Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Do your eyes portray the youthful appearance that you desire?
Your eyes are one of the first features of the face a person
will notice. If you have bags beneath the eyes, wrinkled, drooping
eyelids, and sagging eyebrows that give the entire face a tired
or sad expression, eyelid surgery can help. Eyelid surgery can
brighten the face and restore a more youthful appearance by
reducing the fat and extra skin that cause these conditions.
before the eyelid surgery
The plastic surgeon needs to have a clear understanding of your
expectations so that he can evaluate the options available and
determine if eyelid surgery will achieve your desired results.
Eyelid surgery is often performed in conjunction with other
facial procedures such as skin resurfacing or a facelift to
restore a youthful appearance.
As with any surgery, you should also come to the consultation
prepared to discuss you medical history including previous surgeries,
past and present medical conditions and current medications.
It is important for you to provide complete information. High
blood pressure, thyroid problems or diabetes are among the medical
conditions that may increase the risks associated with eyelid
surgery.
Your plastic surgeon will want to know if you have allergies,
especially if they affect your eyes. He or she may ask whether
you have ever tried and were unable to wear contact lenses,
you should bring them with you in case your surgeon wants to
test your vision.
It will be necessary for your surgeon to know if an ophthalmologist
ever told you that you have a condition called "dry eye"
or “dry eye syndrome” or if you have any other problems
with your eyes.
the eyelid surgery
Because each person’s facial features and expectations
are different, not all patients will attain the same results
or have the same surgical technique. The physician may operate
on the upper or lower eyelids as he deems necessary.
If you are having upper eyelid surgery, the doctor make the
incision such that it is hidden within the natural fold of upper
eyelid and extend the incision slightly beyond the outside corner
into the laugh lines or other existing creases. Through this
incision, your plastic surgeon will remove excess fat and skin.
Sometimes the upper eyelid problem is aggravated by sagging
of the eyebrows, and this may require correction with a brow
lift (see related link)
For lower eyelid surgery, a similar incision is made just below
the lower lashes. Through this incision, excess skin, muscle
and fat are removed. Your doctor may also suggest creating the
incision inside the lower eyelid. In general, these cases are
used when you do not have a large amount of excess skin after
the fat has been removed. While the method does not require
an external incision, in this procedure, the excess skin cannot
be removed.
after the eyelid surgery
You probably will be permitted to go home after a few hours,
although some patients may stay overnight in the hospital
or surgical facility. You can expect to see some discoloration
around the eyes for the first 7-10 days after the eyelid surgery.
Additionally you may feel some tightness near the eyes and
have some excess tearing or dryness in your eyes. Sensitivity
to light may also be an issue and you may choose to wear dark
glasses for a certain amount of time.
As with any surgery, you can help to help shorten the recovery
period by following the advice and instructions of your plastic
surgeon, both before and after surgery.
The information presented on this site is intended
to be used for informational use only, it is not intended
to be a substitute for professional advice. If you are planning
on having a procedure performed or if there is anything you
don't understand about your procedure, please consult one
of our physicians.
If you have question about any procedure, schedule a consultation
with Dr. Rosenthal by clicking here
or by calling (800)505-3627. |
