Has anyone performed an upper blepharoplasty on someone who is highly nearsighted?

November 7, 2017
Asked By:CanLynn in Kingston, ON

I have a high prescription that runs a risk of retinal detachment eventually. Have you performed an Upper Blepharoplasty on patients with a high prescription (myopic)? Are there any safe guards for this type of patient?

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November 17, 2017

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November 11, 2017

Answer: Can upper Blepharoplasty be performed on high myopes

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAOOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
November 11, 2017

Answer: Can upper Blepharoplasty be performed on high myopes

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Answer: The most important risk here is dry eye.

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Answer: Upper blepharoplasty on someone who is highly nearsighted?

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Answer: Upper blepharoplasty on someone who is highly nearsighted?

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