I was hyperthyroid before treatment (now HYPO). To treat PROTRUDING EYES, from age 18-22 (I'm now 22), I underwent 4 ORBITAL DECOMPRESSION surgeries, and 4 LOWER-LID RETRACTIONS. Unbeknownst to me, first 2 lid surgeries aimed for VERY temporary results (no graft used). I then had 3rd (apparently permanent) LOWER-LID retraction using GRAFT from upper-lid done 16 months ago, and the same surgery done on the other eye just 1 month ago. Will my lower eyelids begin to droop again overtime?
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October 1, 2016
Answer: See oculoplastic surgeon for lower eyelid retraction evaluation
Best to see an oculoplastic specialist for in person evaluation. Eyelid revision surgery (namely eyelid retraction surgery after lower blepharoplasty) is definitely possible. See links on my website for more details.
From looking at the photo it appears you have lower eyelid cicatricial retraction. You'll need to keep your eye lubricated to prevent it from drying. You'll also need to vigorously massage your lower eyelid upward. If the massage doesn't help, you'll most likely need a repair, but this should...
Patients often have a tendency to draw conclusions or worry about untoward results much too early in the healing process. In your case, a mere eight days out from surgery is much too early to do so. However, your eyelids look like they are in good position for this point in your recovery....
