Issue with blurred vision and post op opinion

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I had issues with blurry vision due to eyebrow. Planned browpexy surgery which was also meant to include blepharoplasty however after the operation surgeon said blepharoplasty was not performed due to lack of skin. Also my eyebrow skin seems like it was rolled inwards towards eye and I haven't noticed any vision improvements since surgery. My vision is still blurred when eyebrows are in natural state so I have to raise to see clear. Advice what to do next. Thanks

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You would benefit from a browlift.  A browlift can be done through a coronal incision to lower the hairline  and raise the eyebrows higher.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Eyelids do affect the shape of the cornea. That in turn can affect what you need in glasses for you best vision. Upper eyelid surgery (and this was upper eyelid surgery) can affect the dry eye status and that can also affect the vision. These are things that can not be assessed from a photo. You may have other issues with your eyelid procedure and you can discuss this with another oculoplastic surgeon. Don’t rely on your surgeons partner and also that in some communities there is a circle the wagon mentality that can make it frustrating to get a meaningful second opinion.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Your photo after surgery does show that your surgeon performed both upper blepharoplasty and brow lift. However, postoperative result shows that despite visible improvement possibly more should have been done regarding brow position and corrugated muscles. It is best to discuss further correction with your surgeon but also consider in person second opinion consultation with another board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in facial rejuvenation and brow lifts. Hope this helps.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Your post is a little difficult to comprehend. You state your surgeon did not do a blepharoplasty yet your second picture clearly shows you had a blepharoplasty.
I don’t see evidence of having had a brow lift.
It is unclear what the ideology of the primary problem was.
I suggest you follow up with your provider or schedule a few in person, second opinion, consultations with other plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, or oculoplastic surgeons in your community.
For second opinion consultations, I recommend patients come prepared with them a complete set of proper before and after pictures, and a copy of your previous operative report.
 it sounds a little unusual for a surgeon to completely change the surgical plan during surgery but sometimes that may be indicated and a lot depends on what was discussed before your procedure.
I don’t think you won’t get responses that properly addressed your concerns by posting on this website.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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