How risky is a surgical lash lift 2 months after crease lowering and ptosis surgery?

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I had a revision eyelid surgery and ptosis surgery about 2 months ago. I am happy about everything except my eyelashes. They are still downward pointed and I would like them to be more lifted. I know there are non-surgical options like lash curlers and chemical lash lifts. However, lash curlers are extremely hard to use for my face as I have prominent brow one and extremely hooded eyes, and chemical lash lifts only semi-permenantley changes the curl pattern, not the growth pattern, of the lashes

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

So-called surgical lash lift is actually done by removing skin in the eyelid platform at the crease snugging the eyelid platform skin. This should have been part of the revisional eyelid surgery. Now only 2 months out, it would be a terrible mistake to have a surgeon do this work now. Your eyelid needs to heal. I strongly recommend letting the eyelids heal for at least a year. Also there is a CO2 laser eyelash lift. That should also not be done now. Again  these eyelids need to heal. What you think you need now and what you need when the eyelids are healed are going to be different. Generally understand that while these procedures are called lash lift procedures, the results are modest. In the meantime, if you are using any eyelash and brow growth serums-stop using these immediately (latisse, isopropyl cloprostenate, castor bean oil). They do make longer, thicker, darker lashes but they harm the eyelid and kill the fat in the eyelid permanently.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

If you're seeking a more permanent change in the growth pattern of your lashes after revision eyelid and ptosis surgery, you may want to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. They can provide insights into the feasibility of any additional procedures or alternatives to achieve the desired eyelash lift, ensuring that it aligns with the specific changes you're looking for in the context of your recent surgeries.

Best of luck !

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Without seeing pictures, we can’t really begin to make an assessment.
I suggest you discuss your concerns with your provider.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD
Thank you for this very interesting consultation.

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