Eyelid Surgery San Diego

Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)

Indications:

Excessive or unsightly upper or lower eyelid skin
Excess upper eyelid skin that interferes with vision
Loss of natural upper eyelid crease
Puffy pouches of fat in the upper or lower lids that create a tired or “hung over” appearance.

Description of Procedure:

The operation is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local, or general anesthesia.
The incisions are made where the natural crease should be in the upper lids and below the lash line in the lower lids.
Excess fat and skin are removed.
If only excess fat is present in the lower lids, it may be removed through an incision under the lower lids with no external incision or scar.

Intended Result:

A more youthful and rested appearance in the eyes.
Widening of visual fields if excessive upper lid skin has partially blocked vision.

Recuperation and Healing:

All sutures are usually removed in 4-7 days. Initial mild discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication.
Bruising and sensitivity to light last at least a week or two.
Swelling progressively disappears in 1-2 weeks.
Eye makeup can be used after sutures are removed. Contact lenses can be worn when comfortable- usually within 7-10 days.

Additional Procedures to Enhance Result:

Face Procedures