Upper-Lid Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty – Upper Eyelids

1. What is upper eyelid blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery)

Blepharoplasty (Greek: blepharo = eyelid +plasty = to change) is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed in facial plastic surgery. Our eyes are one of the first places that show signs of aging. Blepharoplasty, or eye bag surgery, can reverse these changes and restore a more youthful and rested appearance.

2. What can blepharoplasty achieve?

The eyes will appear more rested and vibrant after cosmetic eyelid surgery. Most often the results are so natural that friends and coworkers will comment on how great you look, without realizing that surgery was performed. Get rid of eye bags and feel young again.

3. What do you mean by customized blepharoplasty?

Many plastic surgeons perform the blepharoplasty (eye bag surgery) procedure in the same manner for all patients. This is like visiting a hairstylist who can only cut your hair in one way. The Art of Blepharoplasty needs to be refined and customized for each patient individually, a skill only attained by an experienced oculoplastic surgeon. As recent as 10 years ago and even today, excessive orbital fatty tissue was removed as part of the blepharoplasty procedure, resulting in periorbital hollowness and an ill appearance. Today we know that youthful eyes are open and full. This is why I customize the treatment plan for each of my patients individually to achieve a youthful harmonious outcome.

4. I can’t put my make-up on like I used to without it getting all over the place, will cosmetic eyelid surgery help?

Absolutely. This is one of the most common complaints that we hear in our practice. As mentioned previously the redundant skin that develops as we age usually causes the makeup to smear.

5. Will there be a scar on my eyelids?

The incision on the upper eyelids is made on the eyelid crease, so not only is it hidden, but it also heals very nicely. Because of my specialisation in oculoplastic surgery, you can rest assured that you will have an expert working on your eyes.