Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is a very popular cosmetic surgery for both men and women. Performed on an outpatient basis with local anesthetic, this procedure provides permanent results with no visible scars. A person’s appearance is permanently improved, and they look years younger.
Do I Need Eyelid Surgery?
Skin naturally becomes less flexible as a person matures. This causes wrinkles, lines, sagging, bulging and puffy pockets above and below the eyes. Excessive drooping of the skin can obstruct vision and weigh down eyelashes. The man or woman also looks constantly tired or worn down. Surgery is performed by a plastic surgeon certified and trained in reconstruction cosmetic surgery of the eyes. Procedures performed on both the upper and lower lids at the same time generally take approximately two hours. Just a lower or upper lid procedure takes approximately 30 minutes.
What Happens During Surgery And After?
For lower and upper lid procedures, a small cut is made inside the lid. Excess skin and any fatty deposits are removed. Surrounding muscles and tendons are also tightened. No stitches are needed; therefore, there are no visible scars. Some bruising and inflammation will occur for approximately two weeks. If any stitches were needed, these are removed in seven to ten days. Women cannot wear any makeup until the stitches are removed. Some patients can take non-prescription Arnica Montana tablets to naturally reduce any discoloration and swelling.
What Results Can I Expect?
Procedures remove any excess skin and fat located at either the upper or lower eyelids. The muscles and tissues in the surrounding areas are also tightened. This surgery is an effective solution to enhance one’s appearance permanently. Surgery is fairly quick, and patients can return to work after a few days of rest.
Call Today For A Consultation
Call the OC Skin Institute in Orange County, CA to schedule a consultation. Our physicians will evaluate and determine if you are a good candidate for blepharoplasty. Our staff are experts at making patients feel comfortable and well informed every step of the way. We strive for each surgery to be as pleasant and satisfying as possible.