FAQ Category: Blepharoplasty
Is blepharoplasty usually combined with other procedures?
Most commonly, the brows are treated at the same time as the lids because the most common reason for droopy upper eyelids are droopy brows. If your brow is low, an upper blepharoplasty alone with removal of only eyelid skin can actually pull the brow down and worsen brow ptosis or droopiness of the brow.
What causes dark circles under the eyes?
Genetics Environmental causes such as allergies, lack of sleep or a poor diet. Tear troughs create hollows under the eye, which create dark shadows, and accentuate dark circles. Fillers can add volume to the hollows and smooth the lid-cheek junction. Dark pigmentation in the skin under the eyes. BBL treatments can decrease pigment in this
Why should I choose Dr. Reid or Dr Gordon to perform my eyelid lift?
As we discussed before, eyelid surgery is highly specialized. Many complications after eyelid surgery are the result of eyelid surgery techniques that don’t address the real anatomical problem(s) of the aging eyelid. Dr. Reid and Dr. Gordon trained with world leaders in the field of oculoplastic surgery and plastic surgery of the eyelids. Did this
What do I need to do to maintain my results?
Protect the delicate skin around your eyes with sunglasses. The larger the frame, the better. Look for frames that provide at least 99% protection from UVA and UVB rays. Get your brows professionally shaped. Emphasizing your arches creates a youthful look and makes the eyes look bigger. Sunscreen We will recommend an eye cream that
What are the risks?
Risks include bleeding, infection, thickening of scars, poor healing, asymmetry, dry eyes, risks of anesthesia, lower eyelid malposition, temporary difficulty closing your eyes, and temporary blurred vision. Minor revisions may be necessary to achieve your final goals. Did this answer your question?Yes NoAdditional CommentsSend Feedback
What can I expect after surgery?
Most patients report mild discomfort and dryness of the eyes after surgery. Upper eyelid sutures will be removed 5-7 days after surgery, and most bruising and swelling will subside in 7-10 days after surgery. Special ointment will keep you comfortable as you heal. It can take up to 6 weeks for all swelling to resolve
Where will my surgery be performed?
Upper eyelid lift surgery can be performed in the office under local anesthesia or as an outpatient procedure at INSPIRE Surgery Centre. If combined with a lower blepharoplasty or other procedures, general anesthesia will be administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist. Did this answer your question?Yes NoAdditional CommentsSend Feedback
Should the upper and lower eyelid surgeries be combined?
Usually they are performed together, as the upper and lower lids age together. In some cases, only the upper or lower lids need surgical treatment, and the other responds well to other treatments, like volume replacement or laser treatments for surface issues. Did this answer your question?Yes NoAdditional CommentsSend Feedback
What if I have genetically fatty lower eyelids that have been present all of my life and are worsening with age?
In young patients where the only issue is truly excess fat, an incision can be made inside the lower eyelid, called a transconjunctival incision, and excess fat sculpted. The goal is to position the fat to achieve a more balanced look. Did this answer your question?Yes NoAdditional CommentsSend Feedback
Will the fat be removed from my lower lids?
Probably not. For many years, lower lid blepharoplasty involved removing the lower lid fat. Long term fat excision created pronounced skeletonization and hollowing of the eyelid area. We now understand periorbital aging and know that bulging fat is merely a symptom of an underlying problem. The septum, or covering over the eyelid fat, becomes weak
