What is an upper blepharoplasty?

When an advanced amount of upper eyelid skin is present, the skin may hang over the eyelashes and cause loss of peripheral vision. In this circumstance, upper eyelid blepharoplasty surgery is performed by our team of Oculoplastic surgeons to improve peripheral vision.

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Q: What Is A Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty only corrects vision loss due to excess skin, muscle and fat that blocks the eye. Patients with a less severe amount of excess skin may have a similar procedure performed for cosmetic reasons. Oculoplastic surgeons perform procedures such as the repair of droopy eyelids. This is called blepharoplasty. Blepharoplasty can be both a functional or cosmetic surgical procedure intended to reshape the upper eyelid or lower eyelid by the removal and/or repositioning of excess tissue as well as by reinforcement of surrounding muscles and tendons.

Q: What Can I Expect After Eyelid Surgery?

Blepharoplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure which can be performed in the office or in an ambulatory surgery center. Local anesthetics are used and you are not put to sleep with general anesthesia. Surgery can take up to two hours with postoperative time for recovery needed as well. After surgery, initial swelling and bruising take one to two weeks to resolve but at least several months are needed until the final result becomes stable. You can resume driving and reading after a specific amount of time, usually 2-3 days. Heavy lifting and straining are not recommended for at least one week after surgery. We will decide on work restrictions after surgery.

Q: How Do I Know If Eyelid Surgery Is Right For Me?

Have a complete eye examination with your doctor to find out if you are a good candidate for eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). As with any surgical procedure, there are inherent risks and your results cannot be guaranteed. Your doctor will provide you with additional risks, complications, and costs.

What is Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery, also knowns as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the eyelids. It can reduce puffiness and under-eye bags in the lower lids and remove sagging skin from the upper lids, helping you look more refreshed. While generally considered safe, the procedure does carry some risks. Be sure to discuss the potential benefits and risks with a board-certified ophthalmologist before deciding if it’s right for you.

Blepharoplasty & Eyelid Surgery Options

Depending on your goals and the recommendation of your surgeon, blepharoplasty can involve your upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both. Blepharoplasty surgery is utilized to correct vision loss due to excess skin, muscle, and fat that blocks the eye. Patients with a less severe amount of excess skin may have a similar procedure performed for cosmetic reasons.

Upper Eyelid Surgery

When an advanced amount of upper eyelid skin is present, the skin may hang over the eyelashes and cause loss of peripheral vision. The outer and upper parts of the visual field are most commonly affected and the condition may cause difficulty with activities such as driving or reading. In this circumstance, upper eyelid blepharoplasty surgery is performed by our team of Oculoplastic surgeons to improve peripheral vision.

Lower Eyelid Surgery

Lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is almost always conducted for cosmetic reasons. This procedure is done to improve puffy lower eyelid "bags" and to reduce the wrinkling of the skin. Blepharoplasty is performed through external incisions made along the natural skin lines of the eyelids, such as the creases of the upper lids and below the lashes of the lower lids, or from the inside surface of the lower eyelid.

Oculoplastic Surgeons in Michigan and Northwest Ohio

Oculoplastic surgeons perform procedures such as the repair of droopy eyelids. This is called blepharoplasty. We offer innovative eyelid surgery to customers in Michigan and Ohio. This type of surgery can be both a functional or cosmetic treatment intended to reshape the upper eyelid or lower eyelid by the removal and/or repositioning of excess tissue as well as by reinforcement of surrounding muscles and tendons.

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What Can I Expect From Eyelid Surgery?

Before Surgery:

Before your blepharoplasty, your ophthalmologist or oculoplastic surgeon may recommend several steps to ensure a safe and successful procedure. These may include:

Undergoing a medical evaluation or lab tests
Quitting smoking
Adjusting your current medications or starting new ones as needed
Avoiding aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, blood thinners, multivitamins, and herbal supplements, as they can increase the risk of bleeding

You'll also need to arrange for a trusted friend or family member to drive you home after the surgery and stay with you during the first night of recovery.

During Surgery:

Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure that can be performed in the office or in an ambulatory surgery center. Local anesthetics are used and you are not put to sleep with general anesthesia.

After Surgery:

After blepharoplasty surgery, initial swelling and bruising take one to two weeks to resolve but at least several months are needed until the final result becomes stable. You can resume driving and reading after a specific amount of time, usually 2-3 days. Heavy lifting and straining are not recommended for at least one week after eyelid surgery. We will decide on work restrictions after surgery.

How Do I Know If Eyelid Surgery Is Right For Me?

Have a complete eye examination with your Oculoplastic surgeon to find out if you are a good candidate for eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). As with any surgical procedure, there are inherent risks and your results cannot be guaranteed. Your doctor will provide you with additional risks, complications, and costs.

Eyelid Surgery FAQs

Is blepharoplasty only cosmetic?

Not always. While many people choose blepharoplasty for cosmetic reasons, the surgery can also improve vision if sagging upper eyelids interfere with your field of vision.

How long does the procedure take?

The surgery typically takes 1 to 3 hours, depending on whether you're having both upper and lower eyelids treated. It is usually performed on an outpatient basis.

Are there any risks or complications?

As with any surgery, there are risks. These can include infection, bleeding, dry eyes, difficulty closing the eyes, scarring, or temporary vision changes. Choosing a qualified, board-certified surgeon helps minimize these risks.

How long do the results last?

The results of upper eyelid surgery can last 5 to 10 years, while lower eyelid surgery is often long-lasting and rarely needs to be repeated.

Blepharoplasty Surgery in Michigan and Northwest Ohio

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