Eyelid Surgery Risks

What are the risks of upper eyelid surgery?

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Under Eye Wrinkle Treatment with Blepharoplasty

I am scheduled for an upper Blephroplasty . For under my under eye wrinkle, what would be most effective and longer-lasting treatment? Will TCA Peel...

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How Do I Get Rid of Upper Eyelid Fat?

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Persistent Puffy Eyes After Blepharoplasty, TCA Peel and Tightening

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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Might a Non Surgical Procedure Improve my Upper Eyelids?

Hello, I am 27 and I have found in the last few years that eyelids, particularly the right one (in the picture)have drooped a bit. I would prefer...

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How to Fix Hollow Upper Eyelids After Blepharoplasty?

Hi. I had upper Blepharoplasty surgery back in Jan 08. The dr was supposed to just make my right eye look more symmetrical to my left. Instead, he...

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Eyelid Surgery to Correct Protruding Lacrimal Gland?

My upper eyelids are laxed and lacrimal gland is presently showing. I haven't gotten the surgery yet. I'm just trying to get a little insight on it...

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Upper Blepharoplasty Despite Severe Dry Eyes?

I'm a 32 year-old male suffering from severe dry eyes, but I want to get upper Blepharoplasty done to correct very droopy lids. Is there any way this...

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Upper Blepharoplasty or Brow Lift for Heavy Eyelids?

I am 30 with heavy eyelids. There is no fat, just excess skin. I am wondering whether I am a candidate for an upper Blepharoplasty or a Brow Lift. I...

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Fat Vs Skin Grafting for Hollow Eyes After Blepharoplasty?

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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Are Oculoplastic Surgeons Better at Fat Transfer?

I am 36, Asian, and have a hollow left upper eyelid as a result of a "failed" Blepharoplasty. I'm looking up fat grafting to correct this,...

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Upper Eyelid Scarring - Possible Revision / Treatment?

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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How Long Does an Upper Eyelid Surgery Usually Take?

The doctor who is going to do my upper Blepharoplasty said that the procedure will take about 1 1/2 to 3 hours, and he is going to use a local. Is...

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Upper Blepharoplasty Candidate?

Hi, I am a 26 yr old who always seems to have puffy eyes. I have considered Blepharoplasty in the past and am now considering it again. I used to...

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Upper Blepharoplasty After Botox Brow Lifts?

Hi! I am 31 year old female and my upper eyelids have been getting lower. I could see the eyelids in pictures taken about 7 years ago but not anymore....

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Upper Eyelids Too Hollow After Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift

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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How Does the Recovery for Eyelid Ptosis Compare to That of Blepharoplasty?

I've had upper and lower blepharoplasty, so I'm somewhat familiar with that recovery period. How does repair of ptosis for one eye only,...

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Too Much Skin Removed After Blepharoplasty

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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Can Excess Skin Between Brows After Eyelid Surgery Be Resolved?

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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Eyelid Hollowness After Upper / Lower Blepharoplasty

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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Sutures Not Dissolving on Upper Eyelids?

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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Options for Correcting Permanent Puffy Eyelids and Bulging Eyes?

I'm 28 year old male. I had severe eye allergy from the age of 9 up to 18, then it calmed down during that time. There was too much rubbing on my...

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Bumpy Scars After Eyelid Surgery

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. ...

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

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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Stretch Eyelid Skin Possible After an Aggressive Surgery?

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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Normal for Eyelids to Be Still Droopy 3 Weeks After Blepharoplasty?

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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Will Upper Eyelid Surgery Change Shape of the Eyes?

I'm afraid that having upper Eyelid surgery will change the look of my eyes, specifically the shape. For example, I don't want round looking eyes.

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Why Did my Doctor Use Steri Strips on Top of my Upper Eyelid Stitches?

The strips are now really dry and tight, is it okay to put an ointment on them/

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How Long Will Blepharoplasty Scars and Area Be Numb?

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

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...

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Extended Cuts Normal After Eyelid Surgery?

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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Visible Upper Eyelids and Unhappy w/ Eye Profile - Can I Change This?

I'm 20 years old, and I really don't like the way my eyes are. I don't like that the skin of my upper eyelids is visible and I don't...

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Loss of Eyelashes After Eyelid Surgery?

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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How Much Would an In-office Upper Eyelid Procedure Cost?

I am a 55 year old female and my upper eyelids seem to have disappeared! I am considering the procedure as an in-office one in order to save on op...

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Is This Ptosis? And is It Fixable Without Surgery?

I can't really figure out if the problem with my eyelid is caused by my lazy eye (although I had surgery to correct that when I was younger) or...

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Treatment to Lighten Eyelids After Eyelid Surgery?

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...

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What Does Webbing Following Upper Eyelid Surgery Look Like?

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Will Swelling from Allergies Harm Eyelid Surgery Healing?

I am going to get the upper blepharoplasty done. My doctor is going to stitch under the skin. After a couple weeks, if my eyes swell due to...

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At What Point Does Insurance Generally Pay for Eyelid Ptosis Repair?

My lid just keeps on drooping. Already did standard upper and lower bleph surgery (w/ Kaiser), which helped for a couple of years. There is a clear...

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Eyes Are Smaller After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty

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...

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Is There an Age Requirement for Blepharoplasty?

I am in my early twenties and have a little access fat in my upper eyelid area. I would love to have actual eyelids (the extra fat/skin blocks half of...

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How Common Are Long-Term Effects of Blepharoplasty - Especially Sunken Eyes?

I am 53 and planning lower and upper blepharoplasty in a couple of months. My concern is that in the years to come my eyes will look hollow, skull...

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Blepharoplasty Scars?

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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Above Vs Under Eyelid Stitches for Upper Blepharoplasty?

On Upper Blepharoplasty, is it better for stitches to be above or under eyelid? I am considering having my upper eyelid skin removed. Is it better to...

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How Well Does Scar Tissue on Upper Eyelid Heal?

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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Third Blepharoplasty or Fat Grafting for Hollow Eyelid?

I've had 2 Blepharoplasty surgeries, and the last one didn't correct the hollowness. I fear a 3rd surgery may affect muscle function and cause ptosis....

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Blurred Vision Post-op Eyelid Surgery

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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Upper Blepharoplasty - Lingering Adverse Effects on Cheeks

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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Blepharoplasty Left Me with Hollow Eyes (Upper & Lower). L.A. Doctor Recommendations?

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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Blood Pooling Under Eye 2 Weeks Post-Blepharoplasty

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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Who Should Do my Blepharoplasty Revision?

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,...

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

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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Do I Have Ptosis?

A few months ago I noticed that my left eyelid was lower than the right one. I didn't think much of it a first and hoped it would go away on...

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How Would Blepharoplasty Affect Thin Face?

I had my upper & lower eyelids done 9 yrs. ago. I am now looking at neck and facial surgery at the age of 61. I feel that a brow lift would...

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Is Skin Removed During Ptosis Repair?

In a levator approach/resection (ptosis repairs) is any skin removed? or none at all

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What to Do About Hollow Eyes After Blepharoplasty?

I had blepharoplasty on both upper and lower eyelids. The right eye had a slight ectropion which is a lot better than it was (almost 100%). My eyes...

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Best Specialist for Ptosis Repair?

Hi doctors. I suspect I have a ptosis because I find my eyelids constantly straining to stay open (similar to constant stretching of a muscle) and...

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Ethnic Upper Blepharoplasty for Younger Patients?

Hi, I'm a 25-year-old female who wants to get upper eyelid surgery because I have excess skin. I've read on some sites that I am too young so I want...

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Big Eyelids 6 Weeks After Revision Ptosis Surgery

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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Blephroplasty Recovery and Results

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

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...

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

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...

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Post-op Upper Blepharoplasty - Will I Ever Be Able to Look Up Normally Again?

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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31 Too Young for Upper Eyelid Surgery?

Hi, I'm 31 years old and feel that my upper eyelids are already sagging, making me look tired and old... It runs in my family - my mother has a...

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Red/Purple Under Eyes - Normal After Upper Bleph?

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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Medial Loose Pouch of Skin After Upper Blepharoplasty

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...

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Ptosis Correction

I began noticing my right eyelid droops&is bigger than my left eye. I've read a lot&I know often ptosis isnt insured. My ENTIRE life my...

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Will I Need Additional Surgeries to Correct my Bad Surgery in Thailand?

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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I Have Asymmetrical Eyelids. Can This Be Fixed?

I have asymmetrical eyes, one eye is larger than the other. However, the one thing that bothers me the most is my eyelids. My right eyelid crease...

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Am I a Candidate for an Upper Blepharoplasty?

I feel like my eyes could be more attractive if I reduced the heaviness of my upper eyelids (I also want to reduce the hollowness under my eyes with...

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Risk of Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty for Keloid Prone Skin?

Hi, I have "keloid prone skin" and I was wondering what would happen if I get the incisonal upper eyelid blepharoplasty??? I have one uneven...

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

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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Eyelid Surgery (Upper) at 28 - How Long Will Results Last?

I just turned 28 and have very droopy upper eyelids already. I'm wondering how long eyelid surgery will last? Basically, is it worth it to hold...

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Could I Have a Revision Eyelid Lift?

A yr ago I had upper eyelid surgery. Before surgery, the dr. showed me where my lid would be & told me his incisions would line up with my new lid...

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Is Anchor Blepharoplasty Considered an Effective an Safe Option for Excess Upper Eyelid Fat and Skin?

Hi, I am considering getting surgery in Malaysia, by a surgeon who's results I have seen on a patient who recieved upper and lower blepaharoplasty...

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Blepharoplasty Revisions for Hollow Upper Eyelids

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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Changing Eyelid Crease Help Lagophthalmos After Blepharoplasty?

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...

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Am I a Candidate for Upper Lid Blepharoplasty?

I really want my upper lids done, but someone told me that I might not be able to close my eyes if I do. So I was wondering if I am a candidate for...

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Would Medial Epicanthoplasty Help Me?

Added picture of front view. I think skin covers part of tear troughs and uper eyelids cover some white space on inside part, making me appear...

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Feels Like Dust or Sand in Eye After Upper Eyelid Surgery

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...

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Type of Crease in Upper Blepharoplasty?

Hi, I'm considering upper blephroplasty, but concerned about looking like Cher...high crease. I've always had fullness in my lid area above my...

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Extremely Sensitive Eyes Post- Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty

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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Can an Overly High Eyelid Crease Cause Fatigue in the Eyelid Lifting Muscle?

When I raise my eyebrows,the eyelid crease is a total of 7-8 mm. When at rest, the skin/fat drapes over the eyelid crease making it look about 3-4 mm....

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Can't Close Eyes After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty

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...

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Muscle Damage Due to Blepharoplasty - Can It Be Repaired?

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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Non-Symmetrical Eyelids

Hello.. My eyes are asymmetrical like the photo. below the eyebrows in the right picture, lose fat and now sunk. I think a fill is necessary to...

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Black Lump Under Incision After Upper Blepharoplasty (Double Eyelid), What Could this Be? (photo)

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...

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Tissue Graft for Inner Eyelid Scar Tissue?

Scarring inside the outer corners of my eyelids pulls the lids down, causing ptosis. I have dry eyes. I was told years ago that cutting the scar...

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What Can I Do About Drooping Upper Eyelids? (photo)

What Can I Do About Drooping Upper Eyelids?

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Possible to Do Blepharoplasty to Correct Old Stitches After Accident?

Hello doctor, i've an accident 21 days ago, my left eye upper eyelid get destroyed,, doctor who done stitching is general surgeon,, due to his...

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Oily Skin Around Eyes - will Laser Blepharoplasty Help?

I have a severly oily complexion around my eyes ( lower and upper lids ) .. I don't wear make up on cuz it simply streaks and i can't wear...

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Will the Changed Weight of Eyelids After Blepharoplasty Affect Vision?

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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Only One Upper Eyelid Drooping 8 Days After Blepharoplasty

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...

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Could This Be Ptosis?

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....

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How to Fix Botched Upper Eyelid Surgery?

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

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Can a "Pinch" Developed After Blepharoplasty Be Corrected?

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...

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The Type of Scar from Upper Blepharoplasty?

I know that some surgeons attach the levator muscle to tarsal plate(static), and some attach levator to skin(dynamic). some asian patients complain...

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Scars on the Incision from my Upper Bleph Are Getting Worse

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...

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Assymetry, Higher Scar After Upper Blepharoplasty

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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Other Eyelid Feels Heavy After Ptosis Repair on One Eye

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...

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8 Months After Upper Eyelid Surgery

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...

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

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...

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Asymmetry and Droopy Lower Lids After Blepharoplasty - Revision Options?

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...

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

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

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Will I Benefit from Blepharoplasy or a Less Evasive Surgery? (photo)

I have huge fat pockets above both of my upper lids. One eye is more pronounced than the other(cant remember which one lol). My eyes throw my entire...

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Massaging Techniches for Slanted Lower Lids After Upper/lower Bleph

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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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...

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How Can I Improve Upper Eyelid Hollowness? (photo)

Hello, what is potential of improving this area? I don´t have a normal amount of fat here (whole my life). I was thinking about fillers (Rest.,...

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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...

Can I Have Blepharoplaty in One Eye for Drooping Left Eye?

I have my left eye shorter than the right one.i feel my left eyebrow are falling down and is heavy. i want to have eyelid surgery but am afraid having...

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Poor Vision Caused By Extra Eyelid Skin?

Does the X Skin Above my Eyes Cause my Vision to Be Poor? Im over 60

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What if Anything, Can I Do About the Fat Pockets Above my Eyes? (photo)

Ok, I asked this once, but I think I should have been more clearer. I have these fat pockets above both my eyelids. One fat pocket is smaller and less...

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

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

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is a secondary procedure reasonable for upper bleph eyelid surgery scars?

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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Surgeon Accidentally Cut Levator Muscle During Bleph Revision

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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Recommendation for Blepharoplasty? (Photos)

I'm a 22-year-old male, and for some time I've felt embarrssed about my eyelids - they're both droopy, and the and they're also...

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Sagging Upper Eyelid, Age 29 - Alternatives to Eye Surgery?

I am 29 and i have one upper eyelid that sags it really bothers me as i can see the difference between the two . what are my options apart from eye...

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Can You Recommend a Good Oculoplastic Surgeon in the Metro Detroit Area?

Hello, I am 55 & have droopy lids, and mye eye doctor said perhaps an eyebrow lift would help too. I have very fair skin & scar easily. I am...

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How Soon Can You Have Eyelid Surgery Revision?

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. ...

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Post-op Bleph Abscess?

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...

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

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...

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Treatment Options for Congenital Ptosis (25 Yrs Old)

I saw 2 oculo surgeons on ptosis-left eye. I use my brows to open my eyes. 1st surgeon suggests a sling only on the left eye and said the right side...

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Eyelid Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty

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...

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Do I Have Eyelid Ptosis?

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...

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Ptosis / Lazy Eye, Am I a Candidate for Upper Eyelid Surgery? (photo)

One of my eyes is bigger/more open and slightly yellower than the other. I don't know if that is the reason that I appear to have ptosis or i...

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Double Eyelid Changed to Single Eyelid While I Slept. Permanent?

I slept for a long time 2 days ago and woke up with a single eyelid which was a double eyelids. It has been two days and my eyelid hasn't returned...

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Another Eyelid Surgery Immediately?

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....

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What is the Healing Process After Upper Eyelid Surgery?

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...

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How Soon After Lasek Surgery Should I Consider Unilateral Ptosis Surgery?

How soon after Lasek surgery should I consider unilateral ptosis surgery? I had severe astigmatism in one eye, I think caused by this congenital...

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My Upper Eyelids Are Always Puffy, Am I a Candidate for Upper Eyelid Surgery?

I work in IT,I live in San Diego,I have swollen eye lid issue.My eye lids get swollen preety easily since i work infront of computer monitor all day....

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Would Eyelid Height Worsen During Mullerectomy Recovery Period?

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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White Raised Eyelash Line 9 Months After Upper Blepharoplasty

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...

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Droopy Outer Corners of Lower Eyelids and Hollow Upper Eyelids

The outer corners of my lower eyelids droop and I would like them to be more elevated (slanted upwards) so there isn't as much scleral show. The...

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Can Both Upper and Lower Eyelids Be Done at the Same Time?

Can Both Upper and Lower Eyelids Be Done at the Same Time?

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Serious Asymmetry in Upper Eyelids After Blepharoplasty for Lash Ptosis. How to Repair?

Hello, I had a blepharoplasty operation on my two upper eyelids due to lash ptosis (my eyelashes were rubbing against my eye). After the operation my...

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

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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Why Would A Surgeon Be Reluctant to Perform Under Eyelid Surgery?

I have visited a plastic surgeon with a view to getting an upper and lower eyelift. The surgeon agrees that I would benefit from an upper lift but...

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Should I Do the Laser or the Surgery for my Droopy Upper Eyelids?

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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...

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I Have Had Lower Eyelid Surgery, 3wks Now and Still Red and Scarred, what Can I Do? (photo)

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...

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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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In a Double Eyelid Surgery Revision, Can the Crease Be Lowered?

I had eye surgery June 2010 and I wanted a very small crease. But, I feel like it is too large for my liking. I admit it is a lower crease compared to...

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Eyebrow and Eyelid Act As One After Upper Blepharoplasty

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

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,...

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Are There Nonsurgical Methods to Improve Slight Upper Eyelid Droop?

I'm in my mid-thirties and starting to get puffy, droopy upper eyelids, but I'm not ready to have surgery yet. What other methods are there to...

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Upper Eyelid Surgery Sutures Causing Irritation and Blurriness?

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...

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Blepharoplasty Incision Did Not Close Using Glue. Will it Leave a Scar? (photo)

I have an open incision after upper lid blepharoplasty (2 weeks ago) over nearly the entire length of incision. Will this close at all or merely heal...

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Is 6500 Too Pricey for an Upper Asian Bleph in Chicago?

Just upper bleph- NOT lower bleph. Physician quoted me on 3500 (Standard bleph), 1500 upper eyelid fat removal and additional 1500 for...

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Naturally Puffy Upper Lids. What Can I Do? (photo)

I was born with naruarlly puffy upper lids, what can I do to improve that area with out looking like I had something done.

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1 Week After Upper Eyelid Surgery and Now my Eyes Appear to Be Pointed at the Top, Will this Go Away?

I had upper eyelid surgery a week ago and my eyeshape appears to be pointed at the top will this go away and what can be done for it

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Is It Okay to Go on a Cruise 5 Days After Upper Eye Lid Surgery?

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Sore Eyes 3 Weeks After Upper and Lower Bleph, Normal?

My eyes are sore 3 weeks after surgery. The scars are fading well and the whites of my eyes appear to have returned to normal but my eyes feel tight...

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Incision on One of my Eyes Has Slipped

I had an bilateral upper lid blepharoplasty done 5 days ago. My incision on one of my eye lids has slipped and my eye lid is drooping more than my...

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How Much Would an Eyelid Lift Cost on One Eye, the Upper Lid? (photo)

I have had ptosis on my left upper eyelid my whole life, I just so happen to be legally blind in the same eye. It wasn't as severe when I was...

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Is Double Vision After a Pentagonal Wedge Repair After Mohs of the Upper Eyelid Typical?

My upper eyelid was repaired after Mohs using a pentagonal wedge procedure. Since that time, I have experienced double vision. Can you refer me to any...

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Will Upper Eyelid Surgery Remove Pressure from Contacts?

I've worn contacts since age 40 (now 67) Vision gets fuzzy around 8 pm & never used to. I believe pressure of eyelids affecting contacts....

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