I had eye lid surgery June 2013, eyes feel gritty, it's worse at night and has been keeping me awake (Photo)

As we age, our eyelids naturally sag and droop. A combination approach would be best to see visible improvement. In terms of non-surgical treatment options, I would recommend a Chemical Brow Lift (using Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, or Jeuveau) and filler injections to rejuvenate the temples, eyebrow,...

This is commonly a very confusing issue for patients as every recommendation is clouded by our own aesthetic preferences.  I put a lot of emphasis on creating a natural and rejuvenated appearance.  A very easy way to help determine what you want is by looking at photos of yourself when...

The typical healing process from this procedure is 2-3 weeks where you will have visible bruising and swelling.  This of course depends on the patient and how they tend to heal.  You should start seeing results in terms of better positioning of the upper eyelid by about that time.

Hi. Dermal fillers are very safe, but are only temporary, lasting 4-6 months. You should always have something temporary first to see whether you like the effect. If you like the effect then there are longer lasting fillers, which can last up to 18 months or so. Dermal fillers have been around...

It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.