How long does it take for scars from lateral canthoplasty to fade away?

Jan 09, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I had lateral canthoplasty done on my own, and recently scarring has started. How long does it take for scars from lateral canthoplasty to fade away?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Qiang
The scar from outer eye corner surgery usually disappears within about 3 to 6 months. Eye-widening surgery includes both outer and inner eye corner procedures, and the time required for scar fading may vary depending on the specific procedure. Some scarring is inevitable after eye-widening surgery; if proper care is not taken, visible scars may remain. Therefore, appropriate postoperative care is essential to accelerate scar healing. After the surgery, anti-inflammatory injections can be used to prevent wound infection and inflammation.