If you are bothered by upper eyelids with excess, drooping skin that makes you appear sad or angry, or by eyes that look tired due to puffiness or bags, cosmetic eyelid surgery may be right for you. Cosmetic eyelid surgery improves the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both.
Eyelid Surgery
Is Blepharoplasty Right For Me?
Eyelid surgery is commonly performed on adult men and women who have healthy facial tissue and muscles and have positive and realistic goals for the improvement of the upper and/or lower eyelids and surrounding area. Ideal candidates are also non-smokers who don’t have a life-threatening illness or medical conditions that can impair healing.
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What Results Should I Expect Right After Eyelid Surgery?
- Once your procedure is complete, lubricating ointment and cold compresses may be applied – in some cases, your eyes may be loosely covered with gauze.
- Initial healing may include some swelling, bruising, irritation or dry eye, and discomfort that can be controlled with medication, cold compresses, and ointment.
- Irritation at the incision sites is also possible.
- Your surgeon will instruct you to keep your head elevated at all times until the initial swelling has subsided and to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from bright light, sun, and wind.
- A return to light, normal activity is possible as soon as you feel ready, usually within a few days of surgery.
- Healing of incisions may take 5-10 days at which time any sutures will be removed, if necessary.
- You will be ready to return to work and normal activity at this time, and to resume wearing contact lenses.
- Cosmetics can camouflage any bruising or redness that remains.
- Healing will continue for several weeks as swelling continues to dissipate and incision lines improve.
What Should I Expect Over Time?
- Your final results will appear over time, generally within several weeks.
- It may take up to a year for incision lines to fully refine.
- While eyelid surgery can be expected to correct certain conditions permanently, you will continue to age naturally.
- Life-long sun protection including the use of sunscreen and sunglasses will help to maintain your results.
The benefits of your surgery should reveal a smooth, firm contour of the upper and/or lower eyelids. What matters more is that the appearance of your eyes matches the way you feel inside – youthful, vital, and alert.
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At The Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, we believe in the power of transformation. Our commitment to enhancing natural beauty and confidence is exemplified through the remarkable before and after results achieved by our clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Am I a good candidate for eyelid surgery?
Yes, if you’re in good health, don’t smoke, and have realistic goals for improving eyelid appearance.
How long is the recovery after eyelid surgery?
Most patients return to normal activities in 7–10 days, with full healing occurring over several weeks.
Will eyelid surgery leave visible scars?
Incisions are carefully placed within natural folds, making any scars nearly invisible after healing.
Can eyelid surgery improve vision as well as appearance?
Yes, removing excess upper eyelid skin can enhance your field of vision in addition to aesthetics.
What’s the difference between upper and lower eyelid surgery?
Upper eyelid surgery removes sagging skin, while lower surgery reduces under-eye bags and puffiness.
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