Who should do my Blepharoplasty revision?

I am now 11 1/2 weeks post-quad Blepharoplasty. My doctor is now finally admitting that it may not change. The corner of my left eye is pulled down, and has been so since the day of surgery. I believe that it is in the way it was sewn. It is just the crease of the corner of my eye that is pulled down. My upperlids are uneven, also. For revision, should I go to a plastic surgeon or an opthmologist? I am scared to let the doctor who did this make an attempt with it again despite that it will be for free.

2 answers to “Who should do my Blepharoplasty...”

A: Revision eyelid surgery

By Nirav Savalia, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

You are correct in noting that there is a problem, and that something should be done. You should ask your doctor some frank questions regarding how often he/she has corrected with this type of problem, and whether he/she truly feels comfortable dealing with it. Out of a sense of responsibility to you,... more

A: Not just any plastic surgeon or ophthalmologist.

By Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD - Los Angeles Oculoplastic surgeon

Dear Daisy: Clearly you are having an issue. I will not pretend to be able to assess your needs without a personal consultation. But here is some practical advice. First an adverse outcome following an eyelid surgery does not mean that your doctor committed malpractice on you.... more

Comments

Mississippi
3 posts
14 May 2009

Daisy, I truly sympathize for you, to have this experience, and you are so young and still beautiful. As there are no dates on the posts, I was wondering if your eyes ever improved- until today I saw your latest pic-it looks better. I too received the result of one tall eyelid and one little one from a well-recommended surgeon. Have you found the name of a good opthalmic ps, or who is recommended? I live in MS. 05/14/2009