I am having ptosis surgery performed soon. I have less than 2mm that needs to be corrected an responded positively to a phenylephrine test, I was told this means that ill have a less invasive surgery and therefore quick recovery. I understand everyone is different. I'm a healthy (non smoker etc) 20 year old caucasian woman, when will I see the cosmetic effects of this surgery? When will my eyes look totally normal again?
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June 27, 2015
Answer: Recovery from the ptosis repair surgery can be variable.
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It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.
It is unclear from your questions what your goal is. If your goal is to rejuvenate your lower eyelids, then revision surgery, including surgery on the canthus would be helpful. A pinch method could be used as part of this procedure. If your goal is to increase volume in your...