Blepharoplasty is a surgery to remove excess skin from the eyelids. As we age, the muscles supporting our eyelids begin to weaken and our skin begins to lose its elasticity, causing excess skin and fat to gather around the eyes. Blepharoplasty can fix sagging eyebrows, droopy upper eyelids, and bags underneath the eyes.
Beyond being a sign of aging, sagging skin around the eyes can hinder peripheral sight, reducing your field of vision. Blepharoplasty can address these issues, while also making your eyes look younger and more alert. If you are considering this procedure, here’s what you need to know about the process and risks.
You may benefit from Blepharoplasty if:
Blepharoplasty can be performed in tandem with other procedures, like a brow lift or facelift.
No surgery is without risks, such as a negative reaction to the anesthetic used or blood clots after the procedure. Other rare risks of Blepharoplasty can occur at the surgery site and may include:
Severe complications may mean follow-up surgery is necessary, but this is very uncommon. Bruising and other side effects tend to disappear within 10 to 14 days, but scars may take a few months to fade. Surgery results often last a lifetime, but droopy eyelids may recur in some people.
Before you can schedule a Blepharoplasty, you may need to meet with a plastic surgeon, eye specialist, and/or an ophthalmologist to determine if you’re a candidate. Here’s what to expect during those appointments:
To plan the surgery, you’ll need to undergo a complete eye exam, visual field testing, and eyelid photography to document your case. If you decide to move forward with the surgery, you’ll be given a checklist to prepare, which will include taking some time off work and having someone drive you to your appointment.
Are you interested in Blepharoplasty? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard Bryant, Oculofacial Plastic surgeon, to discuss how this outpatient procedure can transform your appearance and aid your vision. Dr. Bryant is accepting new patients at our Dothan, AL and Destin, FL clinics.
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