I have read several doctors' comments on this site suggesting a surgeon should almost never perform a blepharoplasty on someone in late 20s/early 30s. I feel that my lids are drooping considerably and I am committed to remedying the problem. I would like to conduct some preliminary research before visiting doctors so that I can have questions prepared. What are plausible exceptions to the age restriction? What are appropriate alternatives for someone my age, at this stage? Thank you!!
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Dear mchava,
Thank you for your clinical post and photographs. The triple eyelid deformity referred to
appears more noticeable in the left eye than the right. The triple fold refers to the normal tarsal
fold of eyelid fold 9 to 12 mm above your lash line then you have some skin
hooding and a...
I tell my patients that having your upper eyelids corrected provides an incredible return on your investment. It is a procedure that gives your appearance an instant refreshed look. I try not to over promise in terms of recovery as everyone heals differently in spite of the...
The left side is just a bit more droopy than the right side. There is also a compensatory brow elevation. This problem is corrected with a surgery called eyelid ptosis surgery. a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon is your best options for this.