I had blepharoplasty surgery five months ago and my eyes, especially the right look worse than before. The right eye especially seems difficult to open as widely as I once could and it is now smaller than the left eye which is wasn't before. Has a muscle been cut or is it swelling or nerve damage? Can anything be done? I am including pictures
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You will need to have full evaluation by a ophtamologist and plastic surgeon. The use of Botox is contra indicated in your case. There are many causes for ptosis your surgeon can help you to choose the correct treatment.
It may take six months before the eyelids feel completely back to normal after upper lid blepharoplasty. This is a function of swelling and wound repair.
Droopy eyelids can have many causes. There are now new techniques especially for lower lid support that minimize risk such as lateral access only techniques. If it is your upper lid that is droopy that can usually be repaired by a fairly straightforward procedure. Submitting a photo with more...