What You Should Know About Blepharoplasty
The natural aging process can wreak havoc on your skin, and one of the most sensitive areas on your face is the area around your eyes. As you get older, you may find skin beginning to droop around your eyelids or dark circles and bags under your eyes, both of which make you look tired. With blepharoplasty, or cosmetic eyelid surgery, your eyes can make you look alert, well-rested and ready to attack the day.
Your skilled surgeon, who performs facial plastic surgery, will discuss what issues you would like to correct and then examine the areas around your eyes. Your medical history will be reviewed, as pre-existing conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes, can make you ineligible for this surgery. Discuss with your doctor if you have any allergies that irritate your eyes or if you have ever been diagnosed with dry eye by an ophthalmologist. Upon reviewing all this information, your doctor will determine if you are an ideal candidate to have blepharoplasty.
The surgical procedure may vary depending on whether you are having your upper or lower eyelids treated. With upper eyelid surgery, the incision is made in the natural crease of your eyelid and excess fat and tissue can be removed through this incision. In lower eyelid surgery, the incision is created along the lower lash line. From that incision, excess fat and tissue can be removed, or if necessary, added to smooth out puffiness in the lower lids.
Most patients are allowed to go home the same day after being observed for a certain amount of time. If your vision is blurry,