I am looking into getting upper blepharoplasty for my right eye (local anaesthesia) because the eyelid is fairly droopy and I want them to match. I am just wondering how safe the procedure is? Specifically in terms of blindness? Is blindness a risk and how likely is it? What would cause blindness after this procedure?
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Hello AH. Sorry to hear about your situation. It appears from the photos and your description that you may have some residual darkening that is caused by the bruising. This may resolve on it's own, but we find for some medium and darker skin types that it can take an extremely long time an...
At 4 days post op, it is really too soon to judge your results. Your chalazions may very well completely heal on their own. Call your surgeon to discuss your concerns, but for now, be patient and kind to yourself as your body heals. My best,
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Hi Kaseyr,Thanks for your question and your photos. I agree with the majority that botox would help soften the lines but not make them completely go away. Surgery at your age would be too agree and could lead to an outcome that may not improve but worsen your smile. A strip of muscle would need...
