Alternatively, removing anterior fat may unmask the underlying proptosis, and care should be exercised. 1992; 99:222. This can also lead to corneal dellen formation, or a dry cornea can break down de novo. If deeper scarring requires release, it should be done at the time of skin graft placement. In Asian and Black patients, CO2 laser can be safely used inside the skin for fat removal, but laser skin incisions are to be avoided in these patients due to increased risk of scar hypertrophy and dyspigmentation. and JavaScript. The information on RealSelf is intended for educational purposes only. 1, pp. One of the signs of imminent damage to the muscle is excess bleeding. Excess fat removal or raising a crease unnaturally high can lead to a hollowed-out appearance in the upper eyelids. Dermatitis: Chronic dermatitis caused by redundant skin is an indication for surgery. Improved vision needs to be monitored by hospital staff or by the patient for stability for 1 to 3 days after treatment is stopped. T. R. Hester, The trans-blepharoplasty approach to lower lid and midfacial rejuvenation revisted: the role and technique of canthoplasty, Aesthetic Surgery Journal, vol. The rhomboid flap is an effective quick and simple technique for medial canthal reconstruction. 1, pp. Before discharge, wounds are checked for bleeding and dehiscence. Special attention to quality, quantity, and symmetry of eyelid skin, Absence or presence and height of eyelid creases, Eyebrows and upper and lower eyelid margin position. Cautery to achieve hemostasis may affect nerve or muscle. Patients typically are seen after blepharoplasty surgery or trauma with both cosmetic and functional (visual-field obstruction in lateral gaze) deficits. There is a wide range of cost/fee due to the condition of the patient and the procedures involved. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 2004; 20:426. Also, the position of the lower lid must be such that bringing it up that amount will not cover the inferior iris excessively. Swelling and bruising you may have will be virtually gone by day 10. Temporary sutures may approximate the skin before application of the glue. Slider with three articles shown per slide. Removal or preservation of fat and muscle can help achieve these goals. 4350, 1985. Postoperative patches and bandages are removed in the recovery room to permit early detection of postoperative bleeding. The solution to a problem is not always more cutting, however intuitively appealing the anticipated result might sound. Ophthalmic Surg 1990; 21:85. Ive become really sad as my eyes were pretty before, esp my right which is the one he has botched. Upper blepharoplasty can yield significant functional and aesthetic benefits for patients. While we do connect people with vetted, board-certified doctors, we dont provide medical consultations, diagnosis, or advice. 2, pp. Patient selection and patient satisfaction. Early injection takes advantage of the time required to move, position, prep, and drape the patient, during which time the anesthetic will take effect. This is due to more rapid and wider diffusion of the local anaesthetic agent, affecting other structures such as cranial nerves. The authors favor CO2 laser blepharoplasty with a trans-conjunctival lower lid approach. Visualized and palpated scar is released aggressively in the postblepharoplasty retraction circumstance, so the lid is freed from attachments to the inferior orbital rim. If a definite levator laceration is observed, it should be repaired if it is causing ptosis. Canthal rounding has been reported following periocular tumour or trauma reconstruction [4, 5]. All patients except one reported good surgical outcomes, defined as cosmetically and functionally acceptable result to the patient and surgeon, after one procedure. 1g). Adams J, Murray R. The general approach to the difficult patient. Skin lying on the eyelashes produces discomfort independent of obstructed visual axis. Am J Ophthalmol 1996;121:677. 2011;27:42630. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg. G. W. Jelks and E. B. Jelks, Repair of lower lid deformities, Clinics in Plastic Surgery, vol. Remove granulation tissue and freshen wound edges. 1a). My right eye looks hollow, its also webbed which doc says is easy to tweak with just one stitch. The assistance of your strabismus-oriented colleagues can be occasionally very helpful if the deficit persists. 1d and 1e). The use of the CO2 laser and maintaining a dry surgical field with bipolar cautery or by defocusing the CO2 laser will minimize the occurrence of postoperative ecchymosis. Ptosis of varying degree is common for patients to experience the day after upper lid blepharoplasty. Rarely is bony decompression, either at bedside through the inferomedial floor or more fully in the operating room, required. This is a retrospective case series describing the technique using illustrative cases from across three sites (London [UK], Adelaide [Australia], Sydney [Australia]). Severe corneal scarring secondary to severe lagophthalmos after blepharoplasty done in a patient with Thyroid Eye Disease. Obviously, blepharoplasty surgery is performed very close to the globe, and the potential for injury to the globe exists. A full-eye examination includes vision, motility, strabismus, orbital, or eyelid asymmetry, exophthalmos, brow ptosis, and asymmetry, ptosis, lid retraction, lid fold height, inferior scleral show, lid laxity, entropion, ectropion, dry eye assessment. I am also very wary of risk. Upper eyelid spacer grafts such as sclera or tarsus are best avoided, as they are unnecessary and can be unsightly and palpable to the patient. Figure 3 shows an example of lagophthalmos secondary to the overcorrection of the upper lid. In equivocal cases, a posterior lamellar graft can be tried first, and the patient warned that a following procedure with a skin graft may be necessary. On examination of the patient, the surgeon must look for ophthalmic and periocular disease by history and a full-eye examination. 1997;13:849. 1828, 1996. Laser can be used to expose the superficial fibers of the levator for incorporation into the skin closure. Superior oblique muscle and trochlea can be vulnerable to surgical trauma because of their anterior position in the orbit (Plast Reconstr Surg 2001;108:2137). We report a technique for canthoplasty repair of canthal rounding with the use of illustrative cases. Significant medial canthal tendon laxity (see above) N. Shorr, J. D. Christenbury, and R. A. Goldberg, Tarsoconjunctival grafts for upper eyelid cicatricial entropion, Ophthalmic Surgery, vol. J. H. Oestreicher, N. K. Pang, and W. Liao, Treatment of lower eyelid retraction by retractor release and posterior lamellar grafting: an analysis of 659 eyelids in 400 patients, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. How risky is this to correct and when is it safe to do? Medial canthal webbing seen after upper lid blepharoplasy done by a dermatologist. In the early postoperative period, small interventions can make a big difference in the ultimate outcome. With our technique, we make use of the excess horizontal tissue to create the flaps, which in turn are folded and secured to realign the canthal angle discrepancies. Those who recover fastest compress through most of the first night as well. Plast Reconstr Surg 2010; 125:1017. Orbital hematoma, ectropion, and scleral show, Clinics in Plastic Surgery, vol. It aims to improve the appearance of the lower eyelids by addressing skin laxity, fat prominence, and adjusting the lower eyelid position. Effective techniques do exist to treat most, if not all, complications, which may arise. Globe injury can occur with the CO2 laser, with a steel scalpel, or with local anaesthetic injection. The risks are significant and include brief effect, scarring and tissue irregularities, uneven contours, and ptosis and lid retraction. Early recognition and aggressive massage will eliminate the majority of cases. Bruising and swelling typically lasts 1014 days after surgery. Dupuis C, Rees TD: Historical notes on blepharoplasty. 2, pp. CO2 skin resurfacing is useful to address skin redundancy and festoons (in patients with appropriate skin types). Despite the use of a lidocaine/marcaine mixture for local anesthetic, it is important to note that this form of diplopia is always gone by the next day. Assess degree of lacrimal gland prolapse. Antibiotic ointment may be placed over incision. Allergies and a list of medications should be noted. The canthal rounding is split into its anterior and posterior lamellae using a 15-blade followed by Westcott spring scissors (Fig. CAS The lower lateral marking is extended to the orbital rim or end of the eyebrow and may course superiorly or follow existing creases to meet the upper mark. However with skin closure, this scar generally blends well with the normal smile lines in the lateral canthal area. b The canthal rounding is split into its anterior and posterior lamellae. Meticulous preoperative planning, including precise measurements and noting any asymmetry in facial features, should be a routine for every surgeon. When excess upper eyelid skin obstructs vision, it affects daily activities. It requires medial canthal scar revision with multiple z-plasty. In addition to primary closure of the skin, attention may focus on creation of symmetric and well-positioned eyelid creases. Patients with progressive edema, pruritus, and discomfort despite antibiotic therapy and cessation of topical ointments may have PACU. Fat removal will help the first two causes, and laser skin resurfacing can aid the third if the pigment is relatively superficial. How do you handle them? It has also caused the skin to be stretched down tight onto my nose from the bridge to the incision. Figure 2 shows an example of upper lid retraction secondary to upper lid overcorrection. Elimination of topical allergy, and occasionally short-term topical steroid use are helpful. Heinze JB, Hueston JT. In patients with extremely excessive skin, low-set brows, previous brow lift, or previous blepharoplasty, particular care must be taken. Copyright 2012 James Oestreicher and Sonul Mehta. The flaps are secured into their new positions with interrupted vicryl 6/0 sutures (Fig. 426432, 2004. Dermatol Surg 2005; 31:553. Complications of blepharoplasty can be minor or serious. Assess nasal fat pad and preaponeurotic fat pad protrusion. This is because most patients will initially experience small amounts of lagophthalmos from ongoing local anaesthetic effect on the orbicularis, swelling, and stiffness of the eyelids. The skin taken has made a hollow that makes the overhang look worse. Clinical characteristics of cold-induced systemic reactions in acquired cold urticaria syndromes: recommendations for prevention of this complication and a proposal for a diagnostic classification of cold urticaria. 103, no. Reassuring the patient that privacy will be maintained helps facilitate the patients ability to articulate his or her desired outcome. One must be careful to note patients with poorly developed midfacial bony structure where the lower lids already sit low, and where the potential for postoperative retraction is much higher. After 24 hours of spinal-trauma dose level of steroids (solumedrol 30mg/kg bolus over 15 minutes followed by 5.4mg/kg per hour) without response, one can discontinue the drug, possibly after repeat imaging. Due to the inability to close the eyelid, intractable exposure keratitis can result. The surgical technique was developed by one of the senior authors (NJ). Vertically oriented upper eyelid nerves: a clinical, anatomical and immunohistochemical study. 1, no. The alternative argument is that epinephrine vasoconstriction is followed by rebound vasodilation, which may actually potentiate the risk of postoperative orbital hemorrhage. Interrupted sutures are used to reapproximate the wound edges. 4, pp. There were no peri- or post-operative complications. It is virtually unheard of for this to fail to resolve. Risk factors for postoperative wound dehiscence includes infection, restless sleepers, and even minor postoperative trauma. Lelli GJ, Lisman RD: Blepharoplasty complications. Patients should rest with their head up at least 45 to 60 degrees. 3, pp. 710, 2010. Excess hollowing from aggressive fat removal can be treated by the same enhancement techniques as detailed for the upper eyelids and are subject to the same risks and limitations. A free tarsoconjunctival graft can alternatively be used [2023]. In darker-skinned patients at risk for reactive posttreatment hyperpigmentation, pre and posttreatment with topical Retin-A and bleaching creams can be utilized. 2003;111:44150. Medial canthal webbing occurs when incisions are carried too medially as seen in Figure 9. A partial improvement may be achieved with a posterior lamellar graft and horizontal tightening alone. 107, no. CT scan is important, but only after initial decompression treatment has been carried out. The patient had symptomatic exposure keratitis despite copious lubrication and taping the eyelids closed at night. Dry eye symptoms may worsen if there is a decreased blink after removal of orbicularis muscle. If a third finger is required to recruit skin by pushing the mid face up, skin grafting or possible mid face lifting may be necessary. M. J. Hawes and G. A. Jamell, Complications of tarsoconjunctival grafts, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Massry GG. 2. a Patient 2: Right lateral canthal rounding following tumour excision and reconstructionsingle flap technique. Cold urticaria or history of hives, anaphylaxis, or swelling after contact with cold objects may cause increased swelling postoperatively. This is particularly important if incisions are made with the CO2 laser. Ophthalmology. 367373, 1972. G. J. Leilli and R. D. Lieman, Blepharoplasty complications, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. One approach to assuring that sufficient skin remains for complete closure of the eyelid is the 20mm rule. Emerg Med Clin North Am 1998; 16:689. 11, pp. Plast Reconstr Surg 1978; 61:347. I had strange eyes that if tired could look so puffy/saggy but if not they were near perfect (a little excess always present left side). This can improve lagophthalmos without visible external incisions or the risk of induced ptosis or unsightly skin grafts when used. PubMedGoogle Scholar. Patient discomfort from suture removal is minimized by using Jewellers forceps and sharp Vannas scissors. I have had a lower and upper blepharoplasty about 15 years ago, then I had my uppers done again about 4 years ago, but I had my lowers done again about 1year ago and because I had had them done previous the surgeon insisted on a hammock stitch at the outer corners of my eye, which has caused webbing! Even a moderate amount can be upsetting to the patient who has always been heavy lidded. Deeper scar release carries the risk of under or overcorrection leading to ptosis or a recurrence of lid retraction. Proper repair is an art in itself. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 2007; 48:4445. In the face of frank orbital hemorrhage with proptosis, a frozen globe, and vision loss, bold measures are called for. Blepharoplasty is an operation to modify the contour and configuration of the eyelids in order to restore a more youthful appearance. Blepharoplasty is a widely practiced successful operation. Sutureless closure of the upper eyelids in blepharoplasty: use of octyl-2-cyanoacrylate. Another useful technique is to leave the traction suture in beyond one week. Laser resurfacing in appropriate patients combined with transconjunctival blepharoplasty and appropriate lid tightening gives a far superior result to conventional exterior blepharoplasty, in terms of scar avoidance, avoidance of eyelid retraction, and a more natural and complete resolution of skin redundancy and rhytids. , attention may focus on creation of symmetric and well-positioned eyelid creases colleagues can be very. 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