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Eyelid
Surgery: Upper and lower lid eyelifts to rejuvenate your face
Eyelid
Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Blepharoplasty is cosmetic - or reconstructive eyelid surgery - and is designed
to remove the excess fat, along with skin and muscle, from the upper and
lower eyelids. It is the second most common plastic surgery procedure performed;
and in recent years it has become as popular with many male patients as
well as female patients
Please ask Dr.
Monteiro about anything you don't understand in the information contained
below.
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About
Blepharoplasty
A properly
performed blepharoplasty procedure will brighten
the face and restore a more youthful appearance.
In some patients the procedure will improve
vision by removing the excessive skin of
the upper eyelids which can hang down and
interfere with peripheral vision. The
best patients for eyelid surgery are those
who are healthy, psychologically stable and
well motivated. Some medical conditions may
increase the risk of blepharoplasty surgery
such as thyroid disease, high blood pressure,
and patients who do not make sufficient tears
to keep their eyes well lubricated. Dr.
Monteiro will discuss your particular
needs with you in detail, and he will customize
your eyelid lift to your specific needs and
desired outcome. Cosmetic eyelid surgery
is often performed in conjunction with facelift surgery.
Scars are a result of any surgical procedure. However, the incisions made to
accomplish the goals of the procedure are barely visible after several months
as they are placed within the normal creases and folds of the upper and lower
eyelids. In patients who only need removal of fat from the lower eyelids, the
incision can be made on the inside of the eyelid, and will therefore result
in an invisible scar.
The blepharoplasty
procedure will not eradicate the wrinkles around the eyes ("crow's
feet") nor will it elevate droopy eyebrow. Other procedures
such as laser skin resurfacing, a
chemical peel, or injectible treatments such as Botox®,
Juviderm, or
collagen may help to alleviate lines and grooves adjacent
to the eyes. Dark circles under the eyes may improve a bit if
this is related to large bags, but most often the darker appearance
of the lower eyelid skin remains.
What
are the risks involved with this
procedure?
 Fortunately,
when performed by a competent plastic
surgeon, complications are infrequent
and minor. All patients will experience
some bruising and swelling for
a few days after the surgery. In
addition, a temporary problem with
closure of the eyelids is usually
seen. Some may have temporary blurring
of their vision, usually due to
the ointments applied to the incisions
post operatively. In rare instances,
the lower eyelid may be pulled
down causing an ectropion.
If this does not resolve on its
own, further surgery may be necessary.
The theoretical complications of
any surgical procedure, such as
bleeding, infection, wound disruption
and heavy scarring are also possible,
but rare.
The
Goals of Eyelid Surgery
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Before
surgery....what
are the goals of blepharoplasty?
A
properly performed blepharoplasty
procedure will brighten the
face and restore a more youthful
appearance. In some patients
the procedure will improve
vision by removing the excessive
skin of the upper eyelids which
can hang down and interfere
with peripheral vision.
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Your
new look...!
After
any swelling or bruising and redness is
gone, you will see a dramatic reduction
and a noted improvement in the appearance
of your upper and/or lower eyelids. Bruising
and redness/swelling usually resolves in
about 7 to 10 days. Using clean, soft
icepacks (that fit the contour of your
eye area) regularly
during the first days after the procedure
help healing along and help reduce brusing
and swelling. Both women and men noticeably
benefit from this procedure, and results
generally last for years to come.
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At
left: After surgery on upper
and lower eyelids...
Eyelid
surgery is usually performed using
local anesthesia and light intravenous
sedation. It is commonly done in the
doctor's office, outpatient surgical
center or, in some cases, in a hospital.
The procedure is most often performed
on an outpatient basis.
Please ask Dr.
Monteiro about anything you don't understand in the information contained
above.
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