Upper blepharoplasty dark scarring, What should I do to reduce the pigmentation? (Photo)

Question

I had upper blephoraplasty 1 week and 2 days ago. I know it is very early to worry about scarring, however I do have a concern. On the outer portion of my eye a small portion of the scar is blacking or very blackish red. I am afraid this pigmentation may stay. What should I do to reduce the pigmentation? Will this dark pigmentation get better in time? What kind of products should I use to make sure the pigmentation does not stay this color?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Once the skin heals and the bruising subsides, I would suggest twice daily application of a scar gel followed by Melarase+ to help reduce the dark discoloration.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

These eyelids are stilled bruised.  Nine days is truly a very short time from eyelid surgery.  I am concerned about the fact that surgery has skeletonized the eyelids.  However, the much of the discoloration from bruising will resolve in a relatively short period of time.

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

Considering you are only 9 days out from surgery, just be patient. It's too early to create hyperpigmentation. Follow your surgeons recommendations. The scar will most likely continue to improve over several weeks to months and eventually become extremely inconspicuous. If you are still concerned, see your surgeon and let them take a look at it and ease your mind.Andrew Campbell, M.D.

Facial Rejuvenation Specialist

Quintessa Aesthetic Centers

Facial Rejuvenation Specialist

Quintessa Aesthetic Centers

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

This does not look like hyperpigmentation, and it is too early for that to occur.  It looks like a small scab, or perhaps some bruising.  Should all improve over the next few weeks.

Deborah Sillins, MD · Answer

it is early in your healing phase. the darkness could be some underlying bruising.it will take several months for the swelling and the scar to look better

Paul Nazemi, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is too early after surgery to determine the final outcome .  Continue with your doctors post-operative instructions.  The pigmentation, if present in several weeks, usually improves with time.  However, treatment options do exist for hyper pigmentation, such as bleaching creams.  Consult with your doctor about this moving forward.  Best wishes.

Upper blepharoplasty dark scarring, What should I do to reduce the pigmentation? (Photo)

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