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What can be done when too much fat was taken out above the eyes and below the eyes?

What can be done when too much fat was taken out above the eyes and below the eyes? Is there a more permanent procedure than fillers? If not, what is the best filler? I've just turned 50 and my surgery is 1.5 years old and I guess the swelling has only now just completely diminished because my eyes look completely different. They literally look smaller. I've always had big eyes, so I'm not sure how fat makes your eyes appear bigger? Anyway, my eyes are also stinging and it feels like the area behind my eyes has become very dry. I wake up with very dry eyes and it takes awhile to be able to see clearly in the morning. Also, my eyes now get tired out. Are there surgeons who would specialize in this in the Kansas City area?

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by jean1962 in kansas city

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Revision Eyelid Surgery

There are several factors which contribute to the changed appearance of your eyes. I perform revision eyelid surgery in New York routinely for patients who are unhappy with results from other doctors. Specializing in oculofacial eyelid surgery in NYC, I can share with you the importance of properly performed primary surgery. When revision work is necessary the "golden rule" is to restore the anatomy so that the eyelids look good and function well to protect the eye. You may have exposure of... more

Fillers and fat grafting are your best options to reverse a blepharoplasty that removed too much fat

Unfortunately this is a common problem in patients that had over aggressive fat excision during a blepharoplasty. As our knowledge of aging has improved, I believe that fat conserving or repositioning is the technique for the best long term results. What you are describing is hallowing around the eyes. This can be improved by placing a filler around the eye to replenish the lost volume from your surgery. I prefer to use Restylane in this area. Restylane... more

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