Hi, I was contemplating receiving an orbital decompression surgery on my eyes as they feel uncomfortable at times but I am not sure if I would be a candidate. Although I do not have graves disease, my eyes are bulging. I am not 100% sure if I have the condition of exophthalmos or not.
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March 5, 2022
Answer: Scarless orbital decompression for bulging eyes
Addressing the upper eyelid ptosis will go a long way to making your eyes more dramatic, beautiful, and jewel like. The position of the lateral canthus can and possibly should be adjusted. If you have had prior eyelid surgery, this will complicated your future upper eyelid revision in away that...
Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photo. You probably need lower eyelid blepharoplasty revision. See an experienced oculoplastic surgeon for detailed evaluation and proper guidance. Good luck,
Based on your photos, I would recommend a revision, skin-only upper lid blepharoplasty to correct the recurrent excess upper lid skin and micro fat grafting of the supraorbital rim to correct the hollowness and A-frame. You may also benefit from a brow lift. Careful assessment of upper lid...