Eyelid Surgery

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As we all know, the eyes are a prominent facial feature. Although the eyes are expressionless structures, the surrounding skin conveys emotion. The tissue, muscle, fat, hair and lashes all contribute to the wide array of expressions. Unfortunately, wrinkles and deep lines as well as puffiness under the lids develop as you age. Further, exposure to the sun as well as hereditary factors contribute to the aging process. This all contributes to the changes of expression. In many cases, people may look fatigued, worn out and older than their true age. Beyond possible visual impairment, these changes in your appearance can cause stress and anxiety.

Your doctor is trained in several surgical procedures, such as blepharoplasty in order to eliminate the majority of these problems.

Before Eyelid Surgery

To better understand your overall health, we will evaluate your medical history prior to eyelid surgery. In addition, a complete examination of your eyes and face are made in order to take the most effective surgical approach. The amount, distribution and type of excess skin to be removed are carefully reviewed.

Your doctor will provide you with pre-operative instructions that may include the elimination of specific drugs containing aspirin several weeks before surgery to minimize excess bleeding. Antibiotics may also be prescribed to prevent infection.

The areas that will be excised are marked and digital photographs and computer imaging are performed in order to determine the amount of improvement after eyelid surgery.