In : In the hands of an experienced eyelid surgeon (www.Asoprs.Org) complications are rare. Excessive bleeding, infection and need for more surgery are risks of any surgery. I stress that these are very rare. Stop all blood thinners, stop smoking and find an expert and you'll do well.
Answered 10/3/2016
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In : In experienced hands risks are quite rare with blepharoplasty surgery. Some of the risks vary depending on whether the upper or lower lids are involved. General risks of surgery are bleeding, infection and reaction to the anesthesia. Rare risks including the inability to fully close the eyelid, injury to the vision and double vision are extremely rare.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Eyelid surgery: Risks of surgery include bleeding, infection, scars, dry eyes, asymmetry, and eyelid malposition. Risks are often dependent on your current medical condition http://www.Dassmd.Com/eyelid-surgery/index.Html.
Answered 10/23/2017
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Potentially: Potential complications can be infection, bleeding, asymmetry, skin cysts along the incision, poor healing and retractions.
Answered 2/25/2014
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Several: Blepharoplasty is a safe procedure when performed by an experienced plastic surgeon. Risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, asymmetry, dry eye, eye irritation, ectropion, conjunctival or muscle injury, or need for revision.
Answered 5/6/2016
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