Blepharoplasty or cosmetic eyelid surgery is a surgical procedure that many people choose to have. It is a wonderful way to make your entire face look more youthful. It is important before scheduling any surgical procedure, even plastic surgery, to understand more about what to expect from the surgery and after the surgery to ensure that it is the best choice for you.
What is included in blepharoplasty and what results can I expect?
During
cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), excess skin, fat, and muscle are removed from the top and bottom eyelids to make the eyes look younger and more open. A blepharoplasty can help you to see better without the excess skin, can help sagging or drooping eyelids, can help you look more awake and alive, and can help the appearance of bags around the eyes.
When will I see the results from eyelid surgery?
Cosmetic eyelid surgery will allow you to see results as soon as the swelling and bruising starts to diminish. This normally takes a couple of weeks.
How long will the results last that you can get from blepharoplasty?
Most of the time, the results that you get from this eyelid surgery will last for a very long time. When fat is removed, it does not regrow, which will allow you to enjoy the results for many years. Very rarely is another eyelid procedure needed.
Is there any scarring that occurs from this surgical procedure?
Any surgical procedure has some scarring, but in this type of procedure, the scars are normally located in the creases of the eyes, which make them virtually invisible after they have healed. If you have surgery on the lower eyelids, the scars can even be placed inside of the eyelid, which will mean that they cannot be seen at all.
How long do I have to take off of work to have this surgery?
You can go back to work within two to three weeks after surgery, but it may be a little longer until all of the swelling and discoloration is gone.
To learn more about eyelid surgery as well as other cosmetic surgery options such as
facelift,
tummy tuck (abdominoplasty),
body contouring surgery, and
BOTOX injections, contact our
San Antonio and Austin plastic surgery office for a consultation.