426432, 2004. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 2002; 18:45. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg. Aesthet Surg J 2009; 29:87. Postoperative eyelid numbness involving the upper eyelid skin and eyelashes is an expected outcome after upper blepharoplasty and typically resolves over 2 to 4 months. 1% or 2% lidocaine with 1:100,000200,000 units of epinephrine is typically used, sometimes with the addition of hyaluronidase. such as yours can be softened with a z-plasty in the crease itself. 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. However, this was not encountered in our patient group. Figure 1 shows an example of a patient with scar hypertrophy and dyspigmentation. The two fuse low in the upper eyelid, so the inexperienced surgeon is well advised to open the septum high up where there is a good barrier of preaponeurotic fat underneath to protect the levator. Emerg Med Clin North Am 1998; 16:689. Lid crease asymmetry is usually corrected by raising the lower eyelid crease. There were five men and seven women. If a second finger is required in the central eyelid pushing upward, usually a posterior-lamellar graft is required. It is important to tailor the incision upwards at the lateral extent or the hooding will persist. In younger patients, crease formation by skin fixation to the anterior tarsal plate rather than the levator aponeurosis avoids ectropion of the upper eyelid margin and superior migration of the fold. 1j and 1k). h Flap is marked. 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. Pers Soc Psychol Bull 2003; 29:885. A. N. Hass, R. B. Penne, M. A. Stefanyszyn, and J. C. Flanagan, Incidence of postblepharoplasty orbital hemorrhage and associated visual loss, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Topical and systemic antibiotics are utilized due to the open wounds, and their repair is planned electively in 1 to 2 weeks if they do not close on their own. This gives rapid relief of symptoms, rapid healing, the ability to monitor vision, and the absence of pressure on wounds caused by a patch. If suspicious that an orbital hemorrhage has occurred, laser eye protectors (metallic scleral contact lenses) block vision and must be removed to assess the visual acuity. Remove granulation tissue and freshen wound edges. Severe corneal scarring secondary to severe lagophthalmos after blepharoplasty done in a patient with Thyroid Eye Disease. Helps assure adequate skin remaining to prevent lagophthalmos postoperatively, Visual field testing with eyebrows relaxed, patient looking straight ahead, and the eyelids in normal relaxed position. Partial removal of orbicularis muscle over the medial eyelid area with grafting of medial fat into the lateral sub-brow area has been proposed to restore youthful contours (Fezza J, OPRS 2012;28:446). 49, no. Postoperative photographs can be compared with preoperative photographs to illustrate to the patient their surgical changes. Postoperative eyelid edema and levator edema are common and are temporary causes of ptosis. Graves disease: Heaviness of upper lids associated with proptosis may be indication, but disease specific concerns that require special caution include, Dryness related to lacrimal gland inflammation, Exacerbated appearance of proptosis with reduced hooding, Chronic postoperative inflammation related to primary disease, Emotional vulnerability related to thyroidopathy. Internet Explorer). The punctum is a useful landmark for the upper lid and lower lid incision. (Remember there is an increased rate of dehiscence of the periosteal attachment in these circumstances.) Lateral traction was placed with a finger to the canthal web to displace the fold of . The subciliary skin muscle flap approach to the fat pads is avoided if at all possible. Posttreatment admission to hospital is recommended, with close visual acuity monitoring, head elevation, ice water compresses, intravenous steroids until 24 hours of stable vision have been noted, as well as imaging with CT scanning. All patients except one reported good surgical outcomes, defined as cosmetically and functionally acceptable result to the patient and surgeon, after one procedure. Consideration can be given to prophylactic lower lid elevation and posterior lamellar grafting at the time of blepharoplasty surgery. A partial improvement may be achieved with a posterior lamellar graft and horizontal tightening alone. Relative merits and disadvantages of addressing concurrent blepharoptosis, eyebrow ptosis, eyelid retraction, and other sources of eyelid, eyebrow and orbital asymmetry can be included in the discussion on proposed blepharoplasty. 12, no. e. Patient 12: Left lateral canthal rounding following blepharoplastysingle flap technique. Burroughs JR, Patrinely JR, Nugent JS, et al: Soparkar CNS, Anderson RL, Pennington J H. Cold urticaria: an underrecognized cause of postsurgical periorbital swelling. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg. If the incision line is a slightly thick and red at 4 weeks, then time, massage, and vitamin E cream is useful. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 1999;15:378. R. R. Tenzel, Complications of blepharoplasty. A slit lamp examination and Schirmers test are necessary in this authors view. Flash photography documents the MRD and corneal light reflex as well any eyelid skin resting on the eyelashes. Many older patients do not have tearing with one obstructed canaliculus due to decreased tear production. May be due to inadvertent trauma, poor wound healing, excessive tension, early suture removal, and infection. Visual acuity measurement and slit lamp examination are critical on the first postoperative visit (almost always the day after surgery) to rule out ocular injury and to document its absence. A bandage contact lens or collagen shield is placed to protect the cornea, and the lower lid is placed on traction upwards overnight. Milder eyelid laxity is treated by a form of lateral canthal tendon plication at the time of lower lid blepharoplasty, and dehiscence here is less common and of milder extent, and hence can usually be managed supportively [7]. Alternatively, removing anterior fat may unmask the underlying proptosis, and care should be exercised. Patients with vitiligo may have an increased risk of hypopigmentation. Is there help out there? It requires medial canthal scar revision with multiple z-plasty. 99, no. The authors favor CO2 laser blepharoplasty with a trans-conjunctival lower lid approach. Is it possible my plastic surgeon injured my tear duct by cutting too far in? Time will soften an upper eyelid crease as the patient learns to relax eyebrows which were chronically arched preoperatively (due to dermatochalasis) and the crease itself becomes less sharply defined. Persistent diplopia beyond the first day will often resolve with eye movement or fusion exercises, if there is no gross deficit. The most serious complication following upper blepharoplasty, Rare, with an estimated incidence of 1:20,000 (Ophthal Surg 1990;21:85). An allergist should guide the workup and management of this condition. 3, pp. Juniat, V., Joshi, S., Hersh, D. et al. Information collected for our illustrative cases include patient demographics, diagnosis, complications, outcomes and further treatment. On examination of the patient, the surgeon must look for ophthalmic and periocular disease by history and a full-eye examination. Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery is a remarkably diverse specialty, ranging from maxillofacial trauma and reconstruction to facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, cleft surgery, microvascular surgery, facial cosmetic procedures, and pain control. If brow ptosis is present, straight-ahead photograph with eyebrows elevated by the patient demonstrates compensation. Unfortunately, even with careful patient selection and surgical planning, and an uneventful perioperative period, some patients may be dissatisfied with their results. In addition, supporting structures such as canthal tendons are tightened. Will I need an eventual revision? Thank you for visiting nature.com. Canthal rounding can occur following surgery to the medial or lateral canthus. B. C. K. Patel, M. Patipa, R. L. Anderson, and W. McLeish, Management of postblepharoplasty lower eyelid retraction with hard palate grafts and lateral tarsal strip, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Patients should rest with their head up at least 45 to 60 degrees. The skin and orbicularis oculi muscle form the anterior layers of the upper eyelid. In darker-skinned patients at risk for reactive posttreatment hyperpigmentation, pre and posttreatment with topical Retin-A and bleaching creams can be utilized. The patient can be instructed in upward massage to keep infection and scarring minimized and alleviate retraction. Due to the complexity and intricate nature of eyelid anatomy, complications do exist. Laser eye protectors are essential if the CO2 laser is utilized, but there must be enough ocular lubrication present to avoid a corneal abrasion when they are inserted or removed. In addition, placement of an upper lid traction suture is important or the skin graft will be ineffective [79]. Patient discomfort from suture removal is minimized by using Jewellers forceps and sharp Vannas scissors. Not only the surgeon but also the patient should be aware of preoperative asymmetry and the potential for minor touch up operations. An aesthetically pleasing eye has an almond shape with superior arc that peaks medially 27 and a slight upward inclination of the lateral canthal angle (positive canthal tilt). Photos in Fig. Patient education and cold avoidance are the primary means of treatment. 21, no. lateral hooding looks worse than before.The right side has raised lumpy scarring which runs a little too far in, probably why I have the web? 11, pp. These are investigated and followed in the normal fashion for such conditions. Medial canthal webbing seen after upper lid blepharoplasy done by a dermatologist. Note the widened aperture but rounding recurrence. The experienced surgeon who is certain that the levator muscle and aponeurosis was identified and preserved during surgery will not be alarmed. Figure 2 shows an example of upper lid retraction secondary to upper lid overcorrection. The addition of epinephrine to local anesthetic solutions prolongs the duration of action of the anesthetic agent and may reduce intraoperative bleeding. Retroauricular skin is often available and is a good substitute for eyelid skin. Filling in the hollowed areas can be problematic. 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. Anyone you share the following link with will be able to read this content: Sorry, a shareable link is not currently available for this article. 316320, 1988. Visual field loss increases the risk of falls in older adults: the Salisbury Eye Evaluation. Retrobulbar hemorrhage is a form of compartment syndrome, with pressure rising abruptly within the fixed 4 walls of the orbit. Lowers were performed with transcutaneous approach. Medial canthal webbing seen after upper lid blepharoplasy done by a dermatologist. In the Asian upper eyelid, there is a lower fusion point between the orbital septum and the levator aponeurosis, which allows orbital fat to descend further down in addition to the increased fat in the preseptal fibroadipose layer. Postoperatively, the patient can aid recovery with a few simple interventionsice water compresses and head elevation. Excessive bruising can lead to a prolonged recovery, infection, cicatrisation, and skin pigmentation. 2, pp. 20, no. Secondary revision surgery should remain an option during follow-up treatment and should be considered normal and occasionally necessary within weeks to months after surgery. Several surgical techniques exist for addressing canthal rounding, but they are not described in the literature. If concerned, the patient can be observed until signs of improvement are noted. 9, pp. Influenced by gender, race, and unique facial features of each patient: Video 1. Robi N. Maamari, Philip L. Custer, Steven M. Couch, Varajini Joganathan, Bhupendra C. K. Patel, Jonathan H. Norris, Jennifer Danesh, Shoaib Ugradar, Daniel B Rootman, Terence W. Ang, Valerie Juniat, Dinesh Selva, Mostafa M. Diab, Richard C. Allen, Kareem B. Elessawy, Eye More effect (in terms of lifting skin off the eyelashes) for less skin excision can be achieved by creating a higher lid crease during the blepharoplasty. The amount of lagophthalmos must be such that lower lid elevation would eliminate it. J. P. Gunter and F. L. Hackney, A simplified transblepharoplasty subperiosteal cheek lift, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Control of obvious bleeding points, if present is important. Asian eyelid includes a pretarsal fat pad and may include more volume in the preaponeurotic fat pads. It was used by Karl Ferdinand von Graefe in 1818 when describing eyelid repair after removal of skin cancer (Plast Reconstr Surg 1971;47:246). 8, no. Massage and steroid injections can help. Reassuring the patient that privacy will be maintained helps facilitate the patients ability to articulate his or her desired outcome. http://tabanmd.com/gallery/revisional-eyelid/ Helpful Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology ( 302) 21, no. 21962208, 1998. Occasionally, incision lines may look hypertrophied, particularly in keloid-forming patients. In the face of frank orbital hemorrhage with proptosis, a frozen globe, and vision loss, bold measures are called for. Wilhelmi BJ, Mowlavi A, Neumeister, MW. 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. Even well-adjusted patients will perceive and focus on asymmetry caused by bruising and swelling or discomfort during the early postoperative period. This can improve lagophthalmos without visible external incisions or the risk of induced ptosis or unsightly skin grafts when used. The same principle applies in lower lid fat removal to protect the inferior oblique. There was one recurrence of rounding, which was noted at the first post-operative review at 2 weeks following surgery. Another outcome noted by patients is asymmetry of lateral hooding reduction. Incidence of postblepharoplasty orbital hemorrhage and associated visual loss. Similarly, conjunctival chemosis caused by a transconjunctival incision and by drying related to lagophthalmos can cover the puncta, again leading to epiphora. 34, no. The lateral canthal angle is reformed to an acute configuration [2426]. M. Patipa, The evaluation and management of lower eyelid retraction following cosmetic surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Steroids can be stopped without taper if administered less than 3 days, even at extremely high doses. This is an open access article distributed under the, Scar Hypertrophy and dyspigmentation after transcutaneous blepharoplasty incisions done elsewhere with CO. Upper lid retraction after upper lid blepharoplasty. G. J. Leilli and R. D. Lieman, Blepharoplasty complications, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Before discharge, wounds are checked for bleeding and dehiscence. Various compositions of bleaching creams have been published, containing combinations of hydroquinone, glycolic acid, kojic acid, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone. It requires medial canthal scar revision with multiple z-plasty. Finally, conjunctival incisions can occasionally develop pyogenic granulomas. 5, pp. 4, pp. It seems my canthoplasty has failed. Gentle cautery applied to the orbital fat may contour and replace the remaining fat posteriorly into the orbit, providing needed volume and fullness. In Asians, the orbital septum fuses to the levator aponeurosis at variable distances below the superior tarsal border, Preaponeurotic fat pad protrusion and a thick subcutaneous fat layer prevent levator fibers from extending toward the skin near the superior tarsal border. 29, no. Treatment includes vitamin E cream, massage, and topical or injected corticosteroids. Lagophthalmos secondary to upper lid overcorrection. 281288, 2002. This skin incision height is often quit low, 3 to 5mm depending on the preoperative consultation measurements. Head elevation and limiting activity may reduce edema. As the surgeon, it is important to be aware of the potential complications of surgery. When skin shortage dictates skin graft placement, the technique is similar to that for other forms of cicatricial ectropion. Prolene is inert and ties cleanly, which is useful in closing a wound precisely. Graded eyelid horizontal tightening is utilized in all but the youngest patients. S. J. Pacella and M. A. Codner, Minor complications after blepharoplasty: dry eyes, chemosis, granulomas, ptosis, and scleral show, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Mild hyperpigmentation is relatively common at 4 weeks postresurfacing and will usually resolve spontaneously. The skin taken has made a hollow that makes the overhang look worse. After marking is complete and before injection of local anesthetic, the lack of skin elasticity may make the marks look irregular and malpositioned. 1, pp. Blood supply to critical structures including the optic nerve become compromised. Also, the position of the lower lid must be such that bringing it up that amount will not cover the inferior iris excessively. The information on RealSelf is intended for educational purposes only. The patient must be a resurfacing candidate to consider this treatment modality (Fitzpatrick skin type, I, II, or III), and the risks of hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation stressed. I feel too much skin was taken medially and not enough at the outer side. I would like to have this corrected as soon as possible and need advice. R. A. Ersek, Transplantation of purified autologous fat: a 3-year follow-up is disappointing, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. The wound may be left open or closed loosely. a The new eyelid margin is marked (dotted line). C. D. McCord Jr. and J. W. Shore, Avoidance of complications in lower lid blepharoplasty, Ophthalmology, vol. Measure skin amount in millimeters between the lower border of the central brow and the eyelash margin. Ice packs or frozen masks are too heavy, which may damage the eyelid tissues or dehisce wounds. 19, no. Therefore, careful incision planning and meticulous surgery will minimize this problem. 1b). Prospective analysis of changes in corneal topography after upper eyelid surgery. 87, no. Canthal rounding has been reported following periocular tumour or trauma reconstruction [4, 5]. If the obstruction is more distal than 8mm from the punctum (unlikely in blepharoplasty surgery), a canaliculo-dacryocystorhinostomy may reconstruct the system. Webs abnormal folds of skin can occur in both areas and are referred to as medial and lateral canthal webs. Identifying patients with body dysmorphic syndrome, dysmorphophobia, or narcissistic behavior helps screen for those who may not be appropriate candidates for surgery. Patients with previously established PACU can still undergo surgery if appropriate safety precautions are followed. McKean-Cowdin R, Varma R, Wu J, et al. Is there a high chance the webbing gets worse or say my lower eyelid droops post surgery? Beyond this time period, one may be over treating the patient and exposing them to additional complications with very little prospect of improvement. Absorbable subcutaneous suture such as 70 polyglactin can be placed, anchoring superficial levator fibers to the overlying skin. Systemic osmotic agents and corticosteroids may be given but do not take the place of prompt pressure release. Open or closed lateral canthoplasty often performed in conjunction with various facial rejuvenation procedures (Taban, OPRS 2010) (e.g., upper- and/or lower-lid blepharoplasty, midface lift) Contraindications. Excessive skin removal may require free full-thickness skin grafting. The procedure can be carried out under local anaesthesia only or in combination with sedation. Globe injury can occur with the CO2 laser, with a steel scalpel, or with local anaesthetic injection. B. Canthal rounding can be cosmetically-unacceptable to patients. 1f). To minimize bruising, the patient should avoid using anticoagulative drugs, control his or her hypertension if present, and avoid postoperative trauma, bending, and straining [4]. One of the signs of imminent damage to the muscle is excess bleeding. 767771, 1990. Im losing faith in him though and am looking elsewhere for revision. The skin then bridges the superomedial hollow of the upper lid in a straight line. Fat pearls, fat injections, dermis fat grafts, and alloplastic injections can be tried. e The posterior flap is folded into its new position. Dry eye symptoms may worsen if there is a decreased blink after removal of orbicularis muscle. Prevent and treat with careful preop evaluation and perioperative artificial tears, ointments, punctal plugs, etc. 2 months post upper, lowers, and canthoplasty. The erythema lasts an average of 3 months in women but can be covered readily with make up after 8 or 9 days. 125, no. Besides webbing and incisions up to my eye brows I have this sagging in my left eye. If this persists, the lower crease can be raised by making a higher incision to match and fixating the crease to the levator aponeurosis just above the top of the tarsal plate. 2011;27:42630. Slider with three articles shown per slide. An unsightly complication following blepharoplasty is webbing of the tissue at the medial or lateral canthus. Allergy Asthma Proc 2003; 24:9. 5, pp. 125, article 1017, 2010. If there is insufficient tissue to create both anterior and posterior flaps, for example in smaller areas of canthal rounding with less conjunctiva available, a modification to the above method to create a single flap can be used instead (DS). f The flaps are secured into their new positions. The surgical technique was developed by one of the senior authors (NJ). If done in the plane of the lateral wall and in the plane of the levator aponeurosis and inferior rectus (i.e., parallel to these structures) in a blunt fashion the risk of significant damage to orbital structures is low. Recognition is key, as is a rapid response. The assistance of your strabismus-oriented colleagues can be occasionally very helpful if the deficit persists. My eyes were lovely and i fear Ive ruined them.I think Im a difficult as my eyes were good before and I wanted just a tweak. The patient will also have asymmetrical pain and decreased vision. 367373, 1972. Visual field is repeated with the eyelids taped up. One should identify (and preserve) the inferior oblique and levator during surgery, to be confident they have not been injured. Copyright 2012 James Oestreicher and Sonul Mehta. Nonabsorbable sutures are removed 714 days after surgery. The commonest form is caused when local anaesthetic is supplemented intraoperatively by direct fat injection once the conjunctiva (lower lid) or skin (upper lid) is open. The surgeon should spread bluntly posteriorly into the orbit down the lateral wall and through the wounds to access deep hematomas and release them. Proptosis, severe pain, decreased visual acuity, relative afferent pupillary defect, and elevated intraocular pressure confirm the diagnosis. Early injection takes advantage of the time required to move, position, prep, and drape the patient, during which time the anesthetic will take effect. 2, pp. I had an upper bleph three weeks ago (22 days out). Safety of Periocular Mohs Reconstruction: a Two-Center Retrospective Study. The surgeon needs to stop the bleeding but at the same time avoid excess cautery or other trauma to the muscle. The primary insertion of the levator aponeurosis into the orbicularis muscle and into the upper eyelid skin occurs closer to the eyelid margin in Asians. Lower eyelid of this patient shows cicatricial ectropion with middle lamellar scarring causing lid retraction as well after blepharoplasty elsewhere. Plast Reconstr Surg 1978; 61:347. Other conditions such as ptosis, brow ptosis, entropion, ectropion, or eyelid retraction may also need to be corrected at the time a blepharoplasty is performed to ensure the best functional and aesthetic result. 1a). However with skin closure, this scar generally blends well with the normal smile lines in the lateral canthal area. The conjunctivalised tissue appears effective at increasing the lid aperture and preventing re-adhesions, even when only a single flap is used and one lid margin is left to granulate. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1986; 78:417. Inadvertent trauma to an extraocular muscle with deep dissection in orbital fat may occur. Upper blepharoplasty can yield significant functional and aesthetic benefits for patients. 7, pp. Postlaser-resurfacing erythema is universal and expected. In the tenth century, Middle Eastern surgeons described removal of excess eyelid skin to improve vision. He had severe chemosis and discomfort due to significant lagophthalmos. Blepharoplasty is a widely practiced successful operation. Provided by the Springer Nature SharedIt content-sharing initiative, Eye (Eye) Similarly, for a lower lid blepharoplasty, the medial extent of the lower eyelid incision should stop just lateral to the punctum, whether it is conjunctival or subciliary in nature. Black EH, Gladstone GJ, Nesi FA. The oblique divides the medial lower fat pad from the central lower fat pad and it should be easily identified, and thus protected. Improved vision needs to be monitored by hospital staff or by the patient for stability for 1 to 3 days after treatment is stopped. It has been shown that elderly people have a greater risk of falling if they have excess upper eyelid skin obstructing their visual field (Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 2007;48:4445). A thorough understanding of the upper eyelid anatomy is essential when evaluating patients for possible upper blepharoplasty. 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