Eyelid surgery fix: If too much skin is removed during a blepharoplasty procedure, patients may have difficulty closing their eyes which in turn can cause dry eye and irritation. If necessary a skin graft or tightening procedure (canthoplexy) can be performed to correct the overly aggressive surgery. It is important to speak to you surgeon if you are having these issues.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes: The best answer depends on the details of your situation. Seek consultation with an experienced facial plastics or oculoplastic surgeon. In the meantime, be sure to use plenty of artificial tears and eye lubricant at night to prevent corneal damage from the dryness. If you are having vision changes, pain in the eyes, etc make sure you seen your eye doctor asap.
Answered 4/24/2019
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Yes..: ...But it's not easy. Sometimes a skin graft is required, if its the upper eyelid that's involved. Sometimes a cheeklift or canthopexy can help if it's the lower eyelid that's involved. Seek out an expert in this specialized area.
Answered 2/2/2015
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Revision Surgery: This can be a challenge but is very important to be addressed do that exposure or the cornea can be prevented. Make sure to see a board certified plastic or oculoplastic surgeon. Sometimes it may just need time and massage. Sometimes revision surgery can challenging.
Answered 2/2/2015
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