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Eylid Surgery Can Cause Serious Permanent Effects - San Francisco, CA

Orange County3385

Not Worth It
Cost: $3
San Francisco

I had eylid surgery 6 years ago and was recently...

10 Feb 2011

I had eylid surgery 6 years ago and was recently diagnosed with Lagophthalmos which is a condition of the eylids not completely closing. This is a very serious condition and can lead to loss of vision. Unless you have loss of vision due to overhanging lids don't do it.

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Cut eyelids too much.

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Sharon at RealSelf (Community Manager) 11 Feb 2011

I'm really sorry for what you've been though. Is Lagophthalmos caused by removing too much eyelid skin?

Orange County3385 11 Feb 2011

Yes, I also had my lower eyes done and that was a tortue of recovery. But I believe the problem comes from the eyelids being to short and not closing all the way. I just ordered a dry eye kit to protect my eyes while sleeping and special glasses called moisture chambers. I am beside myself and can use a few prayers. I will never do another cosmetic procedure and grow old gracefully. My husband loves me either way. I did it for myself to feel better since I sing and like to perform.