I developed a chalazion in my lower left eyelid around 8 months ago. I was finally able to undergo a procedure to drain it a week ago. Since that's the case, why is my eyelid still the same size as it was before the procedure? The difference in size is clearly visible when I smile. Note: The red spot on the eyelid is a scar that was left over from a stye.
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Thank you for your interesting question. With modern day fat grafting, we can achieve quite a change and improvement in the peri-orbital region. We can certainly move you in the direction of the photo on the left. However, it is always impossible to fully re-create the anatomy of another ...
Thanks for the photo and question.I understand the feelings you are having. I always tell my patients that eyelid surgery looks bad at first, but in a months time, looks fantastic.Here are a few thoughts:1) Five days is too early to judge the final result.2) In eyelid surgery, the incisions...
It appears you have congenital lower eyelid retraction with negative canthal tilt. You may benefit from elevation of the lower eyelids called lower eyelid retraction surgery with canthoplasty to create more almond shaped eyes. It is critical to understand canthoplasty alone will NOT achieve long...
