Uneven eyelids after Asian double eyelid surgery - what can be done to make eyes even? (photos)

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Hello I am 1 month post op Asian double eyelid surgery with Ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty. When I got out of the surgery I immediately noticed my left eye was way more lifted up compared to the right side. I brushed it off as swelling, but as I am healing I am noticing my eyes are still very uneven and my left eye doesn’t seem to be going down. If this doesn’t go down further what can be done to make it even with my right eye?

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Significant swelling is normal and to be expected after Asian eyelid surgery, especially if an incisional technique was used.  Once the initial swelling resolves in 1-3 months the crease (if properly created during surgery) should become better defined. The appearance and height of your creases will continue to change as your eyelids heal and the swelling resolves over the course of this year.  Symmetry will likely improve as you heal, but follow up closely with your surgeon to ensure the best results.  @drdonyoo

Uneven eyelids after Asian double eyelid surgery - what can be done to make eyes even? (photos)

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