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Is canthoplexy or canthroplasty recommended for this correction? (Photos)

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CindyWrellaSep 24, 2025

Upper and lower blethroplasty was completed. One eye has lower lid that has retracted. Which is recommended for correction canthopexy surgery or canthroplasty? Thank you

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