Salt Lake City Eyelid Surgery – What to Expect
Friday, September 3rd, 2010As we age, our skin starts to lose elasticity and suppleness. This results in sagging and wrinkles. Often this is most noticeable around the eyes. People with flabby skin around the eyes often look tired or distracted even when they are perfectly rested and attentive. Although many times diet, exercise and lifestyle changes can improve a person’s appearance at any age, sometimes there are just stubborn little marks of maturity that persist. People who would like to tighten up the skin around their eyes and eyelids might want to consider eyelid surgery as a realistic option for improving their overall appearance.
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty gives the patient a rejuvenated appearance. This procedure will help to reduce puffiness and will remove excess fat around the eyes. It will probably not help with dark circles under the eyes or will deminish crow’s feet. However, in some cases the procedure can help with drooping eyelids, bags under the eyes, or excess skin around the eyes. If you are a healthy adult with no pre-existing conditions who doesn’t smoke, you may be a good candidate for eyelid surgery or another type of procedure to help rejuvenate the skin around the eyes like a brow lift.
The incisions made during eyelid surgery are carefully applied in areas that will be hidden between the lid and the eyelash. The natural structure of the eye allows this to be possible. Then the doctor will be able to tighten muscles and remove excess fat and skin. Under the eye, an incision can be made just under the lash. This way if there is any scarring, the marks will not be noticeable. Sometimes, laser chemical peels are used to remove excess troublesome skin underneath the eyelid. Permanent visible scarring is unusual. It is much more common that you will be very pleased with the results of your eyelid surgery.
The recovery time for eyelid surgery is usually fairly quick. You are recommended not to engage in stressful, vigorous, or even routine activities for about 72 hours after your surgery. After that, you will want to keep icing your eyes to keep swelling down. Long term side effects are not very likely, but you should see a doctor immediately if you suffer from any long-term blurring or eye pain. Sometimes, eyelid surgery patients decide to undergo other facelift options during their eyelid surgery. This is an ideal time so that you can save yourself the unpleasant side effects of multiple surgeries.
Contact my Salt Lake City plastic surgery office today to learn more about procedures that are appropriate for you.
