I had an upper blepharoplasty done. My surgeon does not believe in lower eyelid surgery because of the risk of hematomas, and entropion and ectropion. Besides going to a practiced and board certified specialist, can you advise as to how risky this procedure is and if my doctor is being too conservative. If not surgery, what else is available to reduce excess skin. I do not have bulges or deep pockets.
June 6, 2015
Answer: Lower eyelid surgery risks Out of all the facial plastic surgeries done, the lower eyelids require the most finesse. The risks associated with the surgery are no greater than any other surgery buy achieving great results, as alluded to in the other answers, requires experience. I I don't think it's a fair statement to say that lower eyelids should never be done , if that were the case, I would have many patients who would look fantastic except for their lower eyelids. The questions to ask are 1- would you benefit from such a procedure? This is determined at time of consultation. 2- if you are a candidate, does your surgeon have experience with the procedure ?if the answer to both is yes- then gladly proceed. Good luck!
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June 6, 2015
Answer: Lower eyelid surgery risks Out of all the facial plastic surgeries done, the lower eyelids require the most finesse. The risks associated with the surgery are no greater than any other surgery buy achieving great results, as alluded to in the other answers, requires experience. I I don't think it's a fair statement to say that lower eyelids should never be done , if that were the case, I would have many patients who would look fantastic except for their lower eyelids. The questions to ask are 1- would you benefit from such a procedure? This is determined at time of consultation. 2- if you are a candidate, does your surgeon have experience with the procedure ?if the answer to both is yes- then gladly proceed. Good luck!
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June 8, 2015
Answer: Lower eyelid surgery risks The risks associated with lower eyelid surgery are relative and can best be evaluated by taking into account your concerns, your expectations, and your anatomy. With an expert surgeon, such as a fellowship-trained oculoplastic specialist, the complications you listed are somewhat rare.There are nonsurgical options for improving eyelid skin quality including laser resurfacing but you would need a complete consultation first.
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June 8, 2015
Answer: Lower eyelid surgery risks The risks associated with lower eyelid surgery are relative and can best be evaluated by taking into account your concerns, your expectations, and your anatomy. With an expert surgeon, such as a fellowship-trained oculoplastic specialist, the complications you listed are somewhat rare.There are nonsurgical options for improving eyelid skin quality including laser resurfacing but you would need a complete consultation first.
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