Should I get double eyelid surgery? (Photo)

June 20, 2015
Asked By:feedmeknowledge in Maryland, MD

I'm a 15 year old girl, and I've been using eyelid tape/glue since I was 13. Creases measure to abt 6 mm (looking down). Sometimes creases form on their own, but they don't last longer than a few days. Skin on my right eyelid is sagging a bit. And oddly, creases set better on my left eyelid. Am I elligible for surgery when I'm 15/16? If I get the procedure, should I go full incisional or suture method? I want my creases to be permanent & prominent -- they don't really have to be larger/higher.

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