Can Permanent Stitches Be Used in Revisionary Canthoplasty?

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I have had 2 canthoplasty operations on my eye, and improvement has been minimal, probably because I had scar tissue there to begin with. Can permanent stitches (that are never taken out, like they use in tummy tucks etc.) be used to secure the canthoplasty? Tape and makeup is always an option to cover them up, so that's not an issue. If not are there any other options such as piercings etc. because I'm not sure there's enough healthy tissue there for a third surgery. Thanks for any feedback.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Permanent sutures can be used.  These would be placed deeply and would not be exposed on the surface.  This may not be the solution in your case.  An exam will be necessary as well as a review of your records.                                                                                                                         Kenneth Hughes, MD                                                                                                           Los Angeles, CA

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

In 100 % of my canthoplasties I use a permanent suture.  I manage the canthus aggressively in blepharoplasty mosty using a canthoplasty technique.

	Dr. ES

Kurtis Martin, MD · Answer

You need a comprehensive exam to formulate a plan if you have failed two surgeries already. Permanent cuticular sutures won't work as they will eventually heal under the skin.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Permanent stitches can be used for revision canthoplasty. I use these frequently for support even on primary blepharoplasties. I need to see better pictures to give you a proper answer.

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Typically we would use permanent sutures underneath the skin so you would not be able to see them when we do canthoplasties. Yes there are lots of procedures when most of the healthy tissue is gone.

Can Permanent Stitches Be Used in Revisionary Canthoplasty?

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Can Permanent Stitches Be Used in Revisionary Canthoplasty?

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Answer: Permanent stitches can be used for revision canthoplasty.

Answer: Permanent stitches can be used for revision canthoplasty.

Answer: EYELID SURGERY

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