Also known as cosmetic eye lid surgery, eyelid surgery improves the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. It gives a rejuvenated appearance to the surrounding area of your eyes, making you look more rested and alert.
Treatable conditions:
▪ Upper eyelid surgery can remove excess fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the upper eyelids.
▪Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision, can be treated by eyelid lift surgery.
▪Lower eyelid blepharoplasty can remove excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid.
▪Bags under the eyes can be corrected by blepharoplasty.
Lower eyelid surgery can correct droopiness of the lower eyelids, showing white below the iris (colored portion of the eye).
Risks:
As with any surgery, blepharoplasty carries some risks, such as infection or reaction to anesthesia. Other possible risks specific to this surgery include:
▪ Temporary numbness of the eyelid skin
▪ Dry, irritated eyes
▪ Temporary vision changes, such as double vision
▪ Impaired eyelid function
▪ Scarring
▪ A very small risk of blindness due to bleeding behind the eye
Talk to your doctor about how these risks apply to you. Understanding what's involved in blepharoplasty and weighing the benefits and risks can help you decide if this procedure is a good option.
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