I had epicanthoplasty & double eyelid surgery 2 ago years, but my inner eyelid is wider than my outer eyelid. is it because of the swelling or is my eyelid crease too high? i think that 2 years later swelling should be gone by now, but the area near the corners of my eyes still look very thick and "sausage" like."
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Although an in-person exam would be necessary to provide a definitive answer, based on the photo you have provided it does appear you would be a suitable candidate for revision upper blepharoplasty to re-create a more defined and symmetric crease. If you want the best idea of what is possible...
Hello, hope you are well. As a matter of fact, the eyelid crease nearly always appears too high immediately after double eyelid surgery because of postoperative edema (swelling). It is not uncommon for the eyelid creases to appear asymmetric as well. Discuss you concerns with your surgeon, but...
Given your medical history of Hashimoto's and a positive test for the Centromere antibody associated with CREST syndrome, it is important to consult with both your rheumatologist and your plastic surgeon to discuss the safety and feasibility of undergoing a brow lift and upper blepharoplasty...
