Bruising and swelling are common and usually subsides within 1-2 weeks. Inability to close the eye is also common during the first 1-2 weeks. Significant scarring and pain are unusual as is infection. As with any surgery in and around the eye, there is a risk of loss of vision. Any significant postoperative bleeding, pain, redness or visual disturbances must be reported to your physician.
Most eyelid surgery is performed in the office or as an outpatient under local anesthesia.
Because we have a unique understanding of the eye and plastic surgery, we are frequently asked to correct eyelid deformities in other surgeon's patients with sub optimal results.