

Blepharoplasty

What is a Blepharoplasty?
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance of the eyelids.
Surgery can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids or both.
Whether you want to improve your appearance or are experiencing functional problems with your eyelids, eyelid surgery can rejuvenate the area surrounding your eyes.
What eyelid surgery can treat:
Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision
Fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the eyelids
Bags under the eyes
Drooping lower eyelids that reveal white below the iris
Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid
Good candidates for eyelid surgery include:
Healthy individuals with no medical conditions that can impair healing
Nonsmokers
Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic goals
Individuals without serious eye conditions
The information on this page is referenced from American Society of Plastic Surgery.
Rohrich, Rod. “Eyelid Surgery.” American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2018, www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/eyelid-surgery.