Curious about cause of lower eyelid retraction (Photo)
July 24, 2024
Asked By:lucille88. in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
I underwent lower blepharoplasty over 6 months ago, resulting in mild retraction to my left lower lid. The lower lid is now thick, with either persistent swelling or possibly a slight Entropion. I frequently struggle with dry eye now, both are very gritty, red and uncomfortable a large proportion of the time. I’m curious as to whether this requires scar release, or whether something else is going on. I’m also wondering what the risks of repair being unsuccessful or resulting in further issues.
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July 24, 2024
Answer: In Australia you have limited reconstructive options.
This surgery was performed for cosmetic purposes, and for someone with cosmetic expectations(and also your retraction is not that much), I don't think a skin graft is a very good idea. I also don't think canthoplasty alone is sufficient. I believe lower eyelid elevation, by lifting the posterior...
You have mild post blepharoplasty lower eyelid retraction. However, you also have bilateral upper eyelid retraction. Lateral canthoplasty will not resolve your issues. You should be skeptical of this as a proposed fix for your issues. You would benefit from a very detailed in person assessment...
I am so sorry you have these issues but there is help, You can stop massaging the lower eyelids. This generally is ineffective and it is not helping you. Both lower eyelids need reconstruction. I recommend the use of a vertical midface lift supported by a custom made ePTFE orbital rim implant. A...
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