Blepharoplasty

Most people will agree that the eyes are the focal point of the face, yet for many of us they are the true age indicators. Over time, it is common for the skin around the eyes to become less elastic, resulting in excess fatty deposits, puffiness, and wrinkles. Unfortunately, this condition is one of the earliest signs of aging. Puffy, baggy eyelids tend to give the face a perpetually tired expression which can affect a person’s overall demeanor and self-esteem.

 Blepharoplasty (eyelid rejuvenation surgery) is the procedure designed to correct these conditions and produce a more youthful and rested appearance to the eyes and face. Blepharoplasty is a procedure that removes excess fat and excess skin from the eyelids. Wrinkles and bulges of the eyelids may be due either to heredity factors or the aging process. Redundant upper eyelid skin may obstruct vision at times. Upper and lower eyelid correction can be performed during the same procedure. They can also be performed in conjunction with other procedures as well.

Blepharoplasty is performed on an outpatient basis using IV sedation or general anesthesia. The surgeon makes an inconspicuous fine-line incision in the eyelid fold of the upper and lower eyelids (transcutaneous approach) or on the inner lining of the lower eyelids (transconjunctival approach). These incisions are rarely noticeable after the eyelids heal. The sutures will be removed a few days after surgery.

This surgery takes approximately one to two hours. Make-up can be applied one week after surgery. Most patients are back to work in a week. The results will give you a rested, more youthful appearance.

 
48-year-old woman with chronological aging and photo aging of the eyelids and facial skin.