Uneven eyes after upper eyelid surgery, 3 months post op, is this normal or will I need revision? (Photos)

August 8, 2022
Asked By:cococo11

Hello, I've had upper eyelid surgery 3 months ago, and post op had awful swelling and bruising especially in my right eye (left on photo). Till now I can see that the right eye looks different from the left and from prior, the crease is higher but the eye alone is smaller. Also the left eye (right on photo) has a thin skin fold and the tissue underneath is a bit raised, while on the right eye it's more sunken and the fold is not natural to my eye. My doctor tells me there is still some fluid and scar needs longer time to heal. I am concerned it will stay this way and my eyes won't be close to symmetry (as I know I shouldn't expect 100% symmetry). Curious to know whether in my situation time will heal or I will need revision surgery. Many thanks in advance!

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September 25, 2023

Answer: It is essential to have a photograph of you with your eyes open to understand your concerns.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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September 25, 2023

Answer: It is essential to have a photograph of you with your eyes open to understand your concerns.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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