Post Operative Side Effects
Method 2: Transcutaneous Lower Blepharoplasty
As there is cutting and removal of skin, fats and muscle tissue, there will be significantly more bruising, swelling and a slower recovery period in view of the increased trauma to the eyelid tissue. The down time will be much longer as compared to Method 1
Swelling and bruising after skin cutting method of eyebag removal
This cutting method of operation involves substantial skin and tissue removal, and as such, there is a higher risk of post operative complication such as retraction and ectropion.
Severe lower eyelid retraction
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