Lateral flare post bilateral ptosis repair. Will it relax/drop over time? (Photo)

February 22, 2024
Asked By:Bobavaspaniel in Fargo, North Dakota

I underwent bilateral levator aponeurosis advancement and upper blepharoplasty in early August 2023. I believe it was overcorrected as my outer upper lids appear retracted and I look like I’m staring/glaring. It feels “tight” but I don’t have any issues with closing my eyes, however I question if they slightly open while I sleep because I wake up with a lot of dried eye discharge in the morning. What is your professional opinion on undergoing correction? Will it possibly relax/drop overtime?

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February 23, 2024

Answer: My experience is that these don't really relax down over time.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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February 23, 2024

Answer: My experience is that these don't really relax down over time.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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