In addition to the blepharoplasties, I had 50% removal of my left lacrimal gland due enlargement and pain (chronic dacryadenitis). I also had removal of a granuloma probably cause by a steroid injection. While I'm happy that the removal was able to be done through the eyelid incision, I'm unhappy with the asymmetry of my eyes. Do you think this is still lingering swelling? I also still have malar swelling. Thank you.
August 12, 2014
Answer: 6 weeks post-op bleph You are still healing at 6 weeks. Your surgeon also had to do more work on the left side with the lacrimal gland. this will cause more edema and slower healing. It still appears that you have some inflammation and edema, so be patient and much of this may still improve.
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August 12, 2014
Answer: 6 weeks post-op bleph You are still healing at 6 weeks. Your surgeon also had to do more work on the left side with the lacrimal gland. this will cause more edema and slower healing. It still appears that you have some inflammation and edema, so be patient and much of this may still improve.
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Answer: Eyelid asymmetry post surgery It is very common to have asymmetry post surgery, especially since you didn't just have eyelid surgery but surgery deeper to the skin. I would wait and it should improve. It can take up to 6 months to get the final result and I would recommend waiting that long before entertaining doing anything else surgical. Remember that sometimes there are non surgical options for slight asymmetries as well but it is essential to allow for healing before traumatizing the tissue any more with another procedure.
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Answer: Eyelid asymmetry post surgery It is very common to have asymmetry post surgery, especially since you didn't just have eyelid surgery but surgery deeper to the skin. I would wait and it should improve. It can take up to 6 months to get the final result and I would recommend waiting that long before entertaining doing anything else surgical. Remember that sometimes there are non surgical options for slight asymmetries as well but it is essential to allow for healing before traumatizing the tissue any more with another procedure.
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