Bletharplasty Scar Past Eyebrow? Isn't It Supposed to Be in the Crease?

In cosmetic surgery we get some of best healing from upper eyelid incisions and the majority are very difficult to see, even without makeup. We usually think of them as a safe bet as we consider the healing risk. The incision falls in the lid crease, but past the corner of the lid will extend upward about 10 mm.

At one week postop, irregularities In the scar line may be attributable to swelling and early healing. Your sutures should have been removed before this point and it is common to have small bumps along the suture line. These are not keloids, which are tumor like masses produced when the skin is breached and are often of familial origin. Wrinkles and crepey appearing skin do not suddenly arise after blepharoplasty so you may want to take a good look at your preop photos. Often, perceptions change after surgery. Continue to followup with your plastic surgeon through the healing process and speedy recovery!