The drooping of the lower eyelid after blepharoplasty is called an ectropion. The fact that your eyelid is still drooping after one attempt at revision is a serious concern. The eyelid position must be corrected to protect the eye. This may require a complex reconstructive lower eyelid procedure. Such a... more













109 posts
5 Jan 2009
I'm sorry to hear that you are having difficulty with your lower eyelid after the surgery. Unfortunately ectropion (pulling away and down of your eyelid) is the most common complication after lower eyelid surgery. It also sounds like your doctor tried to repair with a lateral canthoplasty procedure (used to tighten back up the eyelid). However, if even that isn't working and your eye itself is starting to be affected I would recommend seeking a surgeon (Oculoplastic, Facial Plastic, Plastic Surgeon) who has extensive experience in the lower eyelid/midface junction. It may be secondary to excessive scarring/lack of sufficient anterior lamella (lower eyelid skin) that is causing your problems. If so, it will likely need revisional surgery unless it is quite mild and will slowly improve. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery.