Is laser therapy very effective in correcting lower blepharoplasty? My surgeon is recommending it due to dissatisfying results.

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I had upper and lower eyelid surgery concurrently with a breast reduction 8/16.The scars on the sides of my breasts healed puffy and raised so that they show when I wear a swimsuit. The surgeon called them "dogears" and performed an inoffice correction in April. It didn't help, so now he is recommending more surgery and lipo. My lower eyelids, after less than a year, are still "loose". Yesterday, doctor refrred me to a med spa for laser therapy. I've spent thousands. Will it work?

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

There are certain lasers that can help to tighten the lower lid skin.  Photos would help to advise you.  I would be wary of going to a med spa for my laser treatments.  The best lasers for tightening the skin have to be performed by a physician.  See a doctor who specializes in laser treatments for this.

Richard O. Gregory, MD · Answer

Laser can tighten skin of the lower eyelid. Although it is not as dramatic as skin excision, it has shown to be safer in the long run with a reduced incidence of eye exposure problems and dry eye. More than one treatment may be necessary.

Rick Rosen, MD · Answer

It is impossible for someone to answer these questions without a direct examination. I would recommend you get a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon before going to a medical spa for laser treatments, just to be safe.

Is laser therapy very effective in correcting lower blepharoplasty? My surgeon is recommending it due to dissatisfying results.

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