Many persons above the age of 30 to 35 have concerns about their wrinkles around the eyes and sagging eyelids. Wrinkles and fine lines are one of the most visible signs of aging around the eyes. The skin near the eye area is extremely thin and is prone to mutilation. Any kind of external factors and age can cause the sagging and baggy of the eyelids over time. Furthermore, fat also gathers around the upper and lower eyelids area by giving you an aged appearance. If you notice such indications of aging and baggy eyelids, you must consider eyelid blepharoplasty from Hilton Head Plastic Surgery & MedSpa. Our modern techniques exist to reduce the appearance of wrinkled and sagging eyelids. Continue reading this article to learn what eyelid surgery is and how it can be done.
What is Eyelid Surgery?
This eyelid surgery is known as blepharoplasty that is used to improve the appearance of upper and lower eyelids or both. Eyelid surgery can help to rejuvenate the appearance of the area adjacent to the eyes. It is mostly used to correct sagging or loose skin, excess fat, reduce bags or dark circles under the eyes, fine wrinkles and droopiness of the lower eyelid providing a more youthful appearance. One of the first things observed about a person is their eyes. Due to the aging process, fine lines, wrinkles, and puffiness contribute to an aged or tired appearance. The eye lift blepharoplasty is often performed in conjunction with other facial procedures such as a face lift or nose surgery (rhinoplasty).
Reasons for Considering Blepharoplasty
If you have extreme dark circles under your eyes.
Droopiness and fine wrinkles are also the reason for eyelid blepharoplasty.
If you have unnecessary skin or wrinkles surrounding the eyelids.
If you have puffiness and a tired appearance due to inherited factors.
General Procedure
The surgical procedure of eyelid surgery at Hilton Head Plastic Surgery & MedSpa includes a tiny incision made in the usual contours around the eyes area, that is leaving no visible scarring. Our surgeon will generally perform upper eyelid surgery first to eliminate any kind of fatty tissue and tighten the loose skin. Lower eyelid surgery is done next to remove the puffiness and reduce dark circles. The procedure generally takes about one to three hours. If additional cosmetic procedures like ear surgery otoplasty are being performed, the eyelid surgery could last longer.
Recovery Procedure
Usually, post-operative directions call for plenty of rest and restricted movement in order to speed up the recovery process and reduce the healing time. Patients may report minor pain related to surgery that can be treated with oral medicine. While problems are rare, patients can diminish the risk of possible problems by carefully following the directions given by the surgeon.
The benefits of eyelid blepharoplasty from Hilton Head Plastic Surgery & MedSpa are long-lasting. You can also opt for neck lift surgery which is resulting in a more rested and youthful appearance.
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