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?
November 8, 2017
Answer: The most important risk here is dry eye. Myopic eyes are big eyes. You need a thoughtful upper blepharoplasty that enhances your appearance but also conserves tissue to help camouflage the big eye. Between the need to protect the eye from dryness and not skeletonize the contour of the eye, upper blepharoplasty on large eyes, should be approached conservatively.
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November 8, 2017
Answer: The most important risk here is dry eye. Myopic eyes are big eyes. You need a thoughtful upper blepharoplasty that enhances your appearance but also conserves tissue to help camouflage the big eye. Between the need to protect the eye from dryness and not skeletonize the contour of the eye, upper blepharoplasty on large eyes, should be approached conservatively.
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November 8, 2017
Answer: Upper blepharoplasty on someone who is highly nearsighted? Myopia is neither a contraindication for a blapharoplasty nor is there an increased risk of complications.Following the advice of anyone who would presume to tell you what to do without seeing photos and without taking a full medical history, examining you, feeling and assessing your tissue tone, discussing your desired outcome and fully informing you about the pros and cons of each option would not be in your best interest. Find a plastic surgeon that you are comfortable with and one that you trust and listen to his or her advice. The surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.
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November 8, 2017
Answer: Upper blepharoplasty on someone who is highly nearsighted? Myopia is neither a contraindication for a blapharoplasty nor is there an increased risk of complications.Following the advice of anyone who would presume to tell you what to do without seeing photos and without taking a full medical history, examining you, feeling and assessing your tissue tone, discussing your desired outcome and fully informing you about the pros and cons of each option would not be in your best interest. Find a plastic surgeon that you are comfortable with and one that you trust and listen to his or her advice. The surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.
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