How do I know if there is enough skin to revise an upper eyelid surgery? (Photo)

February 10, 2023

Hello I need an expert surgeon on upper eyelid scar revision. I had an upper eyelid surgery 2 years ago and complications occurred. Severe scarring in right eye and unsightly. When I use a pair of tweezers and I can grab eyelid skin and still close my eye. How do I know if there is enough skin to revise. I just visited a surgeon who said I don't have enough skin but with eyes closed I can use tweezers and grab skin and my eye stays closed no problem. How do I know if I have enough skin?

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February 13, 2023

Answer: You have enough skin.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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February 13, 2023

Answer: You have enough skin.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 27, 2023

Answer: Need to come in to consult

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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April 27, 2023

Answer: Need to come in to consult

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
February 15, 2023

Answer: Listen to your surgeon.

Sean T. Lille, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 15, 2023

Answer: Listen to your surgeon.

Sean T. Lille, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 16, 2023

Answer: Revise Eyelid Surgery

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
February 16, 2023

Answer: Revise Eyelid Surgery

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
February 15, 2023

Answer: Recommendation

February 15, 2023

Answer: Recommendation

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