Blepharoplasty Transconjunctival vs Skin Pinch/Incision? (photos)

January 27, 2016
Asked By:Vivianvera in Seattle, WA

I've had 4 consultations for lower Blepharoplasty. Three said they would just do the Transconjunctival procedure and one said he would add a skin pinch/small incision at the outer corner of my lower lid to tighten the skin. Are there risks to that procedure? Like would it make the lower eyelid sag or loose elasticity? I want to completely eliminate the bags and minimize wrinkles. Whats the best way to do this? Should I skip the skin pinch and work with lasers or just go for the full treatment?

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Answer: Transconjunctival plus laser resurfacing

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February 1, 2022

Answer: Transconjunctival plus laser resurfacing

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Answer: Lower eyelid bags require a customized approach.

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Answer: Lower eyelid bags require a customized approach.

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February 3, 2016

Answer: Our Best Eye

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February 3, 2016

Answer: Our Best Eye

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Answer: Eyelids

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February 1, 2016

Answer: Fat grafting to elevate the lid-cheek junction #plasticsurgery #fatgrafting

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Answer: Fat grafting to elevate the lid-cheek junction #plasticsurgery #fatgrafting

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