I have an upcoming appointment with a aptholmologist oculoplastic cosmetic surgeon to have the bump on my lower eyelid and droopy lids evaluated. I just want to make sure that I'm consulting with the correct doctor for my concerns. Thank you.
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Functional eyelid surgery is something that defines as medically necessary. Excessive drooping of the upper eyelid may affect peripheral vision and your ability to see on the side. Excess skin is normal from the upper lids and will improve appearance with a more youthful look.
You are right in looking for a
specialist who corrects deficiencies of the orbital rim, but there is more to your situation
regarding the deficiency, as seen in your profile photo.
The deficiency is more than just the orbital rim itself, the entire mid cheek skeleton
is underdeveloped. The...
The patient had eyelid surgery 5 1/2 weeks before and now has swelling and hyperpigmentation in the lower eyelid the area. Fat grafting was done but no mention was made of a postop hematoma. Swelling in the lower eyelids commonly takes longer to recede as contrasted to other parts of the face....
