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Do I have lower eyelid retraction?

Anna685Sep 4, 2023
After lower blepharoplasty with canthopexy, I noticed that my eyes became round and the lower eyelid drooped and scars formed under the eyes. My eyes are dry all the time and I suspect that this is lower eyelid retraction. It has been 6 months since the previous operation. When can I make repair and how is this being done?

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Dr. Yao Wang, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answered on Dec 7, 2023
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