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Asymmetry and Droopy Lower Lids After Blepharoplasty - Revision Options?

asked 8 months ago by MyEyes in Southern US
Latest answer by Gary Lelli, Jr., MD
Question viewed 354 times
Tags: lower eyelids, upper eyelids, asymmetry, droopy, 4 years post-op, options, revision

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 ophthalmologist). I am trying to determine what would be the most appropriate procedure(s) to repair the asymmetry and droopy lower lids, that would have the greatest chance of success in correcting this very unattractive problem.

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

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Lower lid repair

Lower lid bleph is not to be taken casually as it is riskier than upper lid surgery. You should go to an experienced plastic surgeon or ophalmologist and will likely need a canthal tightening of the lids to elevate the sagging lower outer corners. This might make the eyes look narrower or Asian however so be sure that you understand this since you can always leave them alone as is.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Lower eyelid drooping post blepharoplasty

Hello, This 'bowing' of the lower eyelids can been seen after lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Depending on how much scarring is located in the eyelids, often the best option for improving this condition is a canthoplasty - or elevation and tightening of the lower eyelid. These surgeries can be tricky, so make sure to see someone with expertise in eyelid surgery. Good luck.
Gary Lelli, Jr., MD

New York Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Lower eyelid blepharoplasty

It appears that the lower eyelids have become out turned (ectropion) and pulled down (retracted) following your surgery. These are complications of lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Although some surgeons would recommend tightening of the lower eyelids(canthoplasty), this procedure when performed alone would likely not improve or may worsen your condition. In order to correct your lower eyelid appearance and position, both the front and back of the eyelid would need to be... more
Adam J. Cohen, MD

Skokie Oculoplastic Surgeon

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