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Fat grafting on upper eyelids, however, eyes are still swelling and I can't open my eyes naturally and completely? (photo)

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CatherinektmsAug 30, 2017

I did fat grasp on my upper eyeslid 6 weeks ago. I feel like my eyelids is blocking my eyes to open naturally/completely. I also notice that my lids have double lines. I am very worried that this will stay permanently. Will it recover?

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