I had ptosis surgery ..one eye is bad. Would a blepharoplasty help? (Photo)

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I had ptosis surgery a year ago. My medical insurance paid for it due to the severity of the droop. As a result no excess skin was removed. The result is very disappointing. Would a blethroplasty help?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You will need a blepharoplasty to excise excess skin and you also may need fat injected into the hollow of your one upper eyelid.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Kyle Kimura, MD · Answer

It is hard to tell in the picture, but it also looks like you have some significant brow asymmetry which is contributing to the eyelid asymmetry. A blepharoplasty would certainly help some of the excess skin, but I would be concerned this would not address the overall asymmetry which likely includes the asymmetric brows. I would highly encourage you to discuss whether a brow lift would help in addition to blepharoplasty during any consultation. Hope this helps and best of luck!

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I think you’re out, is based on how your previous procedure was performed.
I don’t think skin is why you have your current appearance.
Successful treatment solutions should be aimed at treating the underlying problem.
In your case it’s most likely to the previous ptosis Surgery. A revision of that procedure is most likely your best option whether that include skin removal or not.
look for senior oculoplastic surgeons with extensive experience in your community.
find the right provider may require having multiple in person consultations.
you’ll have to use your own judgment in regards to who has sufficient skill and experience.
I suggest asking each provider to open up their portfolio and show you their entire collection of before and after pictures of previous patients who had the most similar initial problem as your own.
 good luck,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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