Cosmetic surgery called eyelid surgery removes excess skin around the eyes. This excess skin can be unsightly and can affect the patient's overall appearance. It can also affect the patient's vision. This surgery involves incisions along the natural crease of the eyelid, and the removal of excess fat and bulges. The surgeon may also be required to reposition certain fat tissues. The area will be closed using fine sutures after the surgery.
Lower eyelid surgery
If you are unhappy with your eyes, lower eyelid surgery may be an option. The surgeon makes an incision along the lower eyelid's crease. He then removes any excess tissue, closes the incision and closes the eyelid. For 7-10 days, mild discomfort can be expected. He may need to apply a lubricating eye cream and a cold compress to minimize any discomfort. He can resume light activities and not strenuous activity after this period.
Local anesthesia is used for the procedure. There is no visible scarring. The surgeon makes sure to make the incisions inside the natural fold of the eyelid. The surgeon makes sure that the incisions are not made to cause any eye damage.
Blepharoplasty can be reversed
Although blepharoplasty recovery is usually quick and painless there are some precautions that you need to take before you can return to work or school. You should refrain from wearing eye makeup for at least two weeks after surgery, and avoid strenuous activities for at least 14 days. Showering is possible the day after surgery. However, foundation and shampoo should be avoided. Two weeks after surgery, you must avoid hot tubs or swimming. Contact lenses should be avoided for at least two weeks.
Your vision will become blurred and you may feel numb after the surgery. Also, you may notice that your eyelids appear puffy and swollen. Additional symptoms include double vision, slight pain, and possibly blurred vision. It's also possible to experience nausea. You should inform your surgeon immediately if you have any of these side effect.
Cost
Cosmetic surgery can correct droopy or sagging eyelids. This condition can affect a person's vision. This can be corrected with eyelid surgery. Patients will feel more confident. Eyelid surgery can be expensive, but the cost can be covered by insurance. Most patients will spend between $3,500 - $9,000 for this procedure.
Depending on the degree of work required, the procedure can take from 30 minutes up to two hours. Patients are often given medication after surgery to aid in relaxation and comfort. In certain cases, general anesthesia may also be used to put the patient asleep. Patients are allowed to return home three to four days after the procedure. However, they shouldn't engage in strenuous exercise for three or four weeks.
Dr. Jude LaBarbera's approach for blepharoplasty
Dr. Jude LaBarbera is a specialist in blepharoplasty. This cosmetic surgery restores the youthful appearance and shape of the eyelids. He has helped hundreds of patients, from late teens to the fifties. He works closely with each patient in order to get the results that they desire.
Blepharoplasty surgery's goal is to restore the shape of the eyes and increase confidence. Excess skin and fat around the eye may affect the patient's vision and affect the appearance of their face. Dr. LaBarbera makes a small incision near the natural crease at the eyelid. He will remove excess fat and any bulges. He may have to reposition fat tissues. The eyelids are closed using fine sutures.