Blepharoplasty: A Minor Procedure That Delivers Amazing Results
Dec 11, 2023
The natural aging process, genetics, and other factors can cause droopy eyelids and under-eye bags that make you look (and feel) older. Fortunately, blepharoplasty can rejuvenate the appearance of your eyes and ultimately enhance your overall look.
Plastic surgeon Brian Blumenauer, MD, and his team at Oceana Aesthetics in Stuart, Florida, specialize in surgical and nonsurgical procedures that offer long-term solutions for your cosmetic concerns.
In this blog, Dr. Blumenauer explains what blepharoplasty is and some of its many benefits.
Blepharoplasty, commonly referred to as eyelid surgery, is designed to improve the appearance of the eyelids. This minor cosmetic surgery targets issues like excess skin, fat deposits, and muscle laxity, which can create a tired, aged, or puffy appearance around the eyes.
Upper eyelid lifts can be coupled with an eyebrow lift to enhance the appearance around your eyes. Excess upper eyelid skin is often associated with a droopy eyebrow. An eyebrow lift is a great addition to help treat patients who experience lateral hooding over their upper eyelids.
Depending on your specific concerns and needs, Dr. Blumenauer may recommend blepharoplasty for the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both.
One of the most significant advantages of blepharoplasty is its ability to turn back time, at least when it comes to aging skin. Removing excess skin and fat from the eyelids can restore a youthful and refreshed look, making you appear more energetic and vibrant.
Other blepharoplasty benefits include:
The transformation brought about by blepharoplasty often goes beyond the physical. Individuals frequently report improved self-esteem and self-confidence as they regain a more youthful, alert, and engaging appearance.
Dr. Blumenauer has the necessary surgical skills and experience to deliver incredibly natural-looking results with blepharoplasty.
During blepharoplasty, Dr. Blumenauer creates incisions within the natural creases of the eyelids, ensuring that any incision lines are well-hidden as they heal, eventually becoming nearly invisible.
The improvements achieved through blepharoplasty can endure for many years.
Dr. Blumenauer discusses the details of blepharoplasty and aftercare instructions before scheduling your surgery. Generally, however, it’s an outpatient procedure, meaning you can expect to return home the same day.
During the surgery, Dr. Blumenauer creates incisions along the natural lines and creases of the eyelids to access underlying tissue structures. He then removes or repositions excess fat and skin and tightens the underlying muscles. He closes the incisions carefully with small sutures.
Recovery from blepharoplasty is relatively quick, with most patients resuming normal activities within a few days.
After the surgery, you may experience mild swelling, some bruising, and minimal discomfort. These effects should be temporary and easily managed with the appropriate aftercare, as will be detailed in your post-surgical instructions.
For more information about blepharoplasty or the other services we offer, book an appointment online or over the phone with Oceana Aesthetics today.