Whether due to age or genetics, the eyelids can become stretched and weakened, and excess skin and fat can create puffiness and bags. To address these issues, blepharoplasty can be a great solution. It can remove excess skin and make you appear years younger.
What is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a surgical procedure that removes fat and excess skin from the upper and/or lower eyelids, helping you look younger, more awake, and better rested. Over time, natural aging causes the skin to lose elasticity, and the delicate skin around the eyes is especially prone to wrinkling and sagging as a result. This can create a perpetually tired look and make people appear older than they are. Younger people with excess amounts of under-eye fat and naturally droopy eyes can also benefit from this procedure.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty can address excess skin on the upper lid that contributes to drooping eyelids and a persistently tired look. In some cases, this drooping skin can impact vision. By trimming away excess tissues and tightening the underlying muscles, the upper lid is gently lifted to restore eyesight and a refreshed appearance.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is used to address under-eye bags or under-eye puffiness caused by excess fat. Wrinkles around the lower lid can also be improved by removing excess skin and lifting the remaining tissues to create a smooth transition between the eyes and cheeks.
Who is a Good Candidate For Blepharoplasty?
Some qualifications that can make someone a good candidate for eyelid surgery include:
- Being in good overall health and non-smokers
- No medical conditions that may impair healing
- Realistic expectations
- Having no serious eye conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma
The goal is to create a more youthful appearance that improves patients’ self-confidence. Drooping eyebrows may also be a concern, which can be treated with a brow lift performed simultaneously with eyelid surgery. Blepharoplasty can also be performed with a facelift if you’re looking for full facial rejuvenation.
DR. KAHLIL ANDREWS
Dr. Kahlil Andrews is a board-certified plastic surgeon from Los Angeles specializing in plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
At his location in Coralville, Iowa, Dr. Andrews’ academic and technical achievements are only exceeded by his commitment to patient care. Whether they are seeking reconstructive breast surgery, outpatient injectable treatment, or a full-blown mommy makeover, Dr. Andrews gives his full attention and focus on achieving excellent patient outcomes.
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Learn MoreThe Blepharoplasty Procedure
The blepharoplasty procedure starts with the administration of anesthesia. Local anesthesia or IV sedation can sometimes be used, but general anesthesia may be needed if both the upper and lower lids are being treated or blepharoplasty is combined with other procedures.
Once the anesthesia sets in, incisions are made along the eyelids. For the upper eyelids, the incision will be placed in an area where it can be concealed in the natural crease of the eyelid area. From there, excess fat and skin will be removed, and the muscles in the area will be tightened. For the lower eyelids, the incision will be placed below the lower lash line, and excess skin will be removed through that incision. The incisions will then be closed with sutures, and you will be taken to the recovery room. This is an outpatient procedure, meaning patients can return home immediately after surgery.
Recovery
As you begin to recover, you’ll likely notice some swelling, discomfort, and bruising around the incision sites. Dr. Andrews will also give you detailed aftercare instructions on how to care for your incisions, any medications you need to take, and when to come in for a follow-up appointment. You’ll want to avoid touching your eyes, strenuous activities, and taking blood thinners to ensure the eyelids heal properly. Most patients can resume normal activities within a few weeks, but Dr. Andrews will give you a specific timeline at your follow-up visit.
You may see some results immediately, but you likely won’t see the most noticeable results until the swelling subsides. The full healing process tends to take a few months.
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Are you ready to appear younger, more awake, and better rested? A blepharoplasty may be the perfect solution for you. Whether you have excess skin hanging from your upper eyelids, excess skin and fat creating bags under your eyes, or are experiencing problems with your vision due to drooping skin, Dr.Andrews can address all these issues with eyelid surgery.
Start the process today and schedule a consultation by calling our Coralville, IA office at (319) 220-4644 or using our online scheduling form.
