Eye smaller after blepharoplasty. Will a revision work in my situation?

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Hello! I had lower blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago, but my left eye looks smaller than the other one after the surgery, the doctor told me that the eye will go back to it is natural shape, but i see that the eye is the same. Is it too early to judge, if the eye doesn't go back to its natural shape does the revision works in my situation? Plz help! Thank you!

Leyla Arvas, MD · Answer

Hello,
It's common for the eyes to look asymmetric during the early stages of recovery from lower blepharoplasty. At only 2 weeks post-op, it's too early to judge the final results. Swelling and bruising can affect the shape and size of the eyes and may take several weeks to fully subside.
I would recommend giving it more time and following your doctor's post-operative instructions closely, such as avoiding strenuous activities and applying cold compresses to reduce swelling. If after a few more weeks, you still see significant asymmetry, it's possible that a revision procedure may be necessary. However, it's important to wait until the healing process is complete before considering any additional procedures.
I hope this helps and wish you a smooth recovery.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @dima me, thank you for your question. Only after the period of time indicated by the surgeon who performed the surgery to reduce inflammation has passed will it be possible to determine whether a subsequent intervention is necessary to improve the results. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Selcuk Inanli, MD · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question. Without the photos It is difficult the make a proper evaluation. If you can provide photos with better lighting, from the side of your face and 1 meter away I would be able to make a proper evaluation. Anyway, It is too early for thinking the revision surgery. I suggest you after 6 months firstly ask your surgeon about it and then search the other ways. It would be much safe for you.Best Regards!

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

If you are experiencing eye shape asymmetry after lower blepharoplasty, give your body time to recover. It may take 8-12 weeks for the swelling to resolve and for your tissues to regain their normal elasticity. Most of the time, subtle differences in eye shape correct themselves within this time frame.

Luis Eduardo Guerrero, MD · Answer

Hello! Thanks for your question about blepharoplasty. Usually one side always gets more swelling than the other side, this is related to several factors, one is the natural asymmetry that already exist in all the persons, another is that with surgery sometimes we have to remove more tissue from one side in order to get better symmetry and this could explain that difference. In your case it would be better if you share a picture in order to have a better idea of your eyelids. I hope this info be useful. 
Sincerely
Dr. Luis Eduardo Guerrero

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. It is not possible to determine the problem without seeing photos. Your eyelid will still change since you only had surgery 2 weeks ago. Most issues are treatable. See your doctor in another 2-4 weeks. 
Good luck,

Soon-Dong Kim, MD · Answer

First of all, sorry to hear your discomforts. It seems due to the normal swelling after the surgery. It's been only 2 weeks past so please wait til a month. If the eye is still swollen then it's better to see your dr. to check up your condition. Hope everything is getting better. If you have further questions then please let me know. Thank you..

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