Blepharoplasty
What Is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a procedure to remove excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper and/or lower eyelids. With age, the skin loses elasticity and fat may bulge forward, creating puffiness, drooping lids, or under-eye bags. In some cases, this can even obstruct vision.
Who Is It For?
This procedure is commonly performed for cosmetic reasons but may also be recommended for functional improvement if sagging eyelid skin affects your vision. Some individuals may have a hereditary tendency to develop under-eye bags at a younger age.
Treatment Options
Upper Eyelid Surgery: Removes excess skin and fat to create a more alert appearance.
Lower Eyelid Surgery: Reduces puffiness and smooths under-eye bags.
Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty: Removes fat from the lower eyelid through the inside of the eyelid, leaving no external scar.
Laser Skin Resurfacing: May be combined with surgery to improve fine wrinkles.
What to Expect
Blepharoplasty is typically done under local or general anesthesia. Recovery is straightforward: mild swelling, bruising, and tightness around the eyes are common and temporary. Most patients return to normal activities within 1–2 weeks. Final results become more visible as swelling subsides over several weeks.
Limitations
Blepharoplasty improves skin within the eyelid area only. It does not remove crow’s feet, dark circles, or sagging cheeks. Additional procedures like brow lifts or laser treatments may be recommended for enhanced results.