Mechanical Ptosis After Eyelid Surgery

Does mechanical ptosis always occur after eyelid surgery? In which some of the pupil is being blocked because of edema of the eyelid crease? How many millimeters should I expect the crease to go higher (so that it does not block my pupil) in normal cases?

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Eyelid ptosis after blepharoplasty

It is possible to experience swelling of the eyelid after upper eyelid surgery, and this resolves with time. Any interference with vision after blepharoplasty needs to be discussed with and evaluated by your plastic surgeon.

Eyelid surgery & ptosis

There are many things that can cause an eyelid to droop or be ptotic. It is very common to have swelling for a few days to a few weeks after lid surgery. That said, it is uncommon to have significant "mechanical ptosis" afterwards. Certainly one needs to wait for swelling to resolve before doing anything. It is most important to follow up with your surgeon and discuss your concerns. But be patient as swelling will go away.

Eyelid Saagging (Ptosis) after Surgery

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Swelling after upper eyelid surgery

You should certainly expect some swelling after upper eyelid surgery, whether there was only skin removed, or skin and muscle. If you are only a few days out from your surgery, I'm not surprised you have mechanical ptosis from the swelling. Your best bet would be to ask your own surgeon about her impression at this point in your recovery. I'm sure she wants the best outcome possible and would give you good advice.