinonide cream. Is there a time limit on having lumpy scars injected?
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Blepharoplasty Revisions for Hollow Upper Eyelids 7 answers

After Blepharoplasty surgery creating hollow upper eyeslids. What is the best repair option for hollow eyelids. Pearl fat grafting or fat transfer?...
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Lacrimal Gland Injury? 7 answers

If, say, lacrimal gland/ductules are injured during ptosis surgery/upper eyelid bleph, does it end up healing on its own? I am nervous because my dry...
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After Ptosis Surgery Consultation 7 answers

I'm 26 and since I was 10 years old I had a mild right eyelid ptosis.One week ago I went through surgery to correct it.Right now my concern is...
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Concerned About Drooping Brow and Inability to Make Eyes Look Up After Eyelid Surgery. 7 answers

It has been 2 weeks and I am still unable to look up after upper eyelid surgery(cannot pull eyeball to look upward with muscles no matter how hard I...
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Why Is There A Lump 2 Weeks Post-Op Lower Blepharoplasty? Should I Massage It? (Photos) 7 answers

It has been 12 days since my lower blepharoplasty. I'm 33 years old. After my stitches were removed we (PS and I) noticed a lump (ball) under my...
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Lower Lid Retraction Surgery Correction 7 answers

I am a male in my mid 40's Over a year ago I had spacer grafts, canthoplasty,and cheek lift to fix my lower lid retraction from prior eyelid...
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8 Weeks Post Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty: Dark Circles Below Eyes 7 answers

Is this a normal post-op problem and will it improve with time? In person, my eyes look fine (with the exception of upper lid post-inflammatory...
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5 Weeks Post Eyelid Surgery: Pocket of Fluid Under Eyebrow 7 answers

This "golf ball" appeared about 3 days post-op, and has been there now almost 5 weeks. It just appeared out of nowhere, and has been sitting...
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Tear Production After Lower Blepharoplasty 7 answers

Does tear production levels usually go back to normal after any type of eyelid surgery, such as upper bleph, levator resection, or a combination of...
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Bumps Under Eye After Laser Blepharoplasty 7 answers

I had laser blepharoplasty under my eyes five days agao. The bruising has gone but under one of my eyes I have bumps underneath the skin. The...
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What Procedure Will Best Fix Lower Lid Retraction from Skin Pinch Incision? 7 answers

I am now 4 months post op from lower blepharoplasty with a skin pinch incision that left me with ectropion / retracted lower lids. What procedure best...
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5 wks Post Lower Bleph the Lids are Asymmetrical. Will This Change? (photo) 7 answers

My right eye was always a little worse than the left. he told me he put some fat into the left eye because the wall was so thin.not sure he did it to...
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What Can Be Done to Improve Suture Scars on Eyelids? 7 answers

What can be done to improve suture scars on eyelids as well as pixied look at the corners of the eyes? I had an upper bleph done 6 months ago and...
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Will These Bags or Festoons Finally Leave or Will This Be the Results, 1 Week Post-Op Lower Eyelid Surgery? 7 answers

I had lower lid bleoplasty a week ago for festoons on the lower orbital or malar cheek area. I am healing fine with some minor eye redness and brusing...
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I Am Very Worried About a Deep Incision Line Following a Lower Blepharoplasty Procedure, Options? (photo) 7 answers

Lower bleph procedure was five days ago. I do realize that results cannot be determined for quite some time to come. However, I am very worried about...
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My Eye Does Not Completely Close and I Now Have Cornea Damage 7 answers

Two years ago I had upper blepharoplasty & a browlift on the left brow and a week after surgery I knew something was wrong as my left eye was...
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After Eye Lift and Brow Lift Eyes Do Not Close All the Way, Is This Permanent? 7 answers

I had an eye lift on my upper and lower eyelids and a brow lift four weeks ago. I still have some sensitivity to bright lights but my main concern is...
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I Had Lower Eyelid Skin Removed and a Face Lift. My Lower Lid is Drooping, What Can I Do? Is It Permanent? (photo) 7 answers

On 11-29-11 I had lower bleph with skin removed and fat pockets removed. I also had a face lift. My right lower eyelid is now drooping and has a...
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Eyelid Surgery Gone Bad, How Do I Get It Fixed....What Are my Options? 7 answers

I had lower and upper eyelid surgery on 15th of November..... My surgeons incision lines are too high and too low so my scaring is greatly visible.......
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Bumps After Lower Eyelid Laser Blepharoplasty 7 answers

I am in the unfortunate position of being from the UK and due to return next week, therefore unable to have a follow up. I am after a second opinion...
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What Can Be Done for Lower Blepharoplasty Incisions that Extend Beyond Outer Corner of the Eye? 7 answers

After lower transcutanues bleph-the inscisions extend apprx 1inch beyond the outer corner of the eyes-scar is depressed on the right side and looks...
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Flying a Month After Blepharoplasty? 7 answers

I have a second upper eyelid surgery for levator recession. My eyelid still retract after first surgery, in fact it is worse, I now can't...
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Is It Possible to Have Revision Eyelid Surgery if too Much was Removed During First Surgery? 7 answers

Can I have a second Bleph. even thought the first surgery the Doctor made a mistake by cutting too much from the right eye upper eyelid and leaving...
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What's the average eyelid surgery time for correcting ptosis? 7 answers

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Crease Under Eye After Blepharoplasty 7 answers

Hi, 5 weeks ago I had upper eyelid surgery to fix heavy eyelids and lower eyelid surgery to remove bags. Over the past week, I have noticed a crease...
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What Are the Common Problems with Surgery on the Lower Eyelids? 7 answers

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I Need Suggestions on How to Communicate a Major Concern with my Doctor. 7 answers

I have had two blephopasty surgeries - original operation then a redo 6 months later. After the first surgery and before, during and after the 2nd...
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How Long Should a Blepharoplasty Last Before Undergoing Another Eyelift? 7 answers

How Long Should a Blepharoplasty Last Before Undergoing Another Eyelift
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Is it Possible to Revise Lower Lid Retraction Due to Previous Blepharoplasty Operation? 7 answers

I suffer from lower lid retraction due to a blepharoplasty; and most problematic is my painful and severe dry eye due to MGD. Are the muscles that are...
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I Had Upper Eyelid Surgery 4 Days Ago and There Has Been Swelling by my Cheekbones...is This Normal? 7 answers

How long will it take to go away? It's making my face look like my cheekbones are sunken in.
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Hiding Eyelid Surgery Scar on the Crease? 6 answers

Can my eyelid scar be lowered so it will be in the crease? I had an Eyelid lift and the incision was not placed in the crease. You can see my scar...
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Bumps and Tightness After Canthopexy 6 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty 10 days ago with transcutaneous and canthopexy with lowers, no fat removal some skin removed. I have tight skin...

Fat Vs Skin Grafting for Hollow Eyes After Blepharoplasty? 6 answers

Hello, I have upper eyelid hollowness from an upper blepharoplasty in 2006. I also have scarring in the left upper inner corner and some shortage of...
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Lumps and Swelling After Blepharoplasty 6 answers

I am a young woman who had upper and lower eyelid surgery almost 1 month ago. After 10 days, a lump formed in the bottom right corner of my right eye....

Upper Eyelids Too Hollow After Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift 6 answers

Here is a picture of my upper eyelid job 1 week post op. I had a Brow lift too. My eye shape  has changed and I now have a thick lid without...
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Stretch Eyelid Skin Possible After an Aggressive Surgery? 6 answers

Is it possible to stretch upper eyelid skin or have a skin graft done to eyes that have been operated on aggressively? There was too much skin and fat...
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Office-based Blepharoplasty Revision? 6 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty about 4 months ago. Surgeon says this bulge is not swelling, and it can be rectified in his office by making external...
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Normal for Eyelids to Be Still Droopy 3 Weeks After Blepharoplasty? 6 answers

I had my bleph 3 weeks ago. my doctor said he lifted both brows slightly as well. I still have significant eyelid droop even after surgery. Is this...
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Should my Scars from an Upper Eyelift Look Like Stretch Marks? Is This Permanent? 6 answers

Six months ago I had upper eyelift. It looks as if I am going to have permenant scarring on the outter corners of both eyes, the marks look like large...
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Leftover Stitch 6 Weeks Post-op 6 answers

I had upper/lower bleph 6 weeks ago. There is a spot under left eye about 1/4 inch that itches and is slightly swollen (making eye look smaller).I...
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How Long Does Dry Eye Last After Eyelid Revision? 6 answers

About 7 months ago I had double eyelid surgery.4 months later I went with the same surgeon for a revision for some eyelid ptosis (levator resection)....
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Post Eyelid Surgery: Had Stitches Removed Twice and Some Still Remain 6 answers

Should I go back again if I still see some stitches. I'm concerned that I'll have permanent scaring if the stitches are not removed properly....
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After Lower Blepharoplasty a Year Ago, Have Tightness, Dry Eyes, Untidy Stitches - Options? 6 answers

I wanted to try and improve the cosmetic appearance and the scars from the stiches. However, my surgeon has advised that it is too risky for laser or...
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Lower Lid Drooping After Lower Lid Blepharoplasty, If This Doesn't Resolve Itself, What Are My Options? 6 answers

I am 40-years-old and 10 days post op from a lower lid bleph that included a transjunctive approach and skin pinch incision below the lid.The lower...
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Two Weeks Post Blepharoplasty: Left Eye is Hollow and Right Eye is Baggy 6 answers

I am 24 years old. I had a lower eyelid Blepharoplasty done 2 weeks ago. My right eye is baggy and my left eye very hollow. Im only two weeks into...
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Problem with Upper and Lower Blep After 15 Years 6 answers

I had upper and lower blep 15 years ago. Everything was fine until approximately 6 months ago when people started to look at me very strangely. Well,...
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Can You Evaluate my Uppper Lid Ptosis Surgery? (photo) 6 answers

These photos are 18 months after my uppper lid ptosis surgery to correct my blepharoptosis. Prior to my surgery my eyes were symmetrical. What can I...
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Surgeon Accidentally Cut Levator Muscle During Bleph Revision 6 answers

Three weeks ago during bletharoplasty revision my plastic surgeon accidently cut my levator muscle. When my eyelid would not open the next day he...
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Can Anything Be Done to Reduce Tightness After Lower Blepharoplasty Nearly 2 Years Ago? 6 answers

My skin below and around the eyes constantly feels tight with the movement restricted. Is there any surgical procedures, lasers, treatments or...
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What Can I Do For Scar Tissue Bumps on the Outer Corners of Both Eyes? Cortisone Shots Not Working. 6 answers

Upper and lower eyelid surgery 4 months ago. My eyes are doing good but I have scar tissue bumps on the outer corners of both eyes. My lower surgery...
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Internal Stitches Showing Outside of Skin Of Eyelids 6 answers

I am post bilateral blepharoplasty by 12 days. DR removed external stitches at 8 days. Now I notice on both eyelids stitches that are on the outside...
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How do I find the specialized doctor I need for eyelid ptosis? 6 answers

I posted a question about eyelid ptosis correction and got a really great and detailed answer from Dr. Steinsapir. The thing that is disheartening is...
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Why Do I See Clear Sutures at Edges of Both Eyes After Sutures Removed? 6 answers

Had bilateral blepharplasty. I have a clear suture at the edge of both eyes that I noted on the day after my sutures were removed. Are both types of...
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Ectropian Surgery With Tarsal Strip Procedure Not Working 3 Weeks Post-Op 6 answers

I had lower eyelid surgery for an ectropian left eye with a tarsal strip procedure three weeks ago. My lower lid is not working. The surgeon says it...
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Lower Blepharoplasty: Tightening and Hardening of the Muscles - is This Normal? 6 answers

I had Lower Blepharoplasty done 2 weeks ago. My lower lid swelled after the surgery, but it looked perfect the next day until Sunday last week, where...
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I Have Bumps and Thick Scar Lines from Stitches Removed from Upperlid Surgery 2 Weeks Ago. Will These Go Away? 6 answers

I Have Bumps and Thick Scar Lines from Stitches Removed from  Upperlid Surgery 2 Weeks Ago. Will These Go Away?
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If an Eyelid Has Been Cut Too High with Residual Ptosis, Can It Be Repaired? 6 answers

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Protuding Lump on Upper Eyelid After Blepharoplasty, How Long for These Sutures to Dissolve? 6 answers

I had an upper and lower blepharoplasty done 4 weeks ago and I have a protruding lump on my upper eyelid. My surgeon thinks its the internal sutures....
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No Dramatic Vision Changes After Upper Eyelid Surgery 6 answers

I am 6 months post op and my prescription will not stabilize and my corrected vision is worse than my uncorrected vision pre op. I have worn gas perm...
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3 1/2 Months Post Upper Blepharoplasty, and my Eyes Are Very Sensitive to Light. What's Causing This? 6 answers

My eyes have always been a little sensitive to sunlight, but since the surgery, it's almost to the point of being a problem; sometime it feels...
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Is It Possible To Have Revision Blepharoplasty to Fix Asymmetry? 6 answers

I had a lower blepharoplasty done by and ENT doctor I was working for while serving in the Air Force.He did the incision on the skin right above my...
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I Had a Skin Pinch Bleph in March 2010. I Have Had 3 Revisional Attempts That Have Left Me with Pain, Asymmetry and Retraction. 6 answers

I need help. I am not litigational. I just want pain relief and cosmetic improvement. Is there help out there? I've already spent over $30,000...
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I Had Lower Blepharoplasty 3 Weeks Ago. Can I Fix the Crater on Outer Right Eye Corner? (photo) 6 answers

I had lower transconjunctival blepharoplasty three weeks ago. The results between my two eyes are really uneven. There is a big crater in the outer...
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When Should I Be Able to Close my Eyes Properly Following Eyelid Surgery? 6 answers

Its been two weeks since I had upper and lower eyelid surgery and am still unable to close my eyes properly especially on my right side. My husband...
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Doctors Disagree on Results, Who Dropped the Ball? 6 answers

I had transconjunctival lower blepharoplasty done by an Opthalmic PS and fat transfer by my PS in same office. My PS insists I should have had skin...
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What Should I Use when I Massage Upper Eyelid Scars Scars? 6 answers

Hi, I had upper eyelid surgery 3 weeks ago. My doctor told me to massage the scars twice a day with Tobradex ointment or vitamin E as he said that I...
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4 Months Post-Op Eyelid Surgery the Scars are Visible and Eyelids Tight, What Can I Do? 6 answers

I had eyelid surgery but after 4 months the scars are still visible and my eyelids are tight. My eyes feel sore and are often red. What can I do..
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I Had a Bleph 3 Weeks Ago and Things Were Fine- Now One Eye Is Swelling. Should I Worry? 6 answers

But today my one eye lid started to swell and went black and blue. I didn't hit it . It seems like it started off small and it appears to be...
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After Upper Eyelid Surgery, How Long Before I Can Get Back in a Public Swimming Pool? 6 answers

I do water Aerobics regularly and will have my surgery in a few days.
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Still Swollen 1 Month After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty, Is This Normal? 6 answers

I Had Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty. its Been a Month Now but my Upper Lid Still Swelling
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Ptosis Correction on Both Eyes Made my Right Eye Look Really Strange and Overcorrected, Options? (photo) 6 answers

Hello, Im a 20 year old man.I used too have difficultie with keeping my eyes properly wide open. so i got at age 17 ptosis correction. After the...
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Eyes are Very Different 1 Week After Double Eyelid Surgery, Should I be Worried? 6 answers

I am 9 days post op double eye surgery. One eye is more swollen and much more small. Surgeon says it's all fine and not to worry. She said I...
double eyelid uneven

I Had Upper Eyelid Surgery Just Under 4 Weeks Ago. Both Scars Are Visibly Lump, Normal? 6 answers

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Gel Pads to Speed Up Blepharoplasty Healing? 5 answers

I had Blepharoplasty 4 days ago, and need to go back to work next week. Will "second skin" type compression/adhesive gel pads speed up the...
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Canthopexy Vs Canthoplasty to Correct Blepharoplasty Result? 5 answers

Can a canthoplasty be better than a canthopexy to correct a lower eyelid mild ectropion after a few weeks of a Blepharoplasty? And what other support...
lower eyelids

Lumpy and Thick Scars After Blepharoplasty and Mid Facelift 5 answers

I had a Blepharoplasty and a Mid Face Lift 9 days ago. The upper lids have the dissolving stitches but they are still very lumpy and do not seem to be...
face surgery scar

Puffiness 3 Weeks After Blepharoplasty 5 answers

Three weeks after my lower blepharoplasty, my right eye became puffy and "bubbled". Last week, they were still looking great; smooth, tight,...
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Another Surgery to Correct Small Eyes? 5 answers

I had lower Blepharoplasty about 5 years ago and ended up with much smaller eyes that look rounder, as opposed to the elongated almond shape they used...
eyes

Upper Eye Lids - Will Bumps Go Away or is Scar Tissue Forming? 5 answers

I had a poorly done upper eyelid surgery done 15 days ago. I notice hard bumbs and cysts forming, which I initially thought would subsde. They seem to...
bumps scar tissue upper eyelids

Can a Canthoplasty Be Reversed? 5 answers

I had canthoplasty to correct one round eye (lower lid sclerosis) and one elongated eye (droopy lower lid). While eye symmetry is improved, both eyes...
eyelids

Will Bloodshot Eyes After Eyelid Surgery Fade? 5 answers

Even though it's small, I have a red blood shot in my right eye following upper and lower Blepharoplasty.I am on day 8 after surgery. Eye sight was...
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Under Eye Bag Returned Months After Blepharoplasty 5 answers

I had blepharoplasty in Nov and now the under eye bag is back under one eye? My doc said he has to wait to touch me up until Aug?? I have one bag!!!...
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Hematoma After Lower Eyelid Surgery? 5 answers

I had lower lid Blepharoplasty 10 days ago. The left eye is healing fine. The right eye has a bulge running right below the incision line.The bulge...
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How Well Does Scar Tissue on Upper Eyelid Heal? 5 answers

How well do scars on upper eyelids heal. I also dislike the idea that scar tissue grows inside (fibrosis) so how well does the scar inside the eyelid...
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Are my Droopy Eyes Permanent? 5 answers

HI - I had upper/lower eye surgery just five days ago. I don't think I have a lot of swelling but am so depressed that both my upper lids seem to...
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Big Eyelids 6 Weeks After Revision Ptosis Surgery 5 answers

My eyelid seem to be expanded after my revision surgery a month ago. I have a primary surgery in end apr, few days later follow by a revision surgery...
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Does Lower Blepharoplasty Cause Swelling on Top of Cheek Area? 5 answers

I had lower bleph 14 days ago and now noticed that I have raised welts in the upper cheek area. This makes my undeye look hollow and like a bag. It...
lower eyelids swelling

Stitches Couldn't Be Removed After Upper Eyelid Surgery - What to Do? 5 answers

Please I did upper eyelid surgery and my Dr used undissolved stitshes and I had to travel he told me after one week any clinic can pull them out. I...
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Possible Overcorrection or Too Early to Tell? 5 answers

I was born with congenital ptosis and had an upper bleph on my right eye 3 weeks ago. I am pleased with the results looking straightforward but worry...
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Congenital Ptosis Surgery-Fascia Lata (Left Eye) 4 Wks Ago.When Should I Heal? 5 answers

I'm male 27.BMI normal.Myopic, use glass with -6D.I had a congenital ptosis in left eye described as-LPS FN 2mm,Bells-Good,MJW->-ve.I had an...
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Had Upper Eyelid Surgery 31/2 Weeks Ago. I Have Ptosis. Will This Go Away on Its Own? 5 answers

Is ptosis after surgery a permanant condition fixed only after another surgery, or will this get better with time?
ptosis results

Getting Second Opinion from an Oculoplastic Surgeon - Need Help? 5 answers

Original surgeon wants me to get second opinions on the cause of eyelid strain after correction of ptosis, and eyelid surgery so that he can correct...
ptosis

Can Blepharoplasty Cause Eyebrows to Droop? 5 answers

1 yr and 3 months ago I had surgery on my upper eyelids. After surgery I was pleased with the initial result of having bigger eyelids. However, it now...
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Will Hyperthyroidism Affect Plastic Surgery Results? 5 answers

Hello, one month ago i had upper blepharoplasty and browlift. last week i was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. my eyes seem to be healing ok now I...
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Assymetry, Higher Scar After Upper Blepharoplasty 5 answers

Plus one eye looks round and one has retained a semi-almond shape...My surgeon says he did both the same and admits no fault...What can I do now? I am...
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Will Skin Under Eyelids Tighten As Lower Blepharoplasty Heals? 5 answers

I'm a 51-year old who is 4 weeks post-op from a lower blepharoplasty (under-eyelash) and lateral incision to remove a small amount of excess skin....
age 45-54 tightening under eyes

Is It Normal for the Muscle Between the Eyebrows to Feel Stretched 5 Months After Blepharoplasty? 5 answers

Is it normal for the muscle/skin between the brows to feel stretched 5 months after blepharoplasty and face-lift? My forehead, brow and eyelids feel...
eyebrows normal stretched tightness

Is It Too Soon to Worry About Eye Droop After Blepharoplasty Surgey? 5 answers

Its been just over two weeks since a mini lift with upper and lower Blepharoplasty. I am concerned that my right eye has drooped in the corner, please...
eyes

Is There a Chance That a Second Surgery Can Fix my Congenital Ptosis? 5 answers

Im 22 yrs old, and I have congenital ptosis in my left eye and I've gone through surgery to try and fix it. My surgeon went under my eyelid and...
age 18-24 congenital ptosis revision

How Many Ptosis Surgeries Can 1 Eyelid Safely Handle? 5 answers

I have had 3 but my surgeon bungled all of them. 2 were one week apart last year and he says they rather count as 1. I am considering one final...
ptosis revision safety

Is This an Over-correction? 5 answers

I am meeting with my surgeon tomorrow and would appreciate objective viewpoints prior to discussion. My surgeon tightened levator muscles of eye on...
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Ptosis Surgery 5 answers

Im 27 and I had a congentinal ptosis since I was born. 2 weeks ago, I had my 1st ptosis surgery for my right eye using frontalis sling silicon rod...
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Will This Feeling Go Away? 5 answers

I "feel" mascara going on my lower lashes in addition to my upper lashes, when I'm actually putting mascara on my top lashes...I am 6...
1 month post-op complication eyelashes feel

Leech Therapy for Blood Pooling - Is This Possible? 5 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery, I have a pool of blood (lump) under one eye. I was told about Leech therapy? from a friend it sounds so horrible...
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Is This Considered Normal Healing After Eyelid Surgery? (photo) 5 answers

It's only been 7 days since I got my eyelid done and 2 days after stitch removal. I don't worry about scars,bruises or pain. But what bother...
1 week post-op folds healing normal

Blepharoplasty with Macs Lift and Their Complications, What can I do? 5 answers

3 weeks ago i had an lower eyelid blepharoplasty with macs lift.we have had to correct the ectropion already but i have still the strange...
3 weeks post-op complication female lower eyelids MACS

How Do I Lower the Corner of my Eye After a Bad Blepharoplasty Experience? 5 answers

After Bad Blephoroplasty when I Laugh, Inner Corner Narrows, Outer Corner "Flies" Up, Strange Expression. To weigh down eye- lower brow+...
bad eyes narrow options results

Bigger Eyelids After Upper Bleph- How to Tell if It's Just Swelling or a Problem? 5 answers

I am 15 days post op from an upper bleph. My eyes don't really feel swollen to me anymore, and things are starting to even out. However, my upper...
2 weeks post-op bigger normal swelling upper eyelids

Revision Needed After Ectropian Surgery 5 answers

I had revision work for an ectropian about 10 years ago. He did it partly through a cheek lift, put fat back under my eyes and did something with the...
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Almost 5 Months Post U/l Blepharoplasty and CO2 And Experiencing Major Discomfort And Pain, What Can I Do? (photo) 5 answers

My o/p surgeon specialized in treating festoons. They are very much improved, but my eyes are now strange and wide open, like marbles. My right eye...
causes discomfort festoon options pain

Blepharoplasty 5 answers

Do some surgeons take fat and muscle from eyelids & move the eyelid crease very high? Is this an antiquated technique from the 1960's &...
placement scar tissue

Eyelid Recovery 5 answers

Thank you all so much for your comments that have really eased by anxiety following laser bleph 2 weeks ago. I still have what looks like puffiness at...
2 weeks post-op puffy eyes swelling

Eyelid Surgery 1 Month Post-op. Still Have 1 Suture. 5 answers

My suture was removed after 7 days. Surgery and eyelid looks good but with surgery scars which is just normal. Now, I just noticed that there's a...
1 month post-op sutures

Why Has my Vision Deteriorated After Eyelid Surgery? 5 answers

I had an incision at the top of each eyelid and the muscle was reattached to open the lid further. 6 months later my vision is awful. My optometrist...
vision

How Does the Eyelid Properly Heal Without Stitches? 5 answers

Is stitchless blepharoplasty a viable procedure? What special precautions should be taken during the healing process?
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I Had Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery 1 Year Ago. Eyes Are Inflamed, Irritated, Round. How To Revise? 5 answers

My eyes are inflamed and irritated and round now, with scars on each outer end of each eyes and blunted. My eyes look unattractive now, and I was...
1 year post-op botched options revision

Eye Lift Scar is Not a Smooth, Curving Shape. Instead, It Has a Point. Will It Go Away? (photo) 5 answers

Hello. I had an upper eye lift 23 days ago, and I am concerned that the scar on one eye is not a smooth, curving shape. Instead it has a point (see...
3 weeks post-op final result pointy scar

3 Month Post Blepharoplasty and Suture is Coming out of Upper Left Eye! I Am Concerned. 5 answers

Other eye healed beautifully. But this one's scar line is still quite red. Part of suture became visible and was removed last week after I...
3 months post-op healing options sutures uneven

I Have Mild Ectropion on my Rt Lower Lid Due to a Blepharoplasty Yrs Ago, Can It B Fixed? 5 answers

9yrs ago,had quadblepharoplasty n canthopexy. rt. lower lid have mild ectropion due to surgeon being overly agressive. Dr tried 2 fix it twice by...
ectropion lower eyelids

Had Bleth Upper & Lower with Canthopexy. Still Have Bags. Into 11th Week. Whats Wrong? 5 answers

Why do I look like I still have bags? 11th week after upper & lower bleph with canthopexy
3 months post-op canthopexy eye bags final result

Eyelid Surgery for Ptosis, Unhappy with Results, Are these the Final Results? (photo) 5 answers

I had ptosis surgery on my left upper eyelid 10 days ago. I have two concerns. I am having double-vision and blurriness in the eye. This does not seem...
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My Lower Bleph Scar is Feeling Tight 4 Months After Surgery? 5 answers

I had external excisions that have significant tightening sensations over the last month or so, which is also resulting in the lid pulling down away...
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I Have Had Lower Eyelid Surgery, 3wks Now and Still Red and Scarred, what Can I Do? (photo) 5 answers

I had lower and upper eyelid surgery on the 15th of november, 2011....my upper lids are still red but are coming along.....with makeup i can see an...
2 weeks post-op redness scarring upper eyelids

Tear Build Up 1 Month After Bletharplasty- Blocked Tear Duct? 5 answers

I had upper and lower bletharplasty done approx 4 weeks ago. Right after procedure I noticed that tears were accumulation in the corner of my right...
1 month post-op blockage tear tear duct

One Eye Was Overcorrected, Can I Have a Second Eye Lid Surgery? 5 answers

I had an upper eyelid surgery on both eyes 4 months ago . well the doctor did a good job on my left eye while he corrupted my right eye leaving it...
4 months post-op options overcorrection revision

Facelift with Chin Lift and Blepharoplasty March 2010, Unhappy With Eyelid Results, What Can I Do? (photo) 5 answers

I am coming up on a year since my facelift surgery and am unhappy with the blepharoplasty results. My surgeon agrees that he will have to do more to...
10 months post-op options unhappy

How Can Pain be Relieved AFter Lower Blepharplasty? 5 answers

I have pain on one side of my face recently after Lower Blepharoplasty 5 Wks. ago.  The pain is a 3-4 at times and the area about 1/2 in. below...
1 month post-op burning irritation lower eyelids red eyes

What Kind Of Surgeon Should I Go To For Eyelid Ptosis Repair? 5 answers

Hi, i have done 3 surgeries, which doc should i pick for my complicated ptosis revision? 1. HOD, Aesthetic Eyeplastic, MBBS, FRCS, FRCOphth,...
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Lower Blephroplasty 4 Weeks Ago- One Eye Is Drooping With Under Eye Wrinkles. Is This Permanent? 5 answers

I had a lower blepharoplasty 4 weeks ago. My left eye looks great but right eye is drooping so you can see more of the White of my eye under my eye...
1 month post-op droopy permanent under eyes uneven wrinkles

What Medication or Ointments Help with Bruising After an Eyelid Surgery? 5 answers

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Numbness Eyelid Surgery? 5 answers

How long after undergoing eyelid surgery should numbness around the eyes reside?
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Options For Eyelid Surgery Revision To Lower Crease? 5 answers

I want to lower my crease because it's too high for my personal liking and my eyes are too hooded, but I've been warned that if I do, then the...
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Eye is Bloodshot a Week After Blepharoplasty, Should I be Worried? (photo) 5 answers

On Nov 22 I got a revision lower blepharoplasty in right eye. Everything was fine till I woke up on the 29. My eye was bloodshot and more concerning...
1 week post-op bloodshot lower eyelids redness

Is Blood Draining into my Eye Socket After Surgery? (photo) 5 answers

I just had a browlift and lower blephs done. I have woken to blood in my lower lids 4 nights in a row. The doctor's don't seem to know why. Is...
blood drainage eyelids worried

Is it Possible that I Have an Infection After Transconjectival Eyelid Surgery with Fat Transfer? (photo) 5 answers

I had undergone transconjectival eye lid surgery with fat grafting & implant before 5 years. Recently (since last 15days), I developed swelling...
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I Had a Lower Blep on 5/12/11. I Have Suffered Atrophy on the Left Eyelid. 5 answers

Can this be corrected without further surgery?
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Is It Bad to Drink Alcohol While Healing from Blepharplasty? 5 answers

alcohol

After Eyelid Bleplaroplasy my Eyelids Became Red with Veins What Do I Do? 5 answers

redness veins

Worried About Upper Eyelid Swelling After 5weeks Recovery, When Will the Shape Come Back? 5 answers

My eye surgery upper/lower and brow was performed 51/2 wks ago and one upper Eyelid is extremely swollen, and the shape of my eye was almond and now...
1 month post-op swelling

After Eyelid Surgery, One Eye Looks Asian While The Other Does Not. What Are My Options? 5 answers

I had blep uppper/lower surgry. the left eye looks orientl nd th right eye normal shape. can this be corrected..
Asian options shape uneven unhappy

Under Eye Puffiness 3 Weeks After Upper Eyelid Surgery, Will It Go Down? 5 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 24 days ago and now have a lot puffiness under the eyes that I did not have before the surgery. I still sleep with my head...
3 weeks post-op duration options puffy eyes

How Long Will It Take for Bruised Skin to Heal After Eyelid Surgery? 4 answers

bruising eyelids

Asymmetrical Eyelids After Double Blepharoplasty? 4 answers

I did double blepharoplasty upper eyelid lift, but did a correction/ enhancement for the left one because it still drooped after surgery. It looked ok...
asymmetry droopy eyelids

Hollow Eyes After Blepharoplasty? 4 answers

I am one week post op from a brow lift and upper eyelid surgery. My eyes seem very hollow and I am scared he took to much off because now I have a...
eyelids hollow

Droopy and Red Left Eyelid After Blepharoplasty 4 answers

I've had several surgeries done om my left eye in the past 3 years: 2 re-attached retinas, a patch graft on my cornea, cataract, one eyelid lift that...

Upper Blepharoplasty - Lingering Adverse Effects on Cheeks 4 answers

I had Blepharoplasty on my upper lids only, but tremendous bruising occured on my lower lids and cheeks after surgery. I've had puffines and swelling...
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How Long Should Blepharoplasty Results Last? 4 answers

Is this normally a procedure that yields 3-4 years of improvement, or can I expect more longevity? Can it be done again if my eyelids fall more? 
eyelids

Adding Volume to Inner Corners of Eyelids? 4 answers

How can I get the volume back in the inner corners of my upper eyelids?
eyelids

Post-ptosis Repair and Blepharoplasty - Feels Like There is Something in my Eye 4 answers

My right eye is the one I had the ptosis repair and now I feel like there is something stuck in my eye and it is not healing as well as the other...
ptosis upper eyelids

Blephroplasty Recovery and Results 4 answers

Had upper & lower bleph along with ptosis repair. Very little bruising but seem to have an allergic rxn (sutures??). Started on po prednisone on...
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Are There Things Than Can Speed Up the Recovery from Eyelid Surgery? 4 answers

Is there a recommended diet, cream, vitamin and/or medication that could be taken before and after eyelid surgery to make the healing process...
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What Can Be Done to Correct Webbing at the Inner Corner of my Eyes After Blepharoplasty? 4 answers

After upper bletharoplasty the inner corners of my eyes have webs. How can it be corrected? My surgeon is an occuloplastic surgeon.
webbing

Second Eyelid Surgery - Would It Fix My Problems? 4 answers

I had an upper eye surgery 6 years ago. Now, I have the following: -Crease too high -Double creases -Excess skin -Hollowness -Sagging skin on the...
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Options After No Visible Results from Eyelid Surgery? 4 answers

I'm a 30 year old male and I had lower Eyelid surgery 2 weeks ago. I must say that I'm not happy with the results at all. I barely see a difference...
eyelids

Scars on the Incision from my Upper Bleph Are Getting Worse 4 answers

When I had my upper blephs done, 18 days ago, I had small 'pimples' on the inside of both my eyes. not only have they not gone away, but now...
scar upper eyelids

Extremely Sensitive Eyes Post- Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty 4 answers

I'm 5 weeks post upper and lower blepharoplasty. There is still swelling and general tightness and my eyes are extremely sensitive to light. My...
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What Do I Do Now? Chemosis in my Left Eye for 8 Months Now After Blearoplasty 4 answers

I had blephoplasty 8 mos. ago and still have chemosis in my left eye. My surgeon seems to be oblivious to this and says he would only make it worse by...
chemosis eyelids

Could This Be Ptosis? 4 answers

I had an upper eyelid surgery done 3 weeks ago. The doctor removed some fat and skin. The night after the surgery, i felt discomfort on my left eye....
female ptosis upper eyelids

Bumps at each suture entry/exit across left eyelid after blepharoplasty 4 answers

I had bilateral bleph and ptosis repair on Aug 17th with absorbable sutures. Healing was great for the first week when the left incision started to...
2 weeks post-op bumps sutures upper eyelids

Mechanical Ptosis After Eyelid Surgery 4 answers

Does mechanical ptosis always occur after eyelid surgery? In which some of the pupil is being blocked because of edema of the eyelid crease? How many...
ptosis

When Will I Know if Eyelid Surgery Results Are Final? 4 answers

I am 5 weeks post op on eyelid surgery (top and bottom). I am not symmetrical yet. Does this mean I will not be symmetrical or is it too eary to tell.
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Pain and Swelling 7 Months Post Op (Eyelid) 4 answers

Please help ! its almost 7 months since ive had ptosis surgery using the frontalis sling procedure ( palmaris longus tendon used ) and the brow is...
7 months post-op dry eyes pain ptosis swelling

Upper Bleph 4 Weeks Ago. Concerned with How Big my Eyelids Look. 4 answers

I can’t find any “after" photos that have big lids like mine. Is this cause too much fat was taken? I was told in time the top would...
eyelids size swelling

Blood Pooling in Eye After Eyelid Lift 4 answers

I had an upper eye lift in my left eye one week ago. Two days later the pain was so bad I contacted my Dr. Turns out a stitch had gone through the lid...
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Not Happy with my Blepharoplasty. Is There Anything I Can Do? 4 answers

My eyes where almond shaped before I kinda resembled an asian person. Now my eyes around too round. Is there anything I can do?
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Massaging Techniches for Slanted Lower Lids After Upper/lower Bleph 4 answers

I'm 11 days post-op for upper and lower bleph. my lower lids are slightly slanted at each corner.Can anyone suggest any massaging techniches to...
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Swelling from Eyelid Surgery. Do the Eyebrows Go Back Down? 4 answers

It seems that my eyebrows are higher (from the swelling) from eyelid surgery along with looking puffier (esp around the lateral "outside"...
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Browpexy Carried Out Without my Consent 4 answers

I signed a consent for a blepharoplasty but the surgeon did a browpexy which failed. I'm confused. Now my eyes look exactly like they did before...
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Black Lump Under Incision After Upper Blepharoplasty (Double Eyelid), What Could this Be? (photo) 4 answers

I had upper blepharoplasty surgery on 1st oct 2011, and two weeks ago, i found a lump on the incision on my right eye, when i touch it, i feel a sharp...
3 months post-op incision lumps upper eyelids

Eyelid Was Pulled Down By Doctor 5 Months Post-op Blepharoplasty 4 answers

I am 5 months post lower lid blepharoplasty . One of the docs pulled my eyelid down many times for eye examination when I went to the er. one day for...
lower eyelids pulled

Lower Lid Blepharoplasty Post-op Questions 4 answers

I just had a lower lid blepharoplasty with a micro fractional laser treatment. It has been 9 days after surgery and I feel like most of my swelling...
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How Long for a Repaired Severed Levator Muscle to Open the Eyelid? 4 answers

14 month old granddaughter was attacked by dog. Her levator muscle in right eye was severed but repaired. How long before we know if her eye will open?
accident age 17 or under dog bite repair

Lower Lid Retraction After Quadblepharoplasty and Canthopexy- Need Reconstruction, What Are My Options? (photo) 4 answers

Lower lid retraction after quadblepharoplasty and cantophexy 9yrs ago a yr later skin pinch incision on both eyes and another one a year later,...
10 years post-op canthopexy lower eyelids options retraction revision

Can Ptosis Repair Turn into Dermatochalasis Problem? 4 answers

Hi Doctors My left eye Ptosis(2mm) Surgery occured 3 moths ago with levator resection But since then what i have noticed that the height of the eyelid...
dermatochalasis ptosis repair

Still Swollen 4-Weeks Post Eyelid Surgery, Are There Malar Bags? 4 answers

I am 44 and just a few days shy of 4 weeks following a lower blepharoplasty. I am frustrated because the swelling is still present and appears to be...
1 week post-op healing malar bags swelling

Recent Muellerectomy, My Eye Looks Smaller, Is This Due To Swelling? 4 answers

About a week ago I had a Muellerectomy on my left upper eyelid to correct some drooping. It's healed well as far as bruising and pain. The...
1 week post-op smaller swelling

How do I Find the Top ASOPRS Surgeons to Perform my Revision Eyelid Surgery? 4 answers

I had my surgery two months ago. I know that I must wait for a revision. I will not be going to my prior surgeon and will have to travel. How can I...
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Blepharoplasty Complications After Fat Graft 4 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty with undereye fat graft.The fat pads were artificially protruding, especially under the left eye and the same...
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Excessive Width of Medial Canthus - Lagophthalmos - Ptosis - Dry Eyes 4 answers

- Experiencing dry eyes from excessive width of medial canthus (both eyes). - Problem from ages 20-24; I do not know what caused it. - My oculoplastic...
dry eyes lagophthalmos ptosis wide

More Wrinkles After Eyelid Surgery 4 answers

Had lower bleph,w/eye fat put in tear trough, fat repositioned onto cheek bones,"tissue" btw. eyes in frown lines,+lift of face, brow,+ CO2...
excess skin female lumps results tear trough wrinkles

How can you tell if an undercorrection of the eye is permanent after ptosis repair surgery? 4 answers

I had ptosis repair surgery about a week ago and had my stiches removed recently. Before having the stich removed, the lid on the eye with eye surgery...
permanent ptosis

Do Massage and Hot/cold Compresses Help Bumps Along Suture Line Post-bleph; if So, Details Re How I Massage and Apply Hot/cold ? 4 answers

Do I massage the bumps directly? Do I alternate hot and cold compresses? Should the heat be moist? Is it ok to be using Tobradex on bumps? Surgery was...
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Is It Ethical for a Tech to Suture Eyelids After Surgery? 4 answers

I thought only MDs, PAs, or ARNPs were qualified to suture eyelids after surgery. Is it considered malpractice for a surgeon to allow a tech to suture...
ethics legal normal

I Have Indents by the Outside of my Incision 2.5 Mo's After Lower Bleph. Circles Are Darker. Should I Worry? (photo) 4 answers

Lower bleph done 10-14-11.So as swelling decreases, the line where my cheek meets my lower lid is getting worse. Went in on Nov. 17 and was given...
3 months post-op indentation pain swelling worried

Can you evaluate my Blepharoptosis? 4 answers

This photo is 18 months after my Blepharoptosis. Prior to my surgery my eyes were symmetrical. What can I do about this? Should I get a second...
2 years post-op ptosis

What Are Other Options For Congenital Ptosis? I'm 18. (photo) 4 answers

Im an 18 year old female born with congenital ptosis in my left eye. 4 attempts have been made at correcting it. 3 Under Eyelid Ptosis Repair, Levalor...
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Still Have Asymmetry and Droopy Lower Lids After Bleph., What Is The Best Type of Revision? 4 answers

In 2007 I had upper and lower Bleph. Incisions were on the outside of the lids. The lower lid incisions were too low and aggressive (according to my...
asymmetry options revision

Likelihood of Hering's Law After Ptsosis Surgery on One Eye 4 answers

What is likelihood of experiencing hering's law of equal inervation after ptsosis surgery on one eye? That is, having the alternate eylide droop...
healing ptosis symmetrical

The Corners of my Eyes Feel Pulled and Tight Six Months After Bletharoplasty- Normal? 4 answers

I had an upper and lower bletharoplasty in April and the inner and outer corners feel very pulled and tight. What causes this? I know the doctor took...
6 months post-op corner normal tightening

Has Anyone Noticed a Change in Eyesight Since Surgery 4 answers

I feel like my eyesight has changed since upper and lower sx Is it just the healing process.? BTW its gotten worse. How long should I wait to go get...
eyesight normal problem

When Can You Wear Contacts After Having Inner Corner Eye Surgery (Epicanthoplasty)? 4 answers

My friend recently had double eyelid surgery, but they operated on the inner corners of her eyes as well. She was wondering when she could begin...
contacts corner timing

Ptosis Surgery (LPS Resection) Recovery Time? 4 answers

I had LPS resection where the surgeon put the incision under the eyelid. He used dissolvable stitches and said it will take up to 4 weeks for them to...
blurry vision double vision ptosis recovery

Excessive Tearing 3 Months Post-op Eyelid Surgery, How Can I Make it Stop? 4 answers

3 months after surgery,I started experiencing excessive tearning in both eyes.My surgeon was an Opthamologist.I have been seeing another opthamoligist...
3 months post-op tear duct

I'm Seeing no Improvement 1 Week Post Eye Ptosis Surgery, Is there Hope it Will Improve? (photo) 4 answers

Hi, I've started noticing my ptosis at the age of 6. Actually my parents friends started noticing, we didnt. And now at the age of 32 I decided to...
1 week post-op age 25-34 no results ptosis

What Conditions Could Indicate Ptosis and the Need for Surgery? 4 answers

I read that only people with drooping eyelids are candidates for this surgery (http://www.drmeronk.com/insidersguide/15.html). Who can have eyelid...
candidate droopy eye eyelids ptosis reasons surgery

2 Weeks After Lower Eyelid Correction There's Drooping and Affected Vision, Are These Permanent Results? 4 answers

Two weeks ago, I had an endorgin spacer graft inserted on my right eye and a lift at the end of the eye upward for lower lid sag. My eye looks way...
2 weeks post-op droopy eye final result

Can 'Curtained' Effect from Lower Blepharoplasty Be Corrected? 4 answers

The skin under my eyes pulls slightly especially when I look to the sides. I would worry about another bleph to correct it because the skin is already...
conservative pulled revision

I'm 3 Days Post Lower Eyelid Surgery. The Outer Corners Are Dropping, How Can I Correct This? 4 answers

I also had a chemical peel and juvederm added to the hollows. It seems like I read somewhere thaT there are excercises I can do to help the muscles...
3 days post-op corner droopy options

When Can I Notice Final Results of Ptosis Repair? 4 answers

I got congenital ptosis repair 10 days ago and my eyes still look uneven. Should I be concerned?
2 weeks post-op ptosis uneven

Upper Eyelid Surgery Sutures Causing Irritation and Blurriness? 4 answers

I had Fasanella-Servat procedure done on one eye 23 days ago. The surgeon said the stitches will take 2 months to dissolve. I feel some irritation...
blurry sutures upper eyelids

Can Eyelid Surgery Cause Oil Bumps? 4 answers

I had eyelid surgery on both eyes ..oil bumps have formed..doctor recommended hot cloth and try o massage them away...one doctor that I was seeing for...
bumps causes oil glands

Tear Pump Failure After Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty, What Should I do? 4 answers

I have a problem with watering eyes following upper eyelid blepharoplasty ( now 6 months after ), especially when outside with breezes of wind. I am...
6 months post-op tear duct water

4 Weeks After Surgery My Eyes Look Large and Fake Which I Don't Like, Can Anything Be Done? 4 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 3.5 weeks ago. I feel suicidal. I haven't left the house since the surgery. My eyes look massive and fake even though I...
3 weeks post-op fake look options unhappy

Bloodshot Eyes 3 Months After Blepharoplasy 4 answers

I realise that this is a common complaint, but I am getting worried because I had my surgery done 3 months ago, surely my eyes should have settled by...
bloodshot side effects

I Had Repair for Ptosis 2 Weeks Ago and Now This Skin on Upper Eyelids is Wrinkled and Crepey. Will This Go Away? 4 answers

I Had Repair for Ptosis 2 Weeks Ago and Now This Skin on Upper Eyelids is Wrinkled and Crepey. Will This Go Away?
2 weeks post-op crepey skin ptosis

How Long Will It Take for Swelling to Go and Eyelid to Close? 4 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 9 days ago. There is barely any bruising but there is a lot of swelling in the area between the eyelashes and the crease...
healing swelling

Feeling of Great Tightness Nearly 4 Weeks After Surgery, How Long Until It Loosens? 4 answers

Hi, I had upper eyelid surgery nearly 4 weeks ago. One eye, which didn't shut completely after surgery, shut two weeks after, but I still have a...
1 month post-op headache tightness timing

DST Revision- Possible Removal Of Leftover Suture? 4 answers

I have suture technique double eyelid(DST) done about 7 years ago, my right eye is looser than my left and there's a small knot at the end of my...
DST noticeable revision sutures

How Well Do Blepharoplasty Scars Heal? 3 answers

I am 4 weeks post-op from lower Blepharoplasty. The incisions underneath the eyelash line have faded almost completely. The area I am concerned...
eyelids scar surgery scar

How to Fix Scar Tissue on Eyelid Surgery Incision? 3 answers

I had revision Eyelid surgery six months ago. One eyelid healed well; the other "pouches" over the incision line when closed and is...
eyelids incision scar tissue

Bruising, Swelling, and Seroma After Multiple Procedures 3 answers

Yesterday, I had a lateral eyelid lift, and lower mini facelift (weekend facelift) which pulled tightly behind my ears. I also had fat transfer to my...
bruising eyelids face seroma swelling

Will Eye Shape Change After Eyelid Surgery Be Permanent? 3 answers

It has been 5 weeks after I had eyelid surgery and my eyes look round. Will this change the shape of my eye permanently?
eyes shape

Proper Technique and Duration for Lower Lid Massage? 3 answers

I developed cicatricial ectropion of right lower lid following repair of orbital fracture 4 months ago, the condition improved with massage (traction...
eyelids lower eyelids

Hard Lower Lid Bumps After Steroid Injections 3 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty one month ago. 10 days post surgery, the lower left lid swelled and my surgeon gave me a steroid injection. The...

Open Wounds on Eye Corners After Blepharoplasty 3 answers

I had blepharoplasty four days ago. My doctor decided to take the stitches out two days after the surgery. It was a bit aggressive, as some skin had...
4 days post-op healing sutures wound

Solution for Firm Lump Near Blepharoplasty Incision? 3 answers

I had upper and lower bleph 3 weeks ago. Swelling and bruising seems to be gone but as swelling went away, a ridge of firm "tissue" has...
incision lumps

What to Do About Festoons Left After 2 Eyelid Surgeries? 3 answers

I have had under eye surgery twice to remove festoons. Neither worked. Now what? I am only 41 and had my first surgery at 35 on both the upper and...
age 35-44 female under eyes

Eyes Are Smaller After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty 3 answers

I am two months post opp, but the thing that worries me is my eyes apear to be much smaller than they were.. my right eye is even smaller than my left...
lower eyelids smaller upper eyelids

Fixing Eye Bags Caused by Bilateral Lower Lid Retraction Repair? 3 answers

About 4 years ago, I underwent bilateral lower lid retraction repair for my proptosis. The oculoplastic surgeon cut a muscle in my lower eyelids in...
eye bags

Third Eye Surgery - Asymmetrical and Swollen 3 answers

I had my second revision eyelid surgery 2 months ago. My left eyelid looks reddish and slightly swelling, my right eyelid structured quite nicely. I...
asymmetry eyelids swelling

Correction of an Over-done Canthoplasty? 3 answers

After a canthoplasty, my eyes are asymmetric and much smaller. By this procedure, my upper eyelids were also pulled down at the outer corners. Is...

One Eyelid Larger After Eyelid Surgery Revision 3 answers

I had an Eyelid Surgery revision on my upper eyelids 6 months ago, 6 months after the original procedure. One did well, but the other lid is...
eyelids swelling

Significantly Asymmetric Eyes Two Weeks After Upper Blepharoplasty 3 answers

Can this improve over the time or should I plan for revision? The asymmetry was visible immediately after the surgery (left eye was significantly...
asymmetry eyelids

Each Eye Looks Different After Eye Lift 3 answers

Had eye cosmetic eye surg a week ago. right eye's lid is sewn strange/left infected? 1.upper and lower eyelids look very different - puffy and lax...
infection

Scar Tissue from Eyelid Surgery and Healing Times 3 answers

It takes about a year for all the scar tissue in the eyelid from eyelid surgery to soften right? im guessing some of the stiffness is from the...
healing scar tissue

Ptosis Post Sugery Swelling 3 answers

Hi Doctors i have attached my photo for getting the response. I had congenital ptosis by birth on left eye. On 6th October 2010 i had levator...
male swelling

Changing Eyelid Crease Help Lagophthalmos After Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had an upper blepharoplasty 6 weeks ago and now have moderate lagophthalmos (5mm of show) of my right eye. Also, my eyes are visibly asymetrical, as...
lagophthalmos upper eyelids

Do Eyelids Tighten Up As They Heal After Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I'm 4 weeks post-op after upper and lower blepharoplasty. Once the initial swelling went down, gaps developed between my lower lids and eyeballs. ...
chemosis loose lower eyelids

Feels Like Dust or Sand in Eye After Upper Eyelid Surgery 3 answers

I just had my upper eyelid surgery last week on Monday. The doctor removed a little bit of fat and skin during surgery. I got the stitches removed 4...
eyelids upper eyelids

How Visible is the Scar from an Upper Bleph During First Few Months? 3 answers

Being technical here, how visible is the scar when looking down (downgaze)? I know that it can't be seen in normal gaze.
scar upper eyelids

How to Fix Botched Upper Eyelid Surgery? 3 answers

My left eye won't close completely as stated by one ocularplastic surgeon suggests pinching the outer corner. Another recogized the lid upturn...
upper eyelids

What Should I Do to Treat Scars After Lower Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty nearly 4 months ago and the scars of lower blepharoplasty are very noticeable i have been applying a cream called...
lower eyelids options scar

Young Son w/ Congenital Ptosis - Has Surgery Failed? 3 answers

He had surgery to correct the ptosis in August 2010 at 17 months old. He was unable to close his eye after surgery. But as the swelling went down and...
age 17 or under child congenital failure ptosis

Asymmetry and Droopy Lower Lids After Blepharoplasty - Revision Options? 3 answers

In 2007 I had upper and lower Bleph. Incisions were on the outside of the lids. The lower lid incisions were too low and aggressive (according to my...
4 years post-op asymmetry droopy lower eyelids options revision upper eyelids

Is It Normal to Have a Triple Eyelid After Ptosis Surgery? 3 answers

Three weeks ago I had ptosis surgery (levator resection, no skin removal) on my right eye. There doesn't seem to be any swelling anymore, but...
normal ptosis

A Blue Piece of Thread Coming out of Eye Incision 3 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty done a month and a half ago in Florida. I had to go back to NJ where I live I noticed that in one of my eyes a blue piece...
incision

Ptosis Surgery 6 Months Ago. Lid is Starting to Droop Slightly. What Can I Do? 3 answers

Had cornea transplant 3 hrs ago and developed potisis in that eye. Had surgery6 months ago everything looked good.I have noticed a slight droop again...
cornea droopy ptosis transplant

Can Contour Abnormalities Be Improved by More Ptosis Repair? 3 answers

I have some peaking towards the outside of the eyelid area[lateral portion], along with minor ptosis overall on that eyelid. Just wondering whether or...
eyelids eyes

Post-op Bleph Abscess? 3 answers

I Had Upper Blepharoplasty 6 Weeks Ago. Three weeks ago I had pus collect under the incision line on my right eyelid. The nurse drained the pus and...
abscess incision sutures upper eyelids

Ptosis AFTER Blepharoplasty 3 answers

Had lower Blepharoplasty on both eyes two weeks ago&Rhinoplasty.I realize that swelling and final contouring of the nose will take many months...
lower eyelids ptosis

Post Eyelid Retraction Surgery - Exercises? 3 answers

I just had a levator recession for upper eyelid retraction in left eye. Its been 4 weeks, and I finally have symmetry after this being my second...
exercise retraction

I Had Blepharoplasty 2 Weeks Ago. How Can I Best Take Care of my Scars in my Eye Lids? 3 answers

I am using Traumeel 3 times a day on my scars and aply it with medium -light force with my ring finger over the scar, is this enough to prevent keloid...
scar

Revision Blepharoplasty with Grafted Fat Removal - Options? 3 answers

I was in my 30s and had the under eye fat graft and lower bleph. The same doctor attempted to remove the injected protruding fat (not needed in the...
options removal revision under eyes

Another Eyelid Surgery Immediately? 3 answers

Had upper eyelid ptsosis surgery on right eye 8 days ago. Saw surgeon 3 days ago who agreed lid was over-corrected. Have follow-up this coming Friday....
1 week post-op overcorrection ptosis upper eyelids

What Options do I Have for Correcting Aggressive Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had an upper blepharoplasty 12 days ago. I'm in my early 30s. It was supposed to be conservative but it appears it was quite aggressive. I know...
2 weeks post-op options overcorrection revision

Uneven Eyes Normal Or Should I Worry? 3 answers

I recently got ptosis surgery and blepharoplasty a month ago. I think, not 100% sure because I got the surgery in Korea. My eyes' swelling has...
1 month post-op normal ptosis smoking uneven

White Raised Eyelash Line 9 Months After Upper Blepharoplasty 3 answers

I had an upper bleph 9 months ago for ptosis repair. I am happy with the slight asymetry etc...I look better than I was. I have a thin white raised...
9 months post-op eyelashes raised scar upper eyelids white

Lagopthalmos at Night, Inadequate Blinking 7 Months After Bleph 3 answers

3rd revision of blepharoplasty with partial myectomy for blepharospasm. I have been taping my eyes shut since the first procedure in oct 09, to the...
age 45-54 blepharospasm lagophthalmos

Can Bags, Loose Skin and "Corner Pinch" After Blepharoplastia Be Fixed? 3 answers

eye bags loose skin pinched

After Eyelid Surgery, What Are The Causes of Nocturnal Lagophthalmos? 3 answers

I had my surgery 4 weeks ago. I'm having problems getting answers from my surgeon and I have made an appointment with another surgeon the...
1 month post-op causes lagophthalmos options

2 Weeks Post Belph I Have Loose Cornea in my Right Eye Should I Be Worried? 3 answers

I had upper and lower belp and since then I have had loose cornea in my right eye, my lids are still droopy and no one notices any change in my...
2 weeks post-op bulge cornea loose worried

Is It Uncommon to Have Watery Eyes 6 Months After an Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

Is it uncommon to have watery eyes 6 months after an upper eyelid blepharoplasty and canthopexy ? Not too bad indoors but a real problem outside with...
6 months post-op irritation normal water

Gash Under Eye After Blepharoplasty: It Best to Excise and Resuture Scar or Laser? 3 answers

After lower blepharoplasty during the post-op, in a state of anxiety I dabbed(stupid)briefly boiled water to stop infection. Anyway, one side has...
2 years post-op anxiety comparison excision laser sensitive sutures thin skin under eyes

Post Congenital Ptosis Surgery Complication-Why Do I Have Watering Eyes? (photo) 3 answers

I'm male 27,myopic.I had a congenital ptosis surgery(left eye) on May 30,2011(fascia lata).The surgery was ok but now I find no clear improvement...
3 months post-op congenital droopy eye ptosis water

3 Months After Eyelid Surgery - One Eye is Great, but the Other Droops, Will This Get Better? 3 answers

3 months after upper eyelid surgery - on one eye, the skin above the lid droops on the outer corner, covering most of the outer eyelid (the inside lid...
3 months post-op final result uneven

Swollen Eyelid 6 Months Post Upper Blepharoplasty Procedure, What Should I Do? 3 answers

I underwent the upper blepharoplasty surgery on March 25, 2011 (6 months ago). My right eye is considerably puffier and sits up a lot higher than the...
6 months post-op African American male swelling

What Can I Do About Severe Redness, 5 Weeks After Eyelid Surgery? 3 answers

I had both upper and lower lids done 5 weeks ago. I continue to have a little swelling, but alot of bright redness which is around the eye and extends...
1 month post-op options redness severe

My Eyes Hurt After Lower Bleph and Have Headaches. Will This Go Away? 3 answers

My eyes and area around them ache also. i've had to take some left over pain meds to help. i'm just about 7 wks post op from lower bleph. my...
2 months post-op headache pain permanent

Horrible Headache After Having Upper Eye Lift, Facelift and Necklift 2 Weeks Ago, Normal? 3 answers

I am happy with the result but I have a killer headache. It almost feels like congestion across my forehead. Is this normal?
2 weeks post-op headache migraine

Will the Swelling and Tightness Ever Go After Eyelid Surgery? (photo) 3 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 9 days ago. There is significant swelling of the eyelids from the eyelashes to crease, which is a lot more in one eye,...
1 week post-op tightness upper eyelids

What Can Be Causing my Very Dry Eyes 5 1/2 Months Post Upper Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I'm 52 years old, and I did NOT have dry eyes before the surgery. At 5 1/2 months, I can't cry if I wanted to. I'm lucky to get enough...
6 months post-op causes dry eyes

Are Wrinkles Normal with Swelling After Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had a blephabroplasty on my lower lids, rhinoplasty and face lift end of August. Up till now, I have swelling and bruises under my eyes, and what...
4 months post-op normal swelling wrinkles

Upper Lids Done 1 Week Ago. Had Very Small Crease So He Gave Me a Larger Crease. Swelling Impairing Eyesight, Will It Go Down? 3 answers

He also removed fat from my inner eye by my nose. Now my inner eyelids near my nose are so swollen that it is covering part of my iris. Is the...
1 week post-op expectation swelling

10 years Ago my Top Left Eyelid Drooped.After 3 Surgeries Yrs. Later It`s the Same, What Else Can I Do? (photo) 3 answers

10 years ago my upper left eyelid just drooped. I`m a construction worker. I think it happened from having my hardhat leaning down to my eyelid. Over...
droopy multiple options

Puffiness and Discoloration Under Eyes After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery to make me look more awake and less tired, remove loose skin, and open up my eyes. After surgery, I thought I...
discoloration redness swelling under eyes

Bumpy Scars After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I am 9 wks post op after upper and lower eyelift and my incision lines have gotten strange bubbles on them that look bumpy like cauliflower stalks. ...
bumps incision lower eyelids scar upper eyelids

Lower Eyelid Skin Thin and Sensitive After Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I had Fraxel treatments: twice on full face and 5 times around eyes, then decided to have Trans-Blepharoplasty surgery with CO2 laser at 39 years old....
lower eyelids redness sensitive thin under eyes

Massage or Surgery for Raised Swelling After Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty peformed and within two days, a raised sausage-shape swelling appeared under the stiches. After stitches were removed,...
lower eyelids swelling

Eyelid Surgery Failure from Myasthenia Gravis? 2 answers

I have mysathenia graivs. My doc did a lid lift in hopes to help this. It did not. I had a lot of complications. I still have droopy lids.What do we...
droopy eyes

Treatment to Lighten Eyelids After Eyelid Surgery? 2 answers

In reference to my review above, I had upper Eyelid surgery 4 months ago. Problem is, I have dark pigment on both sides of the incisions. Scar aids...
eyelids pigmentation upper eyelids

Bloodshot Eyes After Mullerectomy 2 answers

I had a great Mullerectomy to correct mini ptosis last Tuesday. I love the results. However, the left eye on the left side still has blood stains in...
droopy eyelids

Redo Canthopexy to Correct Eye Shape? 2 answers

I had a Blepharoplasty and a midface lift. My eyeshape was altered in such a way that the lower outer half slopes downwards. I had a canthopexy and...
eyes

Is Bleeding 6 Days After Eyelid Surgery Normal? 2 answers

My eyelids started bleeding 6 days after my eyelid surgery. It would happen while I was asleep as well as randomly in the car. It's a watery red color...
eyelids swelling

Who Should Do my Blepharoplasty Revision? 2 answers

I am now 11 1/2 weeks post-quad Blepharoplasty. My doctor is now finally admitting that it may not change. The corner of my left eye is pulled down,...
revision sagging upper eyelids

Can Alcohol and Smoking Delay Healing After Eyelid Surgery and Brow Lift? 2 answers

I am a 26 year old male who had upper blepharoplasty and brow lift 3 months ago now . In the first 2 months I noticed great improvements. In the third...
age 25-34 alcohol healing male smoking

Eyelid Appearance when Blepharoplasty Stitches Break? 2 answers

What will I look like once the eyelid surgery stitches do not hold up anymore? Will my double eyelid disappear?
eyelids stitches

Are Uneven Eyes Normal After Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had it done almost two months ago. It does not look very even to me at all. The doctor said it was because my eyes were naturally a little bit...
eyes uneven

Swelling After Ptosis Surgery 2 answers

How much swelling is there after ptosis surgery in general?
ptosis swelling

Internal Bleeding and Lopsided Face After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I had an eyelid surgery 5 years ago, which caused internal bleeding trickling down alongside my nose and settling in my chin area. Since then,...
asymmetry droopy eyelids

Can't Completely Close Eyes After Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had a Blepharoplasty done 4 weeks ago and one of my eye scar seems to be holding it slightly opened when I blink and sleep. I had steroid injections...
eyelids lower eyelids

Lump After Laser Blepharoplasty 2 answers

Almost 3 weeks ago, I had lower Blepharoplasty surgery with laser. Only had fat pads removed and love the result. However, now that most of the...
lower eyelids lumps

Lump After Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I had laser transconjunctival Blepharoplasty 2.5 weeks ago and upper and lower laser skin resurfacing to remove fat pads which caused bags and...
bumps eyelids lumps

Medial Loose Pouch of Skin After Upper Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I had upper Blepharoplasty 5 weeks ago. Aside from having some "extra" muscle and skin removed, one aspect of the procedure was that I had...
loose upper eyelids

How to Fix Redness After Lower Eyelid Surgery? 2 answers

I had Lower subciliary Blepharplasty Over 3 month ago im still very red under the Eyelids. I have thin eyelid skin too. I can see small red/blue Veins...
lower eyelids redness

Procedure for Skin Shortage in Corner of Left Upper Eyelid? 2 answers

I have skin shortage, hollowness, and scarring in my left upper eyelid from upper eyelid surgery performed in 2006. What would be best for me to do?
eyes hollow

Big Eyelids 6 Weeks After Revision Ptosis Surgery 2 answers

Hi Surgeons, I had my 1st surgery in 2007. I have attached 2 photos for your advice. One photo is before surgery, the other photos is after my 1st...
2 months post-op Asian female ptosis

Is Slight Gap in my Incision Line After Blepharoplasty Okay? 2 answers

I had a blepharoplasty a week ago & stitches are removed. There is a slight gap in a very short place on the incision line. The rest of it is...
incision

Can Blepharoplasty Worsen the Crows Feet? 2 answers

crows feet wrinkles

Uneven Eyes After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I already undergone few eyelid surgeries but my left eyelid still bothers me a lot. The last surgery was early July 2010. I went to see my...
female results revision uneven

After Blepharoplasty the Skin Around my Eyes Feel Tight 2 answers

(the lower blepharoplasty surgery was over a year ago)Is there anything that can be done non surgically or are there any products that will help. Also...
eyelids tightness

Can't Close Eyes After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery about 4 years ago. One of my eye wasn’t closing all the way. Two weeks ago I had lower eyelid surgery, but now the...
lower eyelids upper eyelids

(Under-correction or Swelling) Post Ptosis Surgery Swelling - What Can I Do? 2 answers

Respected Doctor(s), I had congenital ptosis(2mm)on 6th October 2010 I had ptosis repair,after surgery doctor told me that he had resected the levator...
droopy results swelling

How Soon Should a Surgeon Redo Blepharoplasty when Results Are Clearly Asymmetrical? 2 answers

Blepharoplasty was performed 4 weeks ago and the surgeon agrees it is asymmetrical. How soon should the cosmetic surgeon redo the blepharoplasty to...
asymmetry eyelids revision

Only One Upper Eyelid Drooping 8 Days After Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I underwent blepharoplasty (upper eyelids only) and a brow lift 8 days ago. The brow and one eyelid are looking great. However, the other eyelid...
droopy upper eyelids

Dark Triangles from Bruises Under my Eyes 6 Weeks After Lower Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I still have very dark triangle looking dark areas under my eyes six weeks after lower blepharoplasty, surgeon says just give it more time but it is...
bruising dark circles under eyes

Post Right-eyelid Non-cong Ptosis Surgery Complications 2 answers

I had my first surgery & adjustment 9 mths ago. 6 weeks later I woke up with an inflated eyelid and my surgeon pulled out 2 eyelashes from the...
female ptosis swelling

Fluid Pocket Near Eye After Browlift and Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

Liquid pocket at corner of eye after having Quad Blepharoplasty and Anterior Browlift. I had these procedures done 5 weeks ago. Shortly after my right...

8 Months After Upper Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I had upper eyelids surgery to correct Peripheral vision in Dec 2009. My left eye is great but my right eye is discolored and swells constantly. While...
discoloration eyelids eyes upper eyelids

Outside Edges of Eyes Slant Downward After Transjunctivial Bilateral Bleph on Lower Eyelids 2 answers

I am 10 days post-op. I had bilateral upper bleph. and bilateral lower transjunctivial bleph. The upper lids are healing nicely, but I am concerned...
lower eyelids shape

Eyelid Dysfunction After Upper Blepharoplasty - Can't Close my Eye 2 answers

4 months after having upper eyelid blepharoplasty (Muller's removed), where I was having retraction of 1-2mm above cornea, my eyelid doesn't...
blink upper eyelids

How Soon Can You Have Eyelid Surgery Revision? 2 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery a week ago and so far hate the results. both eyes are shaped differently and one looks much smaller will this change. ...
revision upper eyelids

How Much Will Eyelid Relax After Lower Blepharoplasty Revision? 2 answers

I had a lower bleph Aug 08 w/slight retraction in one eye. Also too much fat was taken out of both eyes. Had fat grafting back in April 09. I like the...
lower eyelids revision

Skin Wrinkles on Bruised Area After Lower Eyebag Blepharoplasty 2 answers

I had lower eyebag blepharoplasty 7 weeks ago. Most bruises disappeared 2 weeks after surgery, but some residual bruises remained. My doctor said...
bruising lower eyelids wrinkles

Do I Have Eyelid Ptosis? 2 answers

I had ptosis surgery (and to form a crease) on my left eye 4 months ago, and a surgery to remove a little skin and fat from the right eye , about 1...
ptosis upper eyelids

Can Asymmetrical Eyelids Be Corrected After 2 Previous Operations? 2 answers

I had eyelid surgery done in 2009 to correct my asymmetrical eyelids. I was diagnosed with ptosis of left upper eyelid and she did a "Linear...
asymmetry damage male ptosis revision

Red Bruise Below Eyelid After Mullerectomy 2 answers

My family member developed a big red and black bruise below her eyelid 12 hours after mullerectomy. The bruise increased in size within 2 hours and...
bruising mullerectomy redness

Still Swelling 3 Months After Lower Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had a midface and lower blepharoplsty three months ago. My left eye is healing, has a normal shape, however my right eye is swollen. The swelling...
swelling

Continued Under Eye Swelling After Lower Bleph 2 answers

I am six months post op upper and lower bleph. I have bulges (swelling) under both eyes (outer corners). When I am looking downwards in the mirror,...
6 months post-op swelling under eyes

Doctor Told Me to Push Into My Eyes to Relieve Post-op Bleph Swelling - Why? 2 answers

I just had blepharoplasty done 3 weeks ago i am still swollen especially the lids and a little droopyness on bottom lid and i still look like i just...
swelling

What Specialist Should I See About Ptosis Ache? 2 answers

I had ptosis repair one eye more than year ago [still had a minor 1mm ptosis after that], about a month after that been having a dull ache whenever...
pain ptosis repair specialist

How to Fix my Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty? Please Help 2 answers

Hello I have had asymmetry in my eyelids for two years. In 2009, I had a blepharoplasty operation to repair lash ptosis. The results returned my left...
2 years post-op asymmetry eyelashes male ptosis revision

Eyes Won't Shut After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

My eyes don't shut after the surgery- still dry and burning after a month. I had eyelid surgery about a month ago and still cannot close my eyes....
dry eyes

How Much Does This Retraction Fix Normally Cost? 2 answers

I had a lower bleph 4 months ago which left me with retraction. I have been advised to do a mid face lift, plus a graft on to my lid from my mouth,...
costs lower eyelids retraction

Purple Eyelids After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty 2 answers

Three and a half weeks after upper and lower eyelid surgery my upper lids are still deep purple with very visible thread veins. Do you think these...
bruising

If I Have Ptosis 3 Weeks Post Upper Eyelid Surgery, What Are the Odds It Remains a Problem? 2 answers

I know that Doctors tell us that we must wait to see final results. But quite honestly what generally are the odds that it will remain a problem. It...
ptosis results

Normal To Have Bruising Under my Eyes on Top of Cheekbones Following Upper Eyelid Surgery? 2 answers

I am only 4 days post op and was told i would have bruising but wonder why I have so much bruising under my eyes just above my cheekbones when the...
4 days post-op bruising normal under eyes

Would Eyelid Height Worsen During Mullerectomy Recovery Period? 2 answers

I had mullerectomy 8 days ago and I was able to see the results a day after the surgery. Unfortunately, while I was asleep 2 days ago, I accidently...
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Eyebrow and Eyelid Act As One After Upper Blepharoplasty 2 answers

Hello, I am 26 and I had upper eyelid surgery and brow lift 14 days ago now. before surgery when i blinked or closed my eyes my eyevrow and eyelid...
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I Had Blepharoplasty 23 Days Ago and Am Worried That Something is Wrong. 2 answers

I had blepharoplasty 23 days ago. From the beginning my left eye was always swollen and sore. I hae been back to my surgeon twice because my vision in...
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How Can I Correct a Bad Ptosis Repair? 2 answers

Hi, I am an Asian, age 32. My ptosis repair is really bad, I became worst from my last procedure. Any comments, what might have gone wrong and do i...
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How Long Does It Take for Ectropion to Correct Itself After Eyelid Surgery? 2 answers

I had both lids done 4 weeks ago. I have some ectropion on the outside of both bottom lids.I have been using warm soaks and massage. Should I still be...

Revision Ptosis Surgery- Unhappy 2 answers

I have had ptosis since birth. I had the surgery two years ago. Its fine when i look straight but when I look down the white area is more shown and...
ptosis revision unhappy

How Long to Wait After Upper Bleph to Apply Dermatix? 2 answers

I had an upper bleph (anchor) 3 days ago and had my stitches removed today. How long should I wait to apply deramtix? Will this be beneficial for scar...
Dermamatrix wait

Redness Under Eyes 1 Day After Upper Bleph 2 answers

I had an upper bleph yesterday. I have iced to frozen and sat up all the time. i am not too swollen and can see fine..I just have redness in my...
redness under eyes

My 4 Yr Old Had Frontalis Fascia Lata Sling Procedure and Want It Reversed 2 answers

My 4yr old son had ptosis in the right eye (3-4mm). The levator muscle was weak but most of the time people couldn't even notice the ptosis. We...
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Droopy Double Eyelid After Both Double Eyelid Surgery & DST Method- Causes? 2 answers

I had incisional double eyelid surgery 2 years ago. 1year later , I did the stitching DST method on one eye to raise the double eyelid height at...
2 years post-op causes droopy options

Options For Congenital Ptosis with Jaw Winking Phenomenon in my Right Eye. 2 answers

My right eye was operated for vertical squint and then skin was removed from the right upper lid to correct ptosis in the year 2004. However, my right...
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Extensive Swelling and Loose Skin After Lower Transjunctival Blepharoplasty and Pearl Fat, Did the Surgeon Overfill? (photo) 2 answers

The swelling subsided considerably the first week but it feels very firm just below my eyelid and wobbly more closer to the lower end of the hematoma....
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What Eyelid Surgery Procedures Help Bulging Eyes Due to Graves' Disease? 2 answers

It is fairly typical that one surgery proves effective for correcting bulging eyes due to Graves' Disease? What medications are needed after the...
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Is it normal for my eyes to seem very asymmetrical 5 days after eyelid surgery for ptosis? 2 answers

I had ptosis caused by muscular dystrophy (opmd). 5 days after surgery my eyes seem to be very asymmetrical. I have no real noticable swelling and do...
4 days post-op asymmetry normal ptosis

Lump on Inner Corner Eyelid After Double Eyelid Surgery- Should I Worry? 2 answers

I went to have double eyelid surgery done about 14days ago, straight after the procedure was done I had gone back to my hotel and realized that on my...
2 weeks post-op corner lumps worried

Transcutaneous Lower Lid Blepharoplasty - Fluid Build Up and Looks Very Baggy. What To Do? 2 answers

I had Upper/Lower Blepharoplasty, i think Transcutaneous, i've got scaring under bottom eyelashes. It's now 4 wks post op & to begin with...
1 month post-op final result fluid normal transcutaneous

Is 3 Months Post-Op Eyelid Surgery too Soon to See Final Results? 2 answers

The scars on my upper eyelid go past my eye towards my nose and then go down. This looks really strange and gives me a "vertical eyelid" and...
3 months post-op final result unhappy

Will Wearing Contacts Affect the Inner Corners of the Eyes if They've Been Operated On? 2 answers

When can I wear contacts after upper eyelid surgery? ***The inner corners of my eyes were operated on too (Epicanthoplasty).*** Doctors replied that...
contacts epicanthal folds risk timing

Lump Found on Incision After Upper Blepharoplasty (Double Eyelid), Should I Worry? (photo) 2 answers

I did upper blepharoplasty on 6 Oct 2011, and 2 weeks ago, i found a lump about 2-3mm on the incision. There seems to be a black thing on it as well....
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Eyelid Incision Lumps 2 answers

I am on day 12 of recovery from eyelid surgery. While I am happy with the results, I seem to be having lumps at the incision line. Will this go away...
2 weeks post-op expectation lumps recovery swelling

Uneveness After Lower Blephoplasty and Fat Grafting, How Can this be Fixed? 2 answers

I am 40 years old and I had a lower blephoplasty in March this year to remove bags with fat re-positioning over the orbital rim and also fat grafting...
fat graft lower eyelids uneven

Double Eyelid Revision, How High can the Crease be Raised? 2 answers

I had double eyelid surgery 2 months ago.I prefer how it looks when it was slightly swelling as the crease are higher. now that the swelling has gone...
crease double eyelid revision

Has the Ptosis Surgery Worked? 10 Days Post Op Eye Looks The Same 2 answers

I had levator resection a month before on my left upper eyelid. after 10 days the sutures were removed and the eyes were equal. but now i could see...
1 week post-op not working ptosis

6 Months Post Blepharoplasty- Results Are Lacking And Redness Remains. Normal? 2 answers

I had lower blepharoplasty surgery in July (6 months ago) and not only have I not seen any progress with the lines/bags under my eyes, but I've...
6 months post-op no results normal redness

Any Product That a Plastic Surgeon or Burn Specialist Can Recommend to Reduce Tightness Of Eyelid Injury? 2 answers

I had lower blepharoplasty 2 years ago. During recovery period in a state of anxiety I applied boiled (not cooled) salty water very briefly on the...
2 years post-op burn product recommendation tightness

Right Eye is Sagging After Ptosis Surgery, Should I Operate on Left Eye to Correct Vertical Squint? 2 answers

Had congenital ptosis of the right eye. before correction of the ptosis, right eye was operated upon for vertical squint. however after ptosis surgery...
ptosis revision slanted

Can Asian Eyelid Surgery Lead to Stretching of the Skin Around the Eyes? 2 answers

What changes might be expected in a person's appearance after Asian eyelid surgery?
Asian eyelids long-term outcome skin skin laxity stretched

To What Extent Does Facial Structure Influence Healing Time After Eyelid Surgery? 2 answers

bone structure healing recovery

Surgeon to Correct Eyelid Surgery Mistakes? 1 answer

I had a blepharoplasty 11 months ago, together with a face lift. I did it in Mexico but with a craniofacial surgeon who works also in a Texas...
mistake revision

How Long Until I See Final Results from Lower Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

I had a lower blethroplasty 3 weeks ago. how long until they heal? Bluish green lump in one puckering on other and appear to have festoons on cheeks I...
bruising lower eyelids swelling

Upper Lids Still Red, Inflamed After 4 Wks, Left Lower Lid Slightly Puffy. What to Do? 1 answer

I had both upper and lower lids done 4 wks ago, including fat extraction and a 'deep stitch' on the corner of each eye to tighten the pouches....
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Heavy Eyebrow Feeling - Eyelid Ptosis or Eyebrow Ptosis? 1 answer

My eyebrows feel super heavy on my eyelids, making my eyelids feel very heavy. Is it ptosis?. I did have asian eyelid surgery (along with a ptosis...
age 18-24 eyebrows eyelids male ptosis

Dermabond for Eyelid Surgery? 1 answer

Can dermabond use for eyelid surgeries? I have scars left after the eyelid surgery. I have had lower and upper eyelid surgery. Dr. put stitches...
scar

Bilateral Upper and Lower Ectropion Repair - 10 Days Post-op with Tissue Bump Above Incisions 1 answer

I am 10 days post bilateral upper & lower ectropion repair. The surgery went well, and my incisions are healing nicely with dissolvable sutures. I...
bump female tissue

Can a "Pinch" Developed After Blepharoplasty Be Corrected? 1 answer

I had upper and lower blepharoplasty 3 months ago. As a result of the surgery, I have 3visible "pinches" in the lower eyelid and a visible...
lower eyelids revision upper eyelids

What to Do About Lower Eyelid Retraction After Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

I am four weeks post op from u/l eyelid surgery and have slight lower lid retraction in both eyes (about 1mm) and also very dry eyes. could you...
1 month post-op complication dry eyes retraction

Upper Eyelid Retraction Surgery - Lid Set Too Low - What Do I Do? 1 answer

11 days ago I had upper eyelid surgery for eyelid retraction. Eye was showing above retina. In any case, something was done to Muller's muscle and...
droopy retraction upper eyelids

Bilateral Ectropion Repair on the Lower Eyelids and the Bags Are Still There 1 answer

I had bilateral ectropion repair on the lower eyelids and the bags are still there 4 weeks after the surgery. How long after that type of surgery do...
eye bags lower eyelids

"Digital" Eyelid Massage for Overcorrection - Is It Safe? 1 answer

After ptosis repair, is it recommended NOT to massage the eyelid, because some say that is can "re-stretch" the levator and weaken the...
massage ptosis

Other Eyelid Feels Heavy After Ptosis Repair on One Eye 1 answer

I had a ptosis repair on my left eyelid, half a year ago, in China; about 2 mm of levator aponeurosis was cut out, tied to tarsal plate. About ~3 or...
heavy ptosis tightness upper eyelids

After Blepharoplasty - How Long Before my Eyes Start to Look More Natural? 1 answer

After my Blepharoplasty my eyes look so wide open and the shape of my eyes have changed it seems. How long before my eyes get to look more natural?...
eyes natural shape

Ptosis Surgery Swelling Not Healing 1 answer

I had congenital ptosis on left eye (2~2.5 mm), the surgeon performed levator resection of 20mm saying levator function was good, Surgery was...
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Ptosis Repair - How to Speed Up Healing Process? 1 answer

Resting from medical leave due to necessary ptosis repair (bilateral). just wondering, I have about a month to rest at home, what can I do to speed up...
ptosis recovery

Eyelid Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty 1 answer

My left eye was 3mm different from my right eye pre surgery. The white was showing above pupil. My surgeon believed it was Graves Disease, and he...
asymmetry Graves Disease upper eyelids

Eyelid Weakness After Ptosis Repair? 1 answer

Should I expect some temporary eyelid weakness after ptosis repair? Should I expect to "feel" that my eyelid muscle is stronger after...
expectation ptosis repair weak

Will IPL Help with Dry Eyes After Eyelid Surgery? 1 answer

I had a Subciliary Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty to both Eyes now over 3 months i still have Dry Eyes.By Cutting the lower Eyelids right under the...
dry eyes lower eyelids

Ptosis Revision? Too Early? 1 answer

According to the surgeon,the levator muscles on both my eyelids have slipped again, which makes it very difficult for me to open my eyes- i can open...
ptosis revision

What is the Healing Process After Upper Eyelid Surgery? 1 answer

Why does the tissue fluid stay in the eye after blepharoplasty? Why does the body take so long to heal from a minor surgery? is it because the body is...
healing upper eyelids

Forehead Still Feels Tight / Heavy After Bleph? 1 answer

It's been 4 months after bleph (with one eye ptosis repair; levator aponeurosis cut 2mm and attached to tarsal plate) and my forehead / eyebrow...
forehead heavy tightness

Will my Eyes Ever Look the Same Again After Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

I went for a rhinoplasty consultation and the doctor said I should consider doing a blepharoplasty because like an asian person I did not have a fold....
folds permanent results

After Lower Bleph. Is This Fat Repositioning or Swelling? (Photo) 1 answer

I had upper and lower bleph and temple lift 8 days ago. The lower appears to be fat repositioned that is worse than it was. Will this go away and...
1 week post-op fat normal swelling under eyes

Persistent Ptosis Repair Swelling (Almost 7 Months) 1 answer

I had levator resection for 2 mm congenital ptosis(left eye) six months ago but still no lift in eyelid height, instead swelling continues to this...
male ptosis swelling

Swelling and Hardening of Epicanthal Corner 1 Month After Epicanthoplasty 1 answer

Dear Surgeons, I have epicanthoplasty 1 month ago. The swelling and hardening on one eye never subsides, infact it kinda worsens, despite popping down...
harden swelling

When Do You See Full Results from Mullerectomy? 1 answer

I had a mullerectomy to correct a subtle ptosis done last week and am approaching my suture removal. Doc said he removed 9mm of muscle. I don't...
mullerectomy results

Medial Epicanthoplasty Scar Is Still White and Raised 3 Months Post Op- Is This Normal? (photo) 1 answer

I did medial epicanthoplasty on 6 oct 2011, it's nearly 3 months now, the scar has turned white, but it is still very obvious and hypertropic...
3 months post-op epicanthal folds hypertrophic permanent scar white

Blepharoplasty Incisions Open at 16 Days 1 answer

I'm 54, and had Blepharoplasty surgery 16 days ago (and also 15 yrs ago). One lower incision opened the night after surgery, then stitches failed/...
age 45-54 incision

Tiny Pupils After Blepharoplasty 1 answer

I had upper blepharoplasty 8 days ago now. I understand that the swelling is normal and can last months. My problemis that my pupils are tiny at...
eyelids

Did Lower Eyelid Surgery Cause Vision Change and Dry Eyes? 1 answer

Subciliary lower Eyelid to Remove Fat with Bilateral Orbicularis Plication and Lift. I'm a 45yrs old Male. The Doctor said i needed this to smooth...
6 months post-op age 45-54 dry eyes male vision

10 Months Post-op Blepharoplasty - Deep Groove Under Eye 1 answer

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery 10 months ago and am disappointed with the results as I have now got a deep groove about half an inch under my...
bad deep fat groove under eyes

Blurry Vision After Double Eyelid Surgery 1 answer

Vision still blurry at 8 weeks post op. Light sensitivity, eye pain and dry eye. Right eye feels like there is something in it. Astigmatism inc from...
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How Long Should I Wait to Fix Lower Eyelid Drooping After Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

Can drooping of the lower eyelid be repaired as a result of recent upper & lower eyelid  surgery? I am a 65 year old woman. I had upper and...
age 65-74 droopy female

Corners of Eyes and Eyebrows Pulled Down 1 answer

Also, my lower lids are pulled down. I was going to have my under eye area tweaked 3 years ago, but didn't commit to anything then. This past...
drop female under eyes

Is Forehead Ache After an Extensive Eyelid Revision Normal? 1 answer

I have extensive swelling from a external ptosis repair (levator advancement/resection) and just wondering, can this cause the forehead/scalp to ache...
forehead pain ptosis revision

Can a Drill Hole Canthoplasty Be Revised or Reversed? 1 answer

I had a drill hole canthoplasty with spacers due to 2 previous eyelid surgeries and deformed lateral angles. This surgery was by far the most...
reversal

Can Small Amount of Blood Be in Corner of Eye when Stitches in the Lower Lid Dissolve? 1 answer

When stitches on inside of lower lids start to dissolve, can drops of blood appear in corner of eye?
bleeding lower eyelids stitches

Revision Surgery for Uneven Eyes / Eyelids 1 answer

I have uneven eyes, 1 smaller than the other. I did surgery b4 try to make it even but ended with double eyelid instead because I did not understand...
eyes revision uneven

Eyelid Recovery 1 answer

I had laser blepharoplasty 8 weeks ago. One eye looks fine but the other is still swollen. After the op I had bumps remaining, which my surgeon said...
2 months post-op bumps cream swelling

Still Have Folds of Skin Under Eyes 30 Days After Eyelid Surgery 1 answer

When my eyes are at rest, they look OK, though not much improved from before. When I smile, I still get folds of skin under my eyes, not just wrinkle...

How Long Until You Can Close Eyes Without an Effort After Bilateral Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

Doctors, First, thank you all so much for participating in this forum. Your expertise is so appreciated. I had a bilateral bleph 10 days ago and I...
tightness

Stuck in a Dilemma - Eye Strain Caused by Ptosis 1 answer

I went in with a revision with my original surgeon but alas he told me after that he is very conservative in correcting ptosis. The reason I got the...
conservative eye strain problem ptosis revision

Ectropion After Lower Blepharoplasty 1 answer

I had lower blepharoplasty on May 25 and this is where I am today. The doctor IS an opthamologist and has been doing this surgery for 12 years. At...

I Think I Know the Answer to my Eyebrow Tension - Any Thoughts? 1 answer

After upper eyelid surgery (4 mo. ago) I had this strain-tension around or above my eyebrow (not in the eyelid area). However I researched my problem...
tension

Bumped Eye After Anchor Stitch Blepharoplasty- Have I Done Damage? 1 answer

I am six weeks post upper and lower blepharoplasty. The underye muscle has been anchored with a permanent stitch to the bone. Tonight I bumped my eye...
6 weeks post-op anchor bump damage stitches

What (And When) can Be Done to Fix Asymetrical Opening of Eyes/eyelids After Quad Bleph? 1 answer

My quad bleph was complicated with swelling, major chemosis and now delayed healing. At 12 weeks,I still have redness & scars extending past...
3 months post-op asymmetry revision

Post-Surgery 1 answer

Hello I'm 23yr old male and have been suffering from massive black puffy eye bags.After many analysis and many antibiotics I was recommended to do...
age 18-24 eyelids male

Who Can Fix Morphologically Prone Eyes? 1 answer

Eleven years ago I had ptosis surgery of the upper eyelids and endoscopic browlift to look fresher. By the way I have big myopia that was fixed with...
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Can Eyelid Surgery Strengthen Surrounding Muscles Around the Eye? 1 answer

Is it possible that my antagonist eyebrow muscles (or eyelid muscles for that matter) became stronger after double eyelid surgery? (or even ptosis...
eyes muscle

Non-Existent Crease a Few Years After Double Suture Technique 1 answer

Will i be able to fix my eyelids again when the crease disappears after a few years? can i remove the sutures in my eye and then go for the incisional...
crease sutures

Mishap After Blepharoplasty 1 answer

I had upper and lower bleph just over 3 weeks ago. While vacuuming the stairs I was kneeling on the top stair to do the landing and the attachment...
accident

Revision Surgery After Failed Mullerectomy 1 answer

I had mullerectomy about 4 weeks ago and the lid maintained a good height for about a week after op then drooped again to the before surgery position...
1 month post-op droopy mullerectomy not working revision

Eye Won't Shut Completely After Lower Blepharoplasty, Can This Be Fixed? 1 answer

I had a mid-facelift almost six months ago which included external incisions below the eyelids and canthopexy and now one eye does not shut completely...
6 months post-op blink canthopexy causes function options

Post-op Rhinoplasty, Chin Implant and Bleph - Will I Ever Get my Facial Expressions and Smile Back? 1 answer

I had a rhinoplasty, chin implant and my eyes done. I finally have my face expressions back but my smile is not the same anymore. Will I ever smile...
face facial feature smile

Non-incisional Technique to Raise Creases After Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery? 1 answer

I am two months out from a revision to lower my overly high creases. It was too successful and now I look like I have single eyelids. I know the lids...
crease lower revision

How often does Surgery for Droopy Eyelids Lead to the inability to Close Eyelids? 1 answer

Does having excess skin on the eyelid help when it comes to having a successful eyelid surgery? 
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Vacation After Upper/Lower Blepharoplasty 1 answer

Id like to go on vacation to Hawaii about 2 months after an upper/lower blef but I am afraid of the sun. Obviously I'll limit direct sun as much...
vacation

Could I Possibly Have Foreign Material in my Body After an Eyebrow Lift 23 Years Ago? 1 answer

I had an eyebrow lift about 23 years ago, and am wondering if there could be any type of mesh of plastic used that causing me problems. The problems...
20 years post-op material mesh

Surgery Options for Continual Bilateral Watery Eyes 1 answer

Acknowledging replys to my earlier question. It has been 12 months since last surgery. OP is reluctant for more-as all appears stable atm (L developed...
1 year post-op asymmetry options uncomfortable unhappy

Tightness in Eyelids Following Revision, What's The Cause? 1 answer

Hi, I had recent eyelid revision to lower my crease height (9mm incision to 5mm incision without any skin excision (new technique where the surgeon...
causes narrow revision tightness

After Surgery my Lower Lid is Droopier Than the Other Eye -its Only Three Days After Surgery-will It Get Better? 1 answer

After Surgery my Lower Lid is Droopier Than the Other Eye -its Only Three Days After Surgery-will It Get Better?
3 days post-op droopy eye final result uneven

Hard Palate Grafts and Watery Eyes, What's Wrong? 1 answer

Post a failed MFL I have bilateral lower HPG. The one in my R eye is in a different spot to the left due to initial failure to elevate lid. My left...
causes failure uneven water

After Lower Eyelid Surgery there are Strange Lumps under One Eye, What Would Cause that? (photo) 1 answer

Hi, year after a lower eyelid surgery, I am left with strange lumps under right eye and deep troughs under both eyes above which is a bulgy fat area....

Deep Scar and Bump 1-month Post-op Blepharoplasty

I had a lower blepharoplsty done a month ago. My left eye healed perfectly. My right eye has a deep scar, it also seems too low and doesn't follow...
bump deep eyelids female scar

Half of my Face is Numb After Lower Blepharoplasty

I had my lower blepharoplasty 10 days ago. I have huge bruises and swelling . But what worries me the most is the numbness of the face. The left part...
eyelids face numb

Uneven Swelling After Upper Blepharoplasty

I had upper blepharoplasty done 3 weeks ago and the swelling in my right eye has gone down considerably, but my left eye is just as swollen as it was...
swelling uneven

Is It Better to See an Ocuplastic Surgeon Who Has ASOPRS Behind His Name

I have had two surgeries for the upper and lower eyelids. Neither came out satisfactory. The shape of my eyes have changed. I would like to try one...
before eyes lower eyelids upper eyelids

How Long Does It Take for Skin Folds to Go Away After Upper Bleph?

3 weeks post op upper bleph, but the one eye that had more excessive skin still has an extra fold of skin. Will this go away? Could it still be...
folds skin upper eyelids

Eye Strain Associated with Ptosis?

The thing is, my ophtamologist thinks I have good levator function in my left eye, but when the eyes are relaxed/droopy, the left eye droops more than...
ptosis

Visible Scars on Lower Eyelid

My surgery was a year ago.The doctor used catgut stitches on my lower lids and now I have huge white scarring. I also have a thick dark discolored...
lower eyelids scar

Lump Under Eye After Lower Eyelid Surgery

I had a lower eye lift and a second surgery to fix a crease and a fat pocket that formed. It's been 6 months since the 2nd surgery and the crease...
lumps under eyes

Normal for Bruises to Appear Exactly Where Stitches Were Removed?

I went through an upper Blepharoplasty and an Epicanthoplasty on 8-28-10. It has been 2 weeks and 2 days. I had a partial incision where 3 stitches...
normal stitches

Why Do I Have a Bulge Under One Eye After Eyelid Surgery?

I had an upper and lower eye lift with Restylane injections in my cheeks. After healing my left eye had a bulge under it. My doctor did an in office...
under eyes

Unusual Scarring After Upper Eyelid Surgery

I had upper eyelid surgery less than two weeks ago. One eye is perfect with the incision along the eyelid extending to the crow's feet. The other...
upper eyelids

Irritation in Left Eye 4 Weeks After Lower Bleph

I had a lower Bleph done 4 weeks ago and am experiencing conjunctival swelling and a feeling of something in my eye. This is happening in the outer...
eyes irritation lower eyelids

How Long Should You Wait After Blepharoplasty to Use Scar Treatment?

Like Scarguard?
scar

Lump After Fat Removed from Under Eye

Have lump that feels hard after lower eye fat excision
lumps under eyes

I Had Lower Blepharoplasty Done 8 Days Ago with Rhino-septoplasty.

Everything has been great except my right eye has a swelling that bulges out of the lower lid. If you pull my lower lid out, it doesn't look like...
eyelids nose swelling

Post-op Upper Eyelid Surgery - Oozing

I had upper eyelid surgery yesterday morning. The stitches in one eye are still oozing.  I have been faithfully doing the ice cold gauze pad...
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Lower Eye Lift and Fat Grafting

Almost three weeks ago i got a lower eye lift and fat grafting of lower eyelids and i notice that the left eye is a lot smoother than the right eye....
lower eyelids smooth

How Long Will Incisions Stay Red After a Eye Pinch?

incision under eyes

Severe Lower Lid Retraction After a Midface and Lower Blepharoplasty

I had a midface and a lower blepharoplasty 5 months ago. My left midcheek fell and my other eyes is not closing .I feel a tearing pain on my right eye...
retraction uneven

Eyelid Surgeon for Revision in Central Florida?

Had plastic surgery upper and lower lids 6-9-10 I have ectropin both eyes. I do not have a picture but they are not turned. They do not fit close to...
doctor referral revision

Why Does my Brow Not Move After Having Eyelid Surgery?

Had eye lid surgery 3 weeks ago. One of my eye lids are still swollen and noticed today when looking in the mirror and moving my brows up the lid...

Stitches Have Come Away and Look Ragged After Lower Blepharoplasty?

This is only on one side. So now one eye looks sharply defined while the other looks to have a small gap and uneven in the corner as it's not...
sutures

Lower Blepharoplasty Complication After 5 Months, Is a Revision Recommended?

I had a lower bleph 5 months ago. I had an incision under the eye and fat removed. One eye is perfect the other is left larger and I have a small...
5 months post-op canthopexy canthoplasty complication uneven

How Long Until I Can Return to Kickboxing? 1 Months Post Eyelid Surgery. (photo)

My bleph was completed one month and one day ago. The swelling is still present, quite substantially over one eye. I am keen to get back to...
1 month post-op kickboxing swelling timing
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