I am 41 years old, and had upper and lower eyelids done 11 days ago. I have visible scars at the sides of my eyes under my eyebrow. I feel like I look plastic - My eyelids don't seem to open all the way. When I look up my lids feel very tight and my eyes take a weird shape- Besides, one of my bottom lids seem droop a little. The overall effect makes me look like I am half asleep, or had to much to drink.
Answer: Wound Healing Following Blepharoplasty It's not unusual for blepharoplasty patients to note stiffness and tightness in the immediate post-operative period. This is often related to persistent swelling and scarring which can actually impact facial animation and give an abnormal facial appearance. As a result of these changes, it's not unusual for patients to question their decision to have blepharoplasty surgery.It's important to realize that wound healing is a dynamic process that continues for up to a year following surgery. For this reason, most patients are eventually happy with their surgical result. In someone who's only eleven days post-op, continued improvement can be anticipated. During this time, massage can help alleviate eyelid stiffness and, hopefully, facilitate a return to normal.If you're concerned about the appearance of your eyelids, it's important to consult your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to evaluate your status and, hopefully, alleviate your anxiety.
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Answer: Wound Healing Following Blepharoplasty It's not unusual for blepharoplasty patients to note stiffness and tightness in the immediate post-operative period. This is often related to persistent swelling and scarring which can actually impact facial animation and give an abnormal facial appearance. As a result of these changes, it's not unusual for patients to question their decision to have blepharoplasty surgery.It's important to realize that wound healing is a dynamic process that continues for up to a year following surgery. For this reason, most patients are eventually happy with their surgical result. In someone who's only eleven days post-op, continued improvement can be anticipated. During this time, massage can help alleviate eyelid stiffness and, hopefully, facilitate a return to normal.If you're concerned about the appearance of your eyelids, it's important to consult your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to evaluate your status and, hopefully, alleviate your anxiety.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Much too early to determine results The description of your eyelids at 11 days is not unusual. Give yourself more healing time to make judgements (3 months). Swelling takes a full 6 months to completely resolve and scars take a full year to heal. If you are unhappy with the appearance of the eyelids at that time, see your surgeon.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Much too early to determine results The description of your eyelids at 11 days is not unusual. Give yourself more healing time to make judgements (3 months). Swelling takes a full 6 months to completely resolve and scars take a full year to heal. If you are unhappy with the appearance of the eyelids at that time, see your surgeon.
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February 6, 2015
Answer: Wait a few weeks to months You should wait a few weeks to months before assessing your results, since swelling, bruising and scars all take time to heal.
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February 6, 2015
Answer: Wait a few weeks to months You should wait a few weeks to months before assessing your results, since swelling, bruising and scars all take time to heal.
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September 30, 2015
Answer: Waiting for results after blepharoplasty
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September 30, 2015
Answer: Waiting for results after blepharoplasty
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November 15, 2017
Answer: Will my Eyes Look Normal Again After Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty?
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Answer: Will my Eyes Look Normal Again After Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty?
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