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.
You’ll receive anesthesia and sedation before your blepharoplasty so that you won’t experience any pain during the procedure. Upper blepharoplasty involves tiny incisions in the fold of your upper eyelids, which helps to conceal scarring later.
Lower blepharoplasty involves incisions on the inside of the eyelid to minimize scarring. Sometimes, a second incision immediately beneath your lash line is performed which is also easy to conceal. If you need only fat removal (no excess skin), you could be a candidate for a technique involving incisions inside the lower eyelid only.
After the excess skin and fat removal, fine stitches close the incisions.
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.
Some of the specific reasons that you might need or want blepharoplasty include:
If you’re considering an upper eyelid blepharoplasty, the first step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lim, Oculoplastic Surgeon. During your consultation, she will evaluate your eyelids, discuss your concerns and goals, and develop a customized treatment plan to help you achieve the results you desire. So if you’re ready to take the first step toward a more youthful and refreshed appearance, contact Dr. Renelle Lim today to schedule a consultation. With her personalized approach and commitment to excellence, she can help you achieve the natural-looking results you’ve been dreaming of.
