Proper Technique and Duration for Lower Lid Massage?

April 30, 2009
Asked By:dr george in cairo in cairo egypt

i developed cicatricial ectropion of right lower lid following repair of orbital fracture 4 months ago, the condition improved with massage (traction upwards from lashes or by holding the lid between 2 fingers and pulling up) but i still have scleral show that bothers me and i am also worried about causing lid laxity as i feel the lid is lax transversely and about losing the lashes should i continue the massage? for how long? can you describe in detail the proper technique?

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May 3, 2009

Answer: Your done with finger massage.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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May 3, 2009

Answer: Your done with finger massage.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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May 4, 2009

Answer: The opposite lid demonstrates some intrinsic weakness as well

Richard D. Gentile, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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May 4, 2009

Answer: The opposite lid demonstrates some intrinsic weakness as well

Richard D. Gentile, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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May 31, 2018

Answer: Two more months, read on for technique

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May 31, 2018

Answer: Two more months, read on for technique

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