I still have scars under my eyes and corner of one eye two years after a bad Blepharoplasty. I also have circles and puffiness under my eyes, and I look tired because of these. What options do I have to correct or address these problems? Should I go back to my old doctor or should I consult a new one?
Answer: You need specialized care. Dear Scareyes Repairing eyelid surgery is a highly specialized practice. There are only a handful of us in the world with practices dedicated to fixing problematic eyelid surgery. You are welcome to look at my website: www.lidlift.com/fixing/. This contains specific examples of how we approach the repair of cometic eyelid surgeries that are unsatisfactory. Depending on how severe your issue is, it is worth making the trip out to consult to learn your options. What will need to be done very much depends on the actual details of how your eyelids have been damaged by your prior blepharoplasty. The website has a lot of content regarding these issues and it is a very good place to start. The bottom line is that there is a lot that can be done to help restore your appearance.
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Answer: You need specialized care. Dear Scareyes Repairing eyelid surgery is a highly specialized practice. There are only a handful of us in the world with practices dedicated to fixing problematic eyelid surgery. You are welcome to look at my website: www.lidlift.com/fixing/. This contains specific examples of how we approach the repair of cometic eyelid surgeries that are unsatisfactory. Depending on how severe your issue is, it is worth making the trip out to consult to learn your options. What will need to be done very much depends on the actual details of how your eyelids have been damaged by your prior blepharoplasty. The website has a lot of content regarding these issues and it is a very good place to start. The bottom line is that there is a lot that can be done to help restore your appearance.
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March 25, 2009
Answer: Options vary and consultation is best way to proceed Whether or not your result is "bad" or if you have just unfortunately developed side effects of the surgery should be examined. If it is not a bad result but a result you are unhappy with that has the likelihood of converting into a good result that you are happy with, this should be considered in consultation with someone very experienced with blepharoplasty.
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March 25, 2009
Answer: Options vary and consultation is best way to proceed Whether or not your result is "bad" or if you have just unfortunately developed side effects of the surgery should be examined. If it is not a bad result but a result you are unhappy with that has the likelihood of converting into a good result that you are happy with, this should be considered in consultation with someone very experienced with blepharoplasty.
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March 4, 2009
Answer: Revision Blepharoplasty I don't have photographs of your eyes so it is difficult to give you specific advice. That being said, it sounds like your surgeon performed a traditional lower blepharoplasty and may have been too aggressive in removing skin. There has been a paradigm shift in Lower Eyelid Surgery over the last 10 years. The trend is toward conservation of the lower eyelid skin, preservation or repositioning of of lower orbital fat and filling the tear trough with micro fat grafting. I would recommend that you seek consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon comfortable with revision lower blepharoplasty. The corrections will depend on how much skin was removed, how much lateral canthal support is necessary and how the lower orbital fat was removed or repositioned.
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March 4, 2009
Answer: Revision Blepharoplasty I don't have photographs of your eyes so it is difficult to give you specific advice. That being said, it sounds like your surgeon performed a traditional lower blepharoplasty and may have been too aggressive in removing skin. There has been a paradigm shift in Lower Eyelid Surgery over the last 10 years. The trend is toward conservation of the lower eyelid skin, preservation or repositioning of of lower orbital fat and filling the tear trough with micro fat grafting. I would recommend that you seek consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon comfortable with revision lower blepharoplasty. The corrections will depend on how much skin was removed, how much lateral canthal support is necessary and how the lower orbital fat was removed or repositioned.
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March 3, 2009
Answer: Revision Lower Blepharoplasty Requires Expertise It is not easy to recommend what exactly needs to be done in your case but here are a couple of ideas. Secondary lower blepharoplasty commonly requires some lid tightening (canthoplasty or canthopexy) in order to prevent droopiness (ectropion). Scar removal/improvement requires another incision under the lid lashes (skin/muscle flap approach); likely with canthoplasty or -pexy. Most patients benefit from filling the tear trough area rather than further fat removal. This can be effectively doen with fat grafting. Sometimes, conservative fat removal from isolated "pockets" is helpful. It is commonly a good idea to see your original surgeon in follow up. You will certainly not regret seeking another opinion before going ahead with secondary blepharoplasty.
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March 3, 2009
Answer: Revision Lower Blepharoplasty Requires Expertise It is not easy to recommend what exactly needs to be done in your case but here are a couple of ideas. Secondary lower blepharoplasty commonly requires some lid tightening (canthoplasty or canthopexy) in order to prevent droopiness (ectropion). Scar removal/improvement requires another incision under the lid lashes (skin/muscle flap approach); likely with canthoplasty or -pexy. Most patients benefit from filling the tear trough area rather than further fat removal. This can be effectively doen with fat grafting. Sometimes, conservative fat removal from isolated "pockets" is helpful. It is commonly a good idea to see your original surgeon in follow up. You will certainly not regret seeking another opinion before going ahead with secondary blepharoplasty.
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Answer: Options for Correcting Bad Blepharoplasty There are many options for correcting bad blepharoplasty. However, blepharoplasty correction requires specialized training and experience. Be certain to look at many, many photos and to carefully check the credentials of your plastic surgeon.Whether or not to continue with your plastic surgeon depends upon whether or not you still have confidence in your surgeon. It is important to discuss your concerns. It is possible that your plastic surgeon might be right for you. If you elect to find a new plastic surgeon you will need your compete medical records including all pre and post operative photos to help a new plastic surgeon with a surgical plan.
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Answer: Options for Correcting Bad Blepharoplasty There are many options for correcting bad blepharoplasty. However, blepharoplasty correction requires specialized training and experience. Be certain to look at many, many photos and to carefully check the credentials of your plastic surgeon.Whether or not to continue with your plastic surgeon depends upon whether or not you still have confidence in your surgeon. It is important to discuss your concerns. It is possible that your plastic surgeon might be right for you. If you elect to find a new plastic surgeon you will need your compete medical records including all pre and post operative photos to help a new plastic surgeon with a surgical plan.
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