Blepharoplasty Surgery – Top Eyelid Surgeons

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is an advanced procedure used to remove excess skin and fat from around the eyes. This procedure can eliminate signs of aging and improve the facial appearance. In fact, eyelid surgery can treat a number of aesthetic concerns, including puffy skin and drooping eyelashes.

In addition, eyelid surgery may be used to treat ptosis, a medical condition that leads to drooping eyelids often caused by poor muscle tone and/or nerve damage. However, most patients undergo eyelid surgery to remedy skin inelasticity and eliminate fatty tissue that tends to form under the skin as part of the natural aging process. Eyelid surgery is an effective procedure for patients looking to restore the youthful and energetic appearance that once contributed to the beauty of their eyes.

Blepharoplasty is usually performed under local anesthesia at an accredited medical facility. During the procedure, top eyelid surgeons make small incisions along the line creases of the upper eyelid and/or the outer lower rim, which allow them to remove excess fatty tissue and/or skin. The surgery may last anywhere from one to three hours, depending on each patient's aesthetic needs.

Recovery time may last several weeks with patients gradually returning to normal activities. Stitches are generally removed about a week following surgery, and several follow up visits may be required. Patients are given specific instructions and provided with eye lubrication products, bandages, pain medication and antibiotics to prevent infection. Patients will also be asked to wear sunscreen and sunglasses to avoid any skin damage around the eyes.

The most common complications following eyelid surgery include: itchy, burning or dry eyes, blurred or double vision, scarring and infection. Potential eyelid surgery complications should be discussed in detail with an experienced blepharoplasty surgeon who has performed a number of similar procedures.

Blepharoplasty is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure that is often performed in conjunction with other facial procedures, including browlift, forehead lift, otoplasty and/or chin augmentation. This allows patients to enhance the appearance of more than one area at the same time.

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