Eye Lift Surgery

Age brings changes to the eyes much as with other facial features. For instance, fatty pouches and loose skin can develop. Some of these changes may occur as soon as the late thirties. In some cases, skin of the upper eyelids may become so excessive that it can impair vision. Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is designed to eliminate excessive skin and protruding bags in your upper and lower eyelids. Others may develop a drooping of the lower eyelid as a result of aging.

For Blepharoplasty, incisions are placed in a skin crease of the upper lid and just below the eyelashes of the lower lid. After the bags are removed and skin is trimmed, the wound is meticulously repaired. Sometimes, the fatty pouches of the lower eyelid are treated through an incision inside the eyelid so no scar is visible (transconjunctival approach). Blepharoplasty can be performed under local anesthesia here in the office. After outpatient surgery, some swelling and bruising of the eyelids are evident. Sutures are usually dissolvable. For those times when permanent stitches are used, they will be removed between 3-5 days. Camouflage make-up can be used on the eyelids 24 hours following surgery, allowing return to work as soon as possible. After a week of non-stressful activities, you may resume a normal routine.