Where is the incision exactly on transconjunctival surgery?

March 4, 2014
Asked By:Eyedidit in Saugus, MA

I can't figure out how this scarring or sutures don't rub on your eyeball after surgery since it's on the inside. I am especially curious because i wear contact lenses.

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March 7, 2014

Answer: Transconjunctival blepharoplasty incisions are hidden inside the eyelid.

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March 7, 2014

Answer: Transconjunctival blepharoplasty incisions are hidden inside the eyelid.

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March 8, 2014

Answer: Transconj Bleph

Ashlin Alexander, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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March 8, 2014

Answer: Transconj Bleph

Ashlin Alexander, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
March 7, 2014

Answer: Transconj bleph

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
March 7, 2014

Answer: Transconj bleph

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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March 6, 2014

Answer: Transconjunctival Eyelid Surgery

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Answer: Transconjunctival Eyelid Surgery

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