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Blepharoplasty: Eye Lid Tuck
Blepharoplasty (also known as eyelid surgery, eyelid
lift and eyelid tuck) is a procedure to correct the
sagging or "drooping' of the eyelids and the removal of
excess fat, skin and atrophied muscle or even the
"herniated" fat in the eye area. As we get older, most
individuals will start to see a difference in their eye
area - more laxity, "bags" below and above the eye; some
times so much that the upper lid seems to "disappear
underneath the extra fatty area under the brow bone.
This procedure can give a more youthful appearance to an
otherwise older, more tired looking face.
Blepharoplasty is a procedure which should be performed
by a surgeon who is well skilled with its technique and
experienced with numerous facial types and eye types. As
with every surgery, there are risks and if your
procedure is performed by an inexperienced surgeon this
could prove disastrous. Especially with Blepharoplasty.
Blepharoplasty will not rid you of wrinkles around the
eye area. This includes crow's feet or other such
wrinkles in the peri-orbital area. This procedure will
not eliminate dark circles or lift your eyebrows. If a
lifting effect of the eyebrows is what you are seeking a
Brow Lift will better suit you.
Are You a Candidate for Blepharoplasty?
If you are in good health, have no pre-existing diseases
or medical conditions, are mentally and emotionally
stable, have realistic expectations and you have loose,
sagging, fatty eyelids you may be a good candidate for
Blepharoplasty. Most individuals seek out Blepharoplasty
in their late thirties to mid forties and up. However,
if saggy or fatty eyelids are hereditary you may wish to
go undergo this procedure at an earlier age.
Risks and Complications Associated with Blepharoplasty
Please read these risks completely, the risks can be
many with Blepharoplasty if an inexperienced surgeon is
chosen. Some risks and/or complications can be avoided
if the needs and condition of the patient are properly
diagnosed beforehand. Of course there is the inherent
risk regarding anesthesia and complications because of
it - such as allergic reactions.
The minor complications that are associated with
Blepharoplasty include double or blurry vision for a few
days, temporary swelling at the corners of the eyelids,
and milia (or tiny whiteheads) that can be removed by
your surgeon by pricking them with a micro-needle. It is
possible to develop asymmetry during healing or
excessive scarring if you are prone to such a thing.
It is possible that you may experience difficulty in
closing your eyes when sleeping. In rare instances this
condition may be permanent. Also there is the rare
possibility of ectropion. Ectropion is a condition where
your lower lids pull down or gape post-operatively. If
you should develop ectropion, further surgery will more
than likely be needed to correct it. Which could lead to
more risks and more cost to you, the patient. Determine
revision possibilities and costs before you commit to
your surgery. Get this in writing, if possible. |
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