Blepharoplasty

 

WHAT IS A BLEPHAROPLASTY?

Blepharoplasty removes droopy eyelids and involves removing excess skin, muscle, and/or fat of the upper or lower eyelids. As you age, your eyelid skin relaxes and muscles weaken, resulting in excess tissue. This may lead to a tired or older look and even visual field obstruction.

Blepharoplasty can reduce or treat these problems and make your eyes look more youthful and more energetic. This surgery can be performed on the upper and/or lower eyelids.

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WHAT IS YOUR TREATMENT APPROACH TO BLEPHAROPLASTY?

Upper blepharoplasty

For upper blepharoplasty, this surgery involves removing the excess skin above your eyelid crease. This may also involve removing some of the underlying muscle and fat if they are promient. Typically very small sutures are used below the skin level to close the wound. The scars will usualy heal within the skin fold of your eyelid crease.

Lower blepharoplasty

This surgery involves removing the excess skin and underlying fat of the lower eyelids. The incision, called a subciliary incision, is typically made right below the lower eyelash. Typically very small sutures are used below the skin level to close the wound. The scar will heal right below the lashes and are typically well hidden.

The upper and lower blepharoplasty may be performed separately or combined, depending on your condition and areas of concern. This surgery may also be combined with other procedures such as brow lift, facelift, or skin resurfacing.

WHAT TYPE OF ANESTHESIA IS USED DURING PLACEMENT OF BLEPHAROPLASTY SURGERY?

Both upper and lower blepharoplasty surgeries are performed as an outpatient surgery, and they may performed under local or general anesthesia. The procedure takes around 30 minutes to an hour to complete.

WHAT IS THE POST OPERATIVE CARE AND RECOVERY LIKE AFTER BLEPHAROPLASTY?

Blepharoplasty can take about one week to recover. You can expect swelling to be present for one to two weeks after surgery. You will follow up with Dr. Chen after surgery to ensure you are healing well. You will be prescribed pain medication to ease any discomfort.

WHAT ARE THE RESULTS OF BLEPHAROPLASTY?

The blepharoplasty procedure will create a more energetic, brighter, and larger appearing set of eyes. Dr. Chen’s philosophy is to create a natural look while maintaining your eye shape.

IS BLEPHAROPLASTY RIGHT FOR ME?

  • Do you have droopy eyelids?

  • Do you have excess eyelid skin that obstructs or interferes with your periopheral vision?

  • Do you have bags under your eyes?

  • Do you look tired or fatigued?

  • If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you may be a candidate for blepharoplasty surgery.

YOUR CONSULTATION WITH DR. CHEN

Dr. Chen will create a personalized treatment plan after a comprehensive physical examination and a detailed discussion regarding your personal goals. A thorough medical history will also be obtained to ensure surgery is a safe option for you. Dr. Chen will discuss all surgical approaches and non-surgical options so that you can make an informed decision about what is the right choice for you.


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