It's been about 3 months since I had a lower blepharoplasty done. I've noticed how my eyes, especially my left eye looks much smaller and blunted. I'm aware I'm still in the healing phase but I was wondering if this is canthal webbing, and if so how soon can it be corrected? (Sorry do not have before photo) upper lid on same eye is also drooping.
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It is very unlikely that insurance will cover under eye bags, malar mounds or festoons. They typically are considered cosmetic and nit medically necessary. Best regards.
Asymmetry of eyes after surgeryRecovery time after eyelid surgery varies
greatly between individuals. The upper eyelids heal very quickly but complete
healing of the lower eyelids can take six weeks if the muscle and fat are
treated.
Swelling, discoloration, and some bruising are
to be expected...
Dear ZIIISH,
Thank you for your clinical
post. Symmetry between corresponding
body parts is never perfect. No two
ears, no two breasts, no two hands and no two feet are exactly the same. You have the expected degree of subtle
asymmetry between the eyes and the orbital anatomy. Your left eye...