I wear contact lenses about two years ago. Then due to a heavy college workload I would wear them for extended periods of time (from about 7AM to 12AM). Suddenly I began to get horrible eye infections and when I went to see an eye doctor he told me that I had scarring on the edge of my cornea and recommended that I stop wearing contacts.
However, I am near-sighted in one eye and far-sighted in the other and wearing glasses for longer than 2-3 hours causes horrible migraines. I've gone to the ER countless times due to the severity of my migraines. When I returned for a follow up, the eye doctor stated that the reason I was so infection-prone was because my eyelids were very tight in the inner corners, causing my eyelashes to rub against my eyes, and when combined with the contacts, led to infection.
My eye doctor then recommended that when I turned 20 (which I am now), I should ask him to re-examine my eyes and he would refer me to a plastic surgeon for a double eyelid surgery. He stated that due to the nature of my condition, it was likely that my insurance would cover the costs. Do insurance companies commonly do this? I know I have excellent coverage so would this make a difference.
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March 1, 2009
Answer: You may get coverage for the functional, not cosmetic reasons.
Great question. I think we as doctors use confusing terminology. "Laser blepharoplasty" can be referring to many aspects of the surgery. It may be just laser treatment of the skin in addition to blepharoplasty or just use of a laser to make the incision. I would make sure you clarify exactly...
Laser resurfacing of the lower eyelid will significantly improve the fine wrinkles of the lower lid and and tighten the skin in this area. However, it will not treat the bulging fat, heavy bags, or dark circles under the eyes. Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) will help address these...
Dear Intears,
It is very common to be dissatisfied with the results of lower eyelid surgery, especially for someone who is as young as you are.
You should be more aware than most that it is easy for a surgeon to promise you the sun, the moon, and the stars, and then not deliver. After surgery,...
