My eyelids look bad and I am depressed

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My surgeon is 5 hours away. I now believe he doesn't have any experiences in Asian double eyelid surgery. When I asked before surgery - the answers were vague. Now this is my post 16 op day and I look like I am tired. It's truly depressing. There's a before pic, one with my desired results using eyelid tape, and my results now. I don't even recognize myself anymore. I am scared and need to know if I can get revision done at 3 months instead. Can't go outside looking like this.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your concerns. With time, the appearance of your eyelids will improve. It is possible you will require another procedure or the injection of fillers in the upper lids, but this cannot be determined for another few months. Try to stay clam, because things will improve. See an Oculoplastic Surgeon experienced with Asian eyelid surgery in person for guidance.Good luck,

Hugo Higa, MD · Answer

elle13ad4u, it looks like your lids are still quite swollen from surgery.  You do have a nice inner fold, but I would still wait before considering more surgery.  I'm sorry you had to go through this but let the healing finish before deciding what next to do.  Hope this helps.  Cheers

Goretti Ho Taghva, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello elle13ad4u, thank you for your post.  I'm sorry you are not happy with the outcome of your eyelid surgery.  It's only been a little over 2 weeks post-op, so the good news is the swelling will continue to subside over the next 4-6 weeks.  Continue ice pack, head elevation, low salt intake and try taking bromelain supplements.  Your eyelids should look better than now after the swelling goes away.  Should you need a revision, you may consider doing it after 6-12 months.  So please don't get depressed and stay positive! Goretti H. Taghva MD

Chase Lay, MD · Answer

Try to stay calm. Keep close tabs with your surgeon and share information with this person regularly. The good news is you are only a few weeks out from surgery and crease will most likely come down significantly as the weeks and months go by.    Doing Asian Eyelid surgery well is definitely an art form that requires a lot of repetition. I perform the surgery every day and I have seen wide variation and how people heal. Your healing process does look a little bit dramatic but I do believe you will look much better as time passes.    I can see what you're talking about and I understand your concern but all you can do right now is stay calm and stay positive. Chase Lay MD Asian eyelid surgery special

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