Double Eyelid Surgery and Loss of Function?

asked 1 year ago by Alhambra333 in Rosemead, CA
Latest answer by C. Bob Basu, MD
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is there any loss of eyelid function after Double eyelid surgery or do they have the same function(s) and movement as before the surgery?

10 answers to Double Eyelid Surgery and Loss of Function?

Asian eyelid surgery and function

There should be no functional loss after asian eyelid surgery. Techniques to create the eyelid fold are cosmetic procedures that should have no functional sequealae.

C. Bob Basu, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

No loss of function to double eyelid surgery

There is no functional sequelae from receiving an Asian Blepharoplasty (double eyelid surgery). The mechanics of blinking should not be affected assuming the procedure is done properly and no too much skin is removed in the incisional technique or there is not too much tension with the non-incisional technique.

George Min, MD
Kirkland Plastic Surgeon

No loss of eyelid function after double eyelid surgery

When performed correctly, there is no loss of eyelid function after eyelid surgery. Movement is the same except with the double eyelid procedure, where more of a crease is formed rather than a single eyelid.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Often function is improved

The double eyelid operation often works to OPEN the eyes wider, besides giving the impression of a more open eye. You can see that in many before-and-after photos in a well-done double eyelid operation.

Jeffrey Schiller, MD
New York Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.beautifuleyes.com

Eyelid surgery should not alter eyelid function

Eyelid surgery, especially when done for purely cosmetic purposes should not alter eyelid function. It is normal to have some temporary changes in the immediate post operative period. But they should all go away in time.

Ebby Elahi, M.D.
New York Oculoplastic Surgeon

Asian eyelid procedure should not affect eyelid function

Dear Alhambra333, The Asian eyelid procedure should not affect eyelid function. The procedure is done near the lid margin, and it involves the creation of attachments from the lid skin to the underlying tissues which are involved in opening the eye. Once these attachments are created, a crease will be seen whenever the eye opens. It is the attention to detail when creating the attachment that will ensure a proper height, symmetry, and shape of the crease. As long... more

Lawrence Tong, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

If done correctly there should be no loss of function of your eye after Asian Double Eyelid Surgery

If done correctly there should be no loss of function of your eye after Asian Double Eyelid Surgery. There are very important functional things in your eye that are manipulated during the creation of the Asian double eyelid crease. It is quite a bit more complicated than when doing a blepharoplasty for other cosmetic reasons, such as for extra skin and tissue. Almost anything could happen if your surgeon is not careful from eyesight function to eyelid opening function. You... more

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Eyelid function should not change with Asian Eyelid Surgery

The eyelid has two main functions: 1) closure to protect the eye, 2) elevation out of the visual axis to allow sight. Properly performed double lid crease surgery or Asian eyelid surgery should not compromise these two functions.

Carlo Rob Bernardino, MD
Monterey Oculoplastic Surgeon

Loss function after doublid surgery

When performed properly there should be no loss of funtion of the upperlids . The main function of upper lid is closing and blinking.An improperly performed procedure with damage to the levator muscle may result in drooping of the lid. You should discuss with your surgeon all the potential complications before the surgery.

Zain Kadri, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Asian eyelid surgery and lid function.

The primary function of the eyelids is too protect the eyes. It provides mechanical protection as well as lubrication for the cornea. Any eyelids surgery must minimize any risk of interfering with the protective function of the eyelids. The eyelids must fully close and continue to produce the mucous and oils necessary to protect the tear film and the cornea. It is common to have dry eyes, temporarily, for a short time after surgery, but once resolved, eyelid function should return to... more