I had upper blepharoplasty three months ago, my right eye has healed perfectly with no problems, however my left eye has an almost "baggy" appearance just above the eye socket (scar line) towards the outer area of the eye. My surgeon has explained that the scar tissue is in a phase of slight contracture and this often creates excessive skin just above it. However, I have not seen any improvement of this area whatsoever. How long would it normally take for this issue to resolve?
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For the last 25 years, we have used trans- conjunctival fat removal lower blepharoplasty to rejuvenate the eyelids. We do not recommend the transcutaneous approach, because it violates the anterior lamella and muscle of the lower lids which can then change to shape of the lower lids. For many...
Surgical healing takes 6 months. For now, all you can do is be patient. It often helps to have your surgeon take photos now and compare them to your photos at six months.
Do not have a blepharoplasty. Your high lid and drooping eye reflects malfunction of the upper lid.See a Board Certified Oculoplastic or Plastic Surgeon for an evaluation of your eyes, determining the cause and best way to correct it. It is possible the eyebrow piercing affected the muscle that...
