Can Dog Ear on the Outer Corner of Eye from Bleph Heal on Its Own or Will I Need a Revision?

Most skin irregularities will work themselves out within a few weeks to months after surgery. If your skin has lost a lot of its elasticity then it may take longer or fail to resolve on its own.

If it has not improved at all by 3 months after surgery or if it is not mostly gone by 6 months after surgery, it may require surgical revision, which is often a relatively simple procedure under local anesthesia. Other things like scar massage, steroid injections, and laser treatments can sometimes help so schedule another appointment with your surgeon to discuss your options.

This is a great question and your plastic surgeon will be able to give you the most specific answer. Typically, a small "dog ear" or standing cone can resolve with time and with gentle massage. A more significant standing cone will sometimes need to be surgically removed to provide an optimal result. Time will tell. If you do require a revision, this is typically a quick, limited procedure that can be performed in the office. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACSWeber Facial Plastic Surgery