Eyelid surgery refers to cosmetic surgery in which excess skin and fat are removed around the eyes. Excessive skin can cause unsightly changes in the patient's 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 surgeon will close the surgical site with fine sutures.
Lower eyelid Surgery
A lower eyelid procedure is available for those who are unhappy how their eyes look. The surgeon makes a small incision on the lower eyelid. The surgeon then removes all excess tissue, stitches up the incision line and closes his eyelid. For 7-10 days, mild discomfort can be expected. To ease any discomfort, he might need to apply a lubricating ointment and a cold compress. After this time, he can resume normal activities, including light, but not strenuous, activities.
Local anesthesia is used for the procedure. The procedure does not cause 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.
Recovery from blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty recovery can be quick and painless. But there are some things you need to remember before you return home for work or pleasure. For at least two weeks, you should avoid wearing eye makeup and for at most 14 days, avoid strenuous activity. While you may shower the day after surgery is over, you should not use foundation or shampoo. Swimming or hot tubs are not recommended for you for the next two weeks. Also, you should stop wearing contact lenses for 2 weeks.
After surgery, you will have blurred vision and numbness. Also, you may notice that your eyelids appear puffy and swollen. In addition, you may experience double vision and slight pain. It's also possible to experience nausea. It is important to inform your surgeon if you experience any of these side effects.
Cost
Cosmetic surgery can correct droopy or sagging eyelids. This condition can impact a person's ability to see. This can be corrected with eyelid surgery. Patients will feel more confident. Although eyelid surgery is expensive, insurance can cover the cost. 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. After the surgery, patients are often given medication to help them feel comfortable and relax. In some cases general anesthesia may even be used to ensure that the patient remains asleep throughout the procedure. Patients may return home following the procedure. However they should refrain from strenuous activity for three to 4 weeks.
Dr. Jude LaBarbera’s approach to Blepharoplasty
Dr. Jude LaBarbera specializes in blepharoplasty, a cosmetic surgery that restores the youthful appearance of the eyelids. He has helped hundreds of patients, from late teens to the fifties. He is a person-centered practitioner who will work with each patient to achieve the best results.
The goal of blepharoplasty surgery is to restore the eyelid's shape and improve the patient's confidence. Excessive skin and fat may cause problems with vision and make the patient look older. Dr. LaBarbera makes a small incision near the natural crease at the eyelid. He removes the excess fat and eliminates any bulges. He may also have to reposition fat tissues. The fine sutures close the eyelid.