I had a bilateral mullerectomy done about 2 months ago covered by insurance because it effected my vision. The first couple days after surgery I could see a differece but now they look almost the same as before except my right is isn't even with my left one. Will insurance cover a revision? If so will it be cheaper or will my surgeon do a revision for a lower cost?
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It is possible but need to have consultation to determine what is best for you. It is called upper eyelid retraction surgery. See an oculoplastic surgeon.
You may not need as much surgery as you think you do. For example it is not clear that you actually need lateral canthal surgery. What your photos demonstrate is bilateral levator aponeurosis dehiscence. This explains why there is no real upper eyelid crease. Most oculoplastic surgoens pr...
It may be a problem with the original placement of sutures, or it could be subsequent to swelling. I take photos at the end of my procedure to distinguish between these two problems. I do not stop my operation until it looks close to perfect on the table, because I know I will have to do a...