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Sunken eye following orbital trauma. Do you think it's plausible to correct at this point? (Photo)

vf94Sep 11, 2015
Hi, several weeks ago I sustained an orbital fracture around my right eye. I haven't had any type of correction yet and functionally my eye is good. I'm concerned about aesthetic changes. My eyes are now noticeably asymmetrical. I've included photos, but it's difficult for me to fully capture with my smartphone camera. I estimate posterior and/or inferior displacement by at least a couple of millimeters. Do you think it's plausible to correct at this point? Thank you for your time.

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Dr. Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS
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Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS

It is best that you obtain in person consultation with an oculoplastic specialist to evaluate cause of the problem  (enopthalmos) and discuss treatment options.  Treatment is definitely possible.

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Karan Dhir, MD

It must be difficult for you to navigate through this unfortunate incident.  I recommend a consultation to evaluate the type of injury whether muscular or nerve injury, possible nerve testing to help better understand the long-term prognosis and possibly CT imaging if necessary....

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William Townley, MD, FRCS(Plast)

Hi there. Sorry to hear about your trauma - injuries to the eye socket are terrifying. Enophthalmos can occur after orbital floor fractures - whether they are repaired or not! It is a result of decreased tissue in the eye socket and in fractures is a result of tissue falling through the orbital...

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Vivek Bansal, MD

Thank you for your question. If the fracture is not displaced, closely approximated, it will heal fine. If it is displaced, you may need surgery and internal reduction and fixation to achieve optimal healing. I hope this helps!

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