6 weeks after lower eyelid surgery and i still have bags, and skin? (photo)

November 24 2012 I had lower eyelid surgery Transcutaneous Lowerlid Blepharoplasty: Pictures are pre/post to date .December 29th I went back to my PS and he performed Carbomed Carbossi Terapia . I do not know if I have marla bags, festoons, more skin that needs to be taken or what? I have been hiding in my house sinking deeper in depression from having this surgery.Most darkness from the lower eyelids are from a vitamin c eye cream which contained Retinol. It was too strong and burned the skin.

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Treating hyperpigmentation & swelling after eyelid surgery

I have developed a lot of experience in what to anticipate in an African-American skin type after many years of practice. In an article that I wrote called “Ethnic Considerations in Eyelid Surgery”, I emphasized that what you are experiencing is actually a common issue with people who have darker skin. First of all, you should be aware that anyone with pigment will turn dark almost consistently after eyelid surgery. After the surgeon has removed the eye bags, the area may become dark... more

6 Weeks after Lower Eyelid Surgery

At the very least you need canthopexy or canthoplasty, but it is a bit difficult to tell without an exam.

Blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) for Malar Festoons

It appears that you do have some malar festoons pre operatively as well as some excessive canthal show (a lot of white portion of eye visible near the corner closest to the cheek). Festoons can be difficult to treat and they are certainly not treated with a transcutaneous (through the inside of the eyelid) approach. This approach is best for patients with a good bit of fat and not much excess skin. I do not even know what Carbomed Carbossi Terapia treatments are. It is certainly not a... more