Will I have visible scars?

After surgery, scarring will not be visible because of where the incisions are placed. In the upper eyelid, the incision follows the natural crease of the eye. The lower eyelid incision will run just under the eyelashes or inside the eyelid. Scarring will be inconspicuous.

Will eyelid surgery fix my crow’s feet?

Eyelid surgery will reduce puffy bags and excess skin and may help contribute to some minimization of crow’s feet. However, to truly treat crow’s feet, one will need a different approach. Botox injections and procedures such as a brow lift are better options to help minimize crow’s feet.

Will I experience irritation after surgery?

You may experience some dryness and minimal irritation following surgery. If these occur, we can recommend ointments and eye drops to assist during the healing phase. You should protect your eyes against wind and sun irritation for the first several months by wearing dark sunglasses.

Will eyelid surgery impair my vision?

If anything, eyelid surgery actually helps improve the vision for many patients. Not only does it restore a fresh, younger look from a cosmetic standpoint, it removes the excess skin that may have been impairing vision. It is important to select a skilled surgeon who has expertise with eyelid surgery. We take great care during this surgery so that the eyes themselves are left untouched and unharmed.

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Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, removes excess skin from your eyelids. If you have droopy eyelids or bags under your eyes, eyelid surgery creates a more youthful, refreshed appearance. For excessive sagging, eyelid surgery can improve your vision by removing skin blocking your peripheral vision.

A more alert and youthful look

Loss of skin elasticity is a natural part of the aging process. For the eyelids, this can mean sagging skin and a droopy look. You may develop bags under your eyes that don’t go away even when you get enough sleep. Droopy eyelids can make you look tired or older than you feel. As the eyes tend to be the first thing people notice about you, this can be upsetting and may make you feel self-conscious. This is not something you have to resign yourself to living with. Eyelid surgery provides subtle results that can make you look more energetic, refreshed and significantly younger.