What to Know Before Considering Eyelid Surgery
Regardless of a person’s age or how they feel, premature signs of aging can occur. No one wants to look old before their time, especially when these aesthetic imperfections affect a feature as prominent as the eyes. This is part of the reason that eyelid surgery (also known as blepharoplasty) has remained one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures in the US for decades now. To help patients gain a better understanding of this procedure and how it can help refresh the appearance of the face, I wanted to discuss a few things that people should know before pursuing eyelid surgery or band aid eyelid surgery.
Eyelid Surgery Can Be Performed in Different Ways
Eyelid surgery is not a one-size-fits-all procedure. During the surgery, I am able to remove excess skin and pockets of fat from the eyelids to help reduce a drooping or hooding effect that can make the eyes look tired. But depending on the patient’s needs, this can be performed on the upper lids, the lower ones, or both in some cases. I also offer my signature Band Aid eyelid surgery, a minimally invasive alternative performed in-office with gentle numbing that can provide outstanding, natural-looking results while cutting back on costs and post-surgery downtime.
Eyelid Surgery Can Help Men & Women
In fact, the procedure is equally popular among male and female patients. I have different techniques that I can utilize to ensure that male patients will not look feminine or drastically different after their eyelid surgery. Regardless of the patient’s gender, eyelid surgery is intended to provide a subtle tweak to the patient’s appearance, just a slightly younger version of themselves.
Eyelid Surgery Pairs Well with Other Procedures
It’s very common for patients to combine their eyelid lift with other cosmetic procedures of the face including facelift surgery, Band Aid mini facelift, a brow lift, and more. Doing so can help provide even more comprehensive anti-aging results and help the patient cut back on overall surgical costs accrued by having these procedures performed separately.
Eyelid Surgery Is Simple to Prepare For
Like any other cosmetic procedure, some preparation will be involved. Patients who smoke or use other nicotine products (including vaping and e-cigarettes) should cease to do so for at least 4 weeks before (and after) their surgery. Additionally, patients should avoid using anti-inflammatory medicines and herbal medicines (including Aspirin) for 2 weeks before and 1 week after eyelid surgery, to help reduce the risk of any complication during the procedure or recovery period. Patients should also make the necessary arrangements for transportation to and from their eyelid surgery procedure or Band Aid eyelid surgery as needed.
No matter which procedure alternative a patient eventually chooses, the results of eyelid surgery are long-lasting and truly incredible. If you are curious about eyelid surgery or my signature band aid eyelid surgery and would like to learn more, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation appointment. For more information about my practice and the procedures I offer, you can follow along with me on Facebook.