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The question is what are you trying to correct? Eyelid retraction? A photo is needed. Canthopexy at your age is not common and may or may not be effective, depending on the problem. The cost varies too. See an oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation.
Canthopexy is done to correct the position of the lateral canthus of the eyelid which tends to descend with age. It is typically done via an upper blepharoplasty incision and its main indication is actually a lower blepharoplasty to avoid descent of the lower lid during the healing phase. Therefore it typically is not done by itself although such a situation may arise from time to time.
Why do you feel you need a canthoplasty? What issue are you trying to resolve. There is not doubt that if you knock on enough doors, someone will perform a canthoplasty for you. If you knock on enough doors, perhaps you will also find the surgery for the lowest dollar cost. The real questions is canthoplasty right for you. Rather than prescribe yourself a surgery, you really need to find an ethical eyelid surgeon to assess your particular situation and determine what precisely you need to achieve your goals. Don't put the cart before the horse. The American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery maintains a geographic directory on their website that will help you find a well qualified surgeon in your area.
I think it depends on what you need doen.Generally a canthopexy is not part of an average blepharoplasty.so without a bit of hsitroy and photos it would be hard to tell.
A canthopexy is performed if there is a malposition of the corner of the eye or laxity of the lower eyelid canthal tendon. Your surgeon is in the best position to understand if you need the surgery or not.
Your concerns are valid regarding your condition and the effects of repeated steroid injections. The problem is that when you catch this early you can disrupt the scar by massage or pulling the lid up with a suture or surgical instrument if the problem is due to scarring. When the scar matures...
Fat grafting to the upper eyelids can provide a permanent, month and natural looking result. The results are subtle, yet dramatic for both men and women. Look for many, many photos and find a very exoperienced plastic surgeoin who will not overfuill.
Suggests it will be covered through Medicare. You do need a visual field exam to document your peripheral vision loss and photos that show your lid encroaching on the pupil. If you don't meet the criteria this year, you will in short time. Find a local surgeon who can help you...