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Lower blepharoplasty, 4 weeks post-op. Will swelling go away? (Photo)

bekpayneAug 20, 2018
I had a Lower Blepharoplasty with an Orbicularis Suspension done about 4 weeks ago. I was told I had Fesroon bags and this was the best way to get rid of them. I’m concerned that this swelling will not go away . It feels gel like . I’ll post day before surgery picture ... Then 5 days postop when bandages came off ... And as of today .

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Dr. Brian K. Machida, MD, FACS
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