Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and wrinkles from the upper and lower eyelids, and fatty deposits that cause puffiness. It improves bags and dark circles under the eyes, and can correct droopiness of the eyelids.
The best candidates for eyelid surgery are individuals in good health who have realistic expectations about the outcome.
Certain eyelid surgeries can be performed in the office with just numbing medicine, and certain surgeries require anesthesia for best results.
- Upper eyelid surgery is performed with incisions along the natural folds of the eyelids. The excess skin is removed and in some cases fat, tissue and muscle can be reshaped or removed as well.
- For the lower eyelids, an incision is usually made just below the lashes and excess fatty deposits are removed. In some cases, the tendon of the lower eyelid is tightened
Eyelid surgery has expected side effects and rare risks. Expected side effects include bruising, swelling, and discomfort. Rare risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, inability to completely close the eyes, loss of vision and dryness or irritation in the eyes.
Results are usually long lasting, although continued aging can make forehead skin sag, resulting in the appearance of droopy eyelids again over time. Some patients choose additional surgery on the upper eyelids after a number of years. Repeat surgery on the lower eyelids is rarely necessary.
Call Aspen Facial Plastic Surgery at (801) 567-0516 for more information or to schedule an appointment.