I'm a 16 y/o caucasian female. I've basically had this condition since birth, and it's only gotten worse over the past few years. I look more tired and saggy than I should. Looking in the mirror and seeing this all the time has created some bad self conscious issues and I'd like to find a solution. I'm done with having to put up with this day after day. I've considered blepharoplasty for years, and obviously since I'm on the younger side I don't know if I'd qualify as a good candidate.
August 29, 2015
Answer: Blepharoplasty on Teenager Thank you for your question and photographs. Your eyelids do not look as bad as you feel they look. There is a little extra skin which should be observed for a few more years. You are too young for surgery, because as you say, your eyelids have been getting worse. If surgery is performed now, you may notice gradual changes until you stop growing. You are better off waiting unti you are an adult and your eyelids have stabilized. I hope this is helpful. Good luck.
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August 29, 2015
Answer: Blepharoplasty on Teenager Thank you for your question and photographs. Your eyelids do not look as bad as you feel they look. There is a little extra skin which should be observed for a few more years. You are too young for surgery, because as you say, your eyelids have been getting worse. If surgery is performed now, you may notice gradual changes until you stop growing. You are better off waiting unti you are an adult and your eyelids have stabilized. I hope this is helpful. Good luck.
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August 30, 2015
Answer: Age and surgery Thank you for your question and photos.Based on your limited photos, I see brow ptosis (low and heavy brow) which pushes down on your upper eyelid. Try lifting the brows with your hands and see what you what your upper eyelid now looks like. You may need a upper lid blephroplasty in addition.Absolute age is a consideration but not absolute contraindication for Plastic Surgery.Obviously your parents or legal guardian would have to agree as well as your Plastic Surgeon.My, recommendation is to talk openly and frankly with your parents/legal guardian about your concerns and feelings. If they agree make a appointment with a Bd. Cert. Plastic Surgeon who ideally is a member of the Am. Soc. for Aesthestic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes,
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August 30, 2015
Answer: Age and surgery Thank you for your question and photos.Based on your limited photos, I see brow ptosis (low and heavy brow) which pushes down on your upper eyelid. Try lifting the brows with your hands and see what you what your upper eyelid now looks like. You may need a upper lid blephroplasty in addition.Absolute age is a consideration but not absolute contraindication for Plastic Surgery.Obviously your parents or legal guardian would have to agree as well as your Plastic Surgeon.My, recommendation is to talk openly and frankly with your parents/legal guardian about your concerns and feelings. If they agree make a appointment with a Bd. Cert. Plastic Surgeon who ideally is a member of the Am. Soc. for Aesthestic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes,
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