Corrective surgery after blepharoplasty

The main problems after blepharoplasty.

The eyes are a distinctive feature of each person, and any problem or abnormality in them often goes unnoticed. Sometimes, trying to correct a cosmetic defect can lead to a more serious problem if we don’t seek the help of expert professionals and eyelid surgery specialists like Dr. Nieto.

After a blepharoplasty with inadequate or unsatisfactory results, many patients come to Dr. Nieto’s office for corrective surgery to resolve the problems caused by the operation.

Lower eyelid retraction

One of the most common reasons for consultation is lower eyelid retraction, caused by scarring of the internal tissues of the eyelid that reduces its mobility.

This causes a rounded eye and leads to eye discomfort in the form of chronic irritation, dry eyes, and corneal problems. Lower eyelid retraction can be caused by overly aggressive surgery or by removing too much skin.

To restore the almond shape of the eye, Dr. Nieto performs a cheek lift technique that elevates the eyelid without resorting to unsightly skin grafts.

Upper eyelid retraction

Another cause of unsatisfactory results after blepharoplasty is upper eyelid retraction due to excessive removal of skin and muscle, excessive or insufficient removal of fat pads, asymmetries, or failure to treat palpebral ptosis (drooping eyelid) at the time of performing the procedure. upper blepharoplasty.

Corrective blepharoplasty surgery can resolve most of these problems, but caution should be exercised when recommending a repeat operation for a previously operated patient.

It is very important for the doctor and patient to have a good understanding and to set reasonable expectations for the patient.

In non-urgent cases (without ocular involvement) it may be preferable to wait at least 3 months before undergoing a new blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery.