Eyelids are small, but they do a big job. They protect the eye, spread tears, and help you see comfortably. When an eyelid is cut, torn or bruised from a fall, sports accident, dog bite or car accident, how it is repaired can affect both comfort and appearance for years. Eyelid injury repair in Fort Worth is one of the areas where an oculoplastic surgeon’s training can make a real difference.

At Advanced Eyelid Surgery Center, Dr. Mayli Davis treats eye and eyelid trauma with a focus on restoring function first.

If you have a serious eye injury, vision changes, or an object in the eye, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.

Common Types of Eyelid Injuries

• Lacerations (cuts) through the skin or the eyelid margin
• Tears near the inner corner, which can involve the tear drainage system
• Blunt trauma causing swelling, bruising or changes in eyelid position
• Bites, which carry extra infection risk
• Injuries to the bones around the eye (orbital fractures)

Why Eyelid Injury Repair in Fort Worth Benefits from a Specialist

The eyelid has several thin layers, including skin, muscle and a firm plate called the tarsus. The edge of the lid has to line up precisely, or it can notch, turn in or turn out as it heals.

Cuts near the inner corner may also damage the tiny canals that drain tears. If those are not repaired, patients can end up with chronic watering. Dr. Davis also treats the lacrimal system, so she evaluates these structures carefully.

What Repair May Involve

Every injury is different. Depending on what is found, treatment may include:

• Careful layered closure of the eyelid
• Alignment of the eyelid margin
• Repair of the tear drainage canals, sometimes with a small temporary tube
• Evaluation for fractures and coordination with imaging
• Later reconstructive surgery if scarring or position changes develop

Dr. Davis holds hospital privileges in the area, which can help when an injury needs care in a hospital setting.

Healing and Follow-Up

Swelling and bruising usually peak in the first few days and then improve. Your care team will give you instructions on wound care, ointment, activity and stitch removal. Scars around the eyes often soften over several months, though every person heals differently.

If an older injury left your eyelid uneven, irritated or watery, it is not too late to ask about options.

Eyelid Injury FAQ

Should I go to the ER or call your office? For any serious injury, vision change or bleeding that will not stop, go to the ER first. Ask whether an oculoplastic specialist can be consulted.

Can an old eyelid scar be improved? In many cases, yes. A consultation can show whether revision or reconstruction is an option.

Will my eyelid look normal after repair? The goal is to restore function and a natural appearance, but results depend on the injury and how you heal.

Schedule an Evaluation

For non-emergency eyelid injuries or concerns after a past injury, call 817.778.4444 or request an appointment at our Colleyville office.