Blepharoplasty Eye Surgery
We can perform a blepharoplasty to correct sagging eyelids, bags or pouches beneath the eyes, as well as excess folds around the eyes. This surgical procedure involves the removal of excess skin and fat on upper and lower eyelids and is often performed in conjunction with other surgical procedures including facelifts, eyebrow and forehead lifts. Blepharoplasty can be done under general anesthesia (with you asleep) or under IV sedation. Both are very comfortable options. Dr. Johnson will trace the natural lines and creases of your face and make incredibly fine incisions from the inner to the outer edge of the eyelid. Surgery on the upper eyelid is performed first with the incision made in the fold of the lid. The incision is made below the eyelash on the lower eyelid or in the pink part of the eye. Any excess fat and skin are removed from the underlying compartments. The amount of fat excised is determined by the degree of protrusion of fat when pressure is applied to the area. Small sutures are used to close the incision and special ointments and dressings may be applied. The surgery can take up to 2 hours. Laser may be used at the same time to reduce wrinkles |  |
The highlighted area shows the upper lid. The picture on the left is before a blepharoplasty while the one on the right is a few weeks later. Please note how youthful and rested the patient becomes after this procedure. The results are similar to a brow lift but careful evaluation and experience will help Dr. Johnson determine which procedure is best for you. |  |
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