As we age, it’s no secret that our skin begins to droop in places we wish it didn’t; the eyes are no exception. Loose skin around the eyes can make us seem tired and worn out, and dark, hollow circles can make our eyes appear sunken and sad. Since our eyes are the window to our personality, emotions, and feelings, it can come as no surprise that many individuals are looking for ways to reduce the appearance of droopy or sunken skin and restore their eyes and face to their former, more youthful beauty.
There are actually a number of dermatologist-recommended procedures that have been shown to successfully eliminate the appearance of aging skin. From simple injections to blepharoplasty, a form of minor eyelid surgery, patients have a number of options from which they can choose.
Injectable Fillers to Rejuvenate Your Eyelids
One common sign of aging, as previously mentioned, is a darkness and hollowness beneath the lower eyelid. We’ve found that one of the most effective ways of treating this sunken look is to inject dermal fillers into the area. There are a number of fillers that have been made available for the purpose of eyelid rejuvenation, the most popular of which are Juvederm and Restalyne. Through the use of these fillers, the dermatologist can fill in the hollow areas, restoring the fullness and vibrancy of the eyes and face.
Blepharoplasty Out-Patient Surgery in Orange County
A very popular procedure, blepharoplasty is an out-patient surgery that is typically performed under local anesthesia. The purpose of this cosmetic surgery is to remove the excess skin, muscle, and fat around the eyes in order to tighten the skin in that area. This surgery is especially effective for patients who are struggling with baggy lower eyelids, which are caused by a loss of skin elasticity that commonly occurs with age. During a blepharoplasty, small incisions are made near the lashes of the eye to facilitate the removal of the unwanted tissue. The area is then stitched up and allowed to heal. Even though blepharoplasty is a surgery, the recovery time is typically quite minimal, with normal everyday activities being able to be resumed within about a week.
As you can see there are a number of options available to treat aged, tired looking eyes. Feel free to set up a consultation with a dermatologist at any one of our three locations to find out if one of these procedures is a good fit for you.