There are gaps between my the corner of my lower eyelid and my eyeball on both sides of my face. My eyes are often dry, could these gaps be part of the problem? I am a 24 y/o male and have had these gaps for as long as I can remember.
Answer: Yes, your have a slight ectropion that can cause dryness and irritation Yes, you do have a slight ectroption where the eyelid does not touch the eyeball to provide good lubrication. This can cause chronic dryness and irritation.
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Answer: Yes, your have a slight ectropion that can cause dryness and irritation Yes, you do have a slight ectroption where the eyelid does not touch the eyeball to provide good lubrication. This can cause chronic dryness and irritation.
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June 24, 2024
Answer: Gaps between the lower eyelid The gaps you describe are most likely part of the reason your eyes feel dry. I suggest you get this evaluated by doctors with board certification in oculoplastic surgery. These are specialist who focus on abnormalities regarding the eyelids. You can start by talking to an ophthalmologist And ask them to refer you to an oculoplastic surgeon if you would like. An ophthalmologist would most likely manage the condition while the oculoplastic surgeon may suggest a surgical treatment solution. This is probably slightly outside of what most general plastic surgeons or even facial plastic surgeons would do. It’s not a bad idea to get a couple of consultations before considering permanent irreversible surgery. The reason for More than one consultation is to compare notes and potentially select the provider you think has the greatest degree of skill and experience during each consultation ask each provider to open up their portfolio and show you as many before and after pictures of previous patients who Had the same condition that you do. Best, Mats Hagstrom MD
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June 24, 2024
Answer: Gaps between the lower eyelid The gaps you describe are most likely part of the reason your eyes feel dry. I suggest you get this evaluated by doctors with board certification in oculoplastic surgery. These are specialist who focus on abnormalities regarding the eyelids. You can start by talking to an ophthalmologist And ask them to refer you to an oculoplastic surgeon if you would like. An ophthalmologist would most likely manage the condition while the oculoplastic surgeon may suggest a surgical treatment solution. This is probably slightly outside of what most general plastic surgeons or even facial plastic surgeons would do. It’s not a bad idea to get a couple of consultations before considering permanent irreversible surgery. The reason for More than one consultation is to compare notes and potentially select the provider you think has the greatest degree of skill and experience during each consultation ask each provider to open up their portfolio and show you as many before and after pictures of previous patients who Had the same condition that you do. Best, Mats Hagstrom MD
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