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Unhappy with double eyelid surgery 2 years post op. Should I consider crease revision? (Photo)

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Jennie_ROct 4, 2023

I had double eyelid surgery in January 2022 and it look over a year for the full swelling to resolve. The surgery made the preexisting ptosis on my left eye very pronounced and heavy feeling so I had unilateral ptosis surgery in July 2023. I have always felt the inn we crease height and depth looked unnatural and changed my Asian eye shape from almond to more round and I regret having this procedure as my lids now feel like they are physically being ‘pulled up.’ Do you recommend revision?

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Hi there, I typically ask my patients to wait 3-6 months before proceeding with a second surgery. You want to allow your body time to heal and allow any significant swelling to subside. Hope this helps!

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