Blepharoplasty is a type of eyelid surgery to remove excess skin or fat around the eyes. Too much skin on the eyelid can result in a tired look. It can also weigh the eyelids down. A blepharoplasty can help you see better and give you a more youthful appearance.
You can have an upper blepharoplasty in your upper lids, a lower blepharoplasty in your lower lids (under your eyes), or a combination procedure.
Blepharoplasty is sometimes a medically-necessary procedure, but in many cases, it’s a cosmetic surgery to enhance your appearance. Some of the specific reasons that you might need or want blepharoplasty include:
The most common reason people have blepharoplasty is age-related changes in the face. After the age of 20, you produce about 1% less collagen and elastin (the proteins that keep your skin firm and tight) every year.
This steady reduction leads many people to feel unhappy with the way their upper and lower eyelids look as they move into their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. Blepharoplasty accomplishes what topical and nonsurgical treatments cannot because it removes the skin and fat that’s detracting from a youthful appearance. If you want to stop looking tired and actually look the way you feel, contact the Institute of Dermatology & Oculoplastic Surgery.
In most cases, blepharoplasty is an outpatient procedure, so a loved one can drive you home afterward. It’s normal to experience some swelling, bruising, and discomfort after blepharoplasty. A combination of measures, such as pain medication, eye ointment, and cool compresses, can help.
The Institute of Dermatology & Oculoplastic Surgery team provides detailed recovery instructions before you go home to start your recovery. The length of recovery can vary by person, but most people feel comfortable going out in public within 10-14 days.
Blepharoplasty can give your eyes a refreshed and youthful appearance, so why wait? Call the Institute of Dermatology & Oculoplastic Surgery or click the online scheduler to arrange your consultation now.
Whether you’re looking to reduce the appearance of bags and wrinkles around the eyes, improve your vision, or simply refresh your appearance, Dr. Lim can help you achieve the results you desire. With her extensive training and expertise in oculofacial plastic surgery, she has the skills and experience needed to provide you with a safe and successful lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Some signs that lower blepharoplasty is right for you include:
Dr. Lim is a board-certified Oculoplastic Surgeon specializing in face and eyelid procedures with a track record of proven results. Her personalized approach to each patient ensures an experience where you and your needs are always at the center of the process. She incorporates cutting-edge technology into her practice, using adaptive techniques that result in minimal scarring and reduced recovery times.
