Can a Canthoplasty fix my post blepharoplasty lid shortening? (photos)

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I am 4 mo po from a transcutaneous with canthopexy and skin pinch. My eyes seem to keep shortening laterally and I look very unnatural and bad. I didn't know this was even possible. Is there any solution? My upper bleph scars are also very bad at the outer corners. It feels like I'm very hollow there now so the deep scars create bubbles and bunches. My eyes are very bunched and pinched in the corners. Is there a solution?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Your lateral canthus is somewhat displaced. However without an actual physical examination, it is impossible to know precisely what the best option for your situation. It is possible in some eyelids to perform isolated lateral canthoplasty to restore the eyelid shape. However, in many of these eyelids, more is needed to reconstruct the appearance of the eyelid. There is a wide range of options. The key is determine the right approach for a particular set of eyelids and that can not be determine by photographs. Your eyes can be your best feature.

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Regret2022,

The short answer here is that you are still very early in the healing process.  The question is, why are there 2 sets of post blepharoplasty photographs, "now" and "4 months."  Follow up with your surgeon and pose your questions.  He/she will likely tell you to remain patient while healing and any concerns can be re-addressed at that time.  Good luck!

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