Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery – A Few Things To keep In Mind Before Going Ahead

Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty in medical terms has been gaining in popularity over the past few decades.

The reason for this has been made clear by a specialist in eyelid surgery in Maryland.

“The procedure makes you achieve a younger and more alert appearance”.

This motivation alone is enough for thousands to make a beeline for blepharoplasty.

What does this procedure do?

It removes fat deposits, gets rid of excess skin, and creates extra eye creases.

How does this work?

It is performed on the upper lids to raise hooded or droopy eyelids.

The procedure on the lower eyelids removes puffy bags and wrinkles.

The procedure on upper eyelids is done after administering local anesthesia to numb the area. The surgeon makes markings prior to the surgery to evaluate the exact amount of skin to be removed.

Thereafter, the surgeon makes an incision across the natural crease and removes extra skin.

The procedure on lower eyelid can be a bit uncomfortable for the patient.

It is for this reason that the doctor administers intravenous sedation or even general anesthesia.

The final objective is to remove extra fat, reduce puffiness, and tighten sagging skin.

At the hands of a skilled oculoplastic surgeon, certified by the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS), the results more often than not are successful.

Has the surgery any problem areas?

The surgery is considered safe with minimal side effects.

But, like in all surgical procedures, blepharoplasty has problem areas.

The side effects associated with both upper and lower eyelid surgery can include:

• Bleeding, bruising, swelling, and transient blurred vision
• Reactions to anesthesia
• Swelling of the lining of eyeballs
• Infection
• Double vision and sensitivity to light

Patients with dry eyes are likely at higher risk of developing complications.

It is for this reason an eyelid specialist Maryland would recommend that you must get your eyes tested prior to surgery.

One of the biggest issues with eyelid surgery is having too much skin removed.

“It is a difficult to correct complication”, says a specialist of eyelid surgery in Maryland. “The complication makes it difficult for the patient to close their eyes”.

With a specialist eye surgeon, however, such risks are minimal.

Blepharoplasty is not a long duration procedure.

The upper eyelid takes around half to one hour and the lower lid surgery a little more.

The good news is the results are long lasting – for 10 to 15 years.

But as you age the skin will continue to droop and you may need a second procedure.

Non-surgical options

It is not really possible to address drooping eyelids without surgery.

But a few non surgical treatments could worth be a try.

Botox, if injected into the muscles, can do the job by pulling the eyebrows down.

Injecting fillers can address puffy or baggy under-eyes by making bags look less obvious.

Yet, it is best to consult a doctor before deciding on a course of action.