Eyelid surgery encompasses the following procedures:<\/p>\n
Excess skin and fat naturally accumulate in the upper eyelid as we age. Commonly referred to as bagginess, patients are uniformly displeased with the aged and fatigued look that this extra tissue conveys. In extreme cases, the weight of eyelids becomes substantial and vision is partially obstructed, limiting the performance of everyday activities. Additionally, the thin muscle that controls upper eyelid elevation can stretch with time leading to an unopposed lowering of the eyelid. This also connotes a tired appearance and can obstruct the visual field when severe. All of these components are examined and addressed during your upper eyelid blepharoplasty consult and correctable during surgery. The goal is to restore a refreshed and natural appearance.<\/p>\n
The transition between the lower eyelid and cheek is an important facial landmark and target for rejuvenation procedures. Even the slightest discordance between these areas connotes an aged appearance. Excess fat in the lower eyelid produces a visible bulge, or \u201cbag,\u201d causing patients to appear tired. Additionally, as we age, volume in the cheek diminishes, causing a visible recess or deepening around the eye. Light reflects off this area and creates a hollow, aged appearance that is displeasing to patients. Injectable filler placed in and around the tear trough region temporarily and often incompletely disguises this problem. Unfortunately, non-surgical methods cannot address the excess skin that accumulates in the lower eyelid.<\/p>\n
Undoubtedly, a more resilient, long lasting improvement is achieved through surgery. Excess fat in lower eyelid is removed or repositioned, smoothing the transition with the cheek. Additionally, excess skin is addressed through a discrete incision hidden beneath the lower eyelashes. Lower eyelid sagging (also called lower eyelid malposition) is also corrected with re-suspension and tightening, restoring a youthful vitality. Lower eyelid surgery is frequently combined with a facelift procedure and\/or chemical peel to synergistically rejuvenate the face.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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