Red, Dry Eyes After Blepharoplasty and CO2 Laser

Thanks for your question -
Your description could represent a significant problem. The issue is corneal exposure. If you can't protect your cornea you could have significant issues with corneal abrasion that could even affect your eyesight.
The cause of this could be lower lid retraction or it could be that you had some lower lid laxity that is now exacerbated. These issues may get better without intervention but it is critical that steps be taken to protect your eyes while things are healing.
In addition, if this is a persistent problem you may need a temporary procedure to give additional support to your lower lid or a canthopexy (a permanent procedure to tighten the lower lid).
In any case you should talk to your surgeon about these issues as soon as possible.
I hope this helps.

Any patient with dryness after a blepharoplasty should seek immediate medical advice.  Dryness after blepharoplasty can lead to a host of problems including corneal abrasion.

Lubrication with an ophthalmic recommended by your surgeon, artificial tears, and possible manual manipulation of the lower lid are some possible early solutions to dryness.

It sounds like you may have lower lid restriction. When the eyes can't close well, they can get very dry. Also when a transconjunctival bleph is performed, it affects the lymphatic system, which may cause chemosis and this can lead to dry eye and redness. Use lots of lubricants, massage the lower lids, and follow carefully with your doctor.