Many individuals find that sagging eyelid skin can make them appear tired and older than they really are. Blepharoplasty, commonly referred to as eye lift surgery, helps reduce puffy bags under the eyes as well as correcting any upper lid drooping for a more refreshed and youthful appearance.
Blepharoplasty offers both cosmetic and functional benefits for certain individuals by removing fat and skin that obstruct the field of view, improving vision. Unfortunately, however, this surgical process typically isn't covered by insurance companies.
1. Improved Vision
Blepharoplasty involves surgical removal of sagging skin that obscures one's field of vision, which can be frustrating as it prevents many activities such as reading, driving, or using their hands. Furthermore, raising eyebrows to see can worsen brow lines and forehead wrinkles further.
This procedure also extends the natural opening of the eyes and improves peripheral vision, as well as prevent hooded eye appearance which makes you appear tired or haggard.
At surgery, an incision is concealed within a natural skin fold of either the upper eyelid or lower eyelid, and excess fat removed or relocated while sagging skin tightened for an updated, younger and fresher appearance - creating an enhanced field of vision that lasts a lifetime.
2. More Youthful Appearance
Blepharoplasty is an effective solution for people suffering from drooping eyelids that make them look older and tired, as well as improving field of vision by eliminating excess skin which blocks vision.
Surgery aims to restore an updated appearance by eliminating sagging skin, excess fat, and droopy muscles above and below the eyes, leaving behind more refreshed features. Furthermore, this procedure may reduce puffiness around the eyes, decrease wrinkles around them, increase width of eyes to create more youthfulness - giving eyes a rejuvenated appearance.
As part of your preparations for an upcoming blepharoplasty procedure, make sure that any medications such as warfarin (Jantoven), aspirin and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB etc) that could increase bleeding are discontinued for one week prior and one week after surgery. Smoking should also be avoided so your body has ample time to heal properly after the operation.
3. Enhanced Self-Confidence
Blepharoplasty's aesthetic enhancements can significantly boost confidence and self-image. Hooded eyelids often give an aged, tired appearance that makes you less approachable in social settings; by eliminating this appearance with blepharoplasty, your outlook becomes alert and vibrant again.
Eyelift results tend to be long-term, improving your appearance even into the future. Furthermore, fat repositioning and reduction techniques may help minimize under-eye bags for an additional enhancement.
Blepharoplasty is an effective and reliable cosmetic procedure with lasting effects, so choosing an experienced double board-certified facial plastic surgeon like Dr. Jon Mendelsohn from Advanced Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Cincinnati to ensure optimal results is key for optimal outcomes. Through blepharoplasty you can enhance vision while rejuvenating the entire facial profile.
4. Reduced Eye Fatigue
As age takes its toll on the delicate skin around the eyes, puffiness and sagging may give off an exhausted, worn out appearance. A blepharoplasty procedure can correct these cosmetic concerns to restore a more vibrant, youthful look to the face.
As well as decreasing light reaching the irises, drooping eyelids can prevent its proper distribution; this causes eyes to appear dull and lifeless. A blepharoplasty procedure can "open the drapes," making them appear brighter and more vibrant.
Candidates for blepharoplasty should be in good overall health with no chronic medical conditions that could increase surgical risks. Smokers must quit, while it's wise to forego medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB etc), naproxen sodium (Aleve etc) and herbal supplements that may increase bleeding risks such as aspirin.
5. Less Bleeding
Blepharoplasty removes excess skin around the eyes to produce a refreshed appearance and can improve upper eyelid hooding or bagginess on lower eyelids.
Droopy eyelids make people appear tired and haggard, which can have serious implications in both professional and social life. Although skincare products and injectables may help tighten tighten around their eyes temporarily, none are as reliable or long-term solutions than surgical procedures like blepharoplasty.
Before getting a blepharoplasty procedure done, speak with your physician about its potential risks and benefits. Be sure to inform them of any allergies to medication as well as your medical history - for instance if there's been any history of bleeding or clotting issues in the past or current medications such as Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB), Aspirin, Naproxen sodium (Aleve) or other substances which increase bleeding such as anticoagulant drugs that should also be avoided as these increase bleeding.
