BLEPHAROPLASTY TECHNIQUE

An upper blepharoplasty can be performed either in the office under local anesthesia or in the operating room under general anesthesia if it’s performed as part of another cosmetic procedure such as a facelift. Dr. Beena will discuss all of these options with you in detail during your initial consultation. During your upper blepharoplasty procedure, he will remove a section of skin from your upper eyelid as well as any excess fat. The incision line will be placed within the crease of your eye so that any scar will be hidden.* Your incisions will be closed with sutures that will need to be removed in the office about 5-7 days following surgery.
For your lower blepharoplasty, Dr. Beena will make an incision underneath your lower eyelash line through which he will remove and reposition the fat in your lower eye to create a smooth transition from your eye to your cheek.* Any excess skin is then excised and the incisions are closed using a dissolvable suture.

RECOVERY FROM BLEPHAROPLASTY SURGERY

Immediately after your upper blepharoplasty surgery, you can expect some swelling and mild bruising, but this will resolve in a couple of days. The sutures will be removed in Dr. Beena’s office 5-7 days after your procedure although it may take up to 6 months for your final results.
Recovering from a lower blepharoplasty is slightly more involved. There is typically more bruising and swelling which may last for up to a week. If performed as part of facial rejuvenation surgery, this is usually the procedure which requires the most care and downtime. It is very important to follow Dr. Beena’s post-operative instructions to ensure that you heal in a safe, expeditious manner.

FAQ

Q: THE OUTSIDE OF MY EYES LOOK HEAVY AND THERE’S A LOT OF EXCESS SKIN. WILL AN UPPER BLEPHAROPLASTY HELP WITH THAT?

A: Often the excess skin on the outside of the eyes is due to a combination of issues including the descent of your eyebrows. To get more effective aesthetic results, you may require a brow lift in addition to your upper blepharoplasty.

Q: CAN I ACHIEVE THE SAME RESULTS AS A LOWER BLEPHAROPLASTY WITH FILLERS AND LASERS?

A: Fillers are only temporary. There are also limitations as to what’s achievable with fillers alone. Dr. Beena does perform filler injections for hallows in the tear trough area. During your initial consultation, he will discuss whether or not this would be the right option to treat your issues.

Q: SOME PEOPLE I KNOW SEEM TO HAVE EYES WHICH ARE A DIFFERENT SHAPE AFTER SURGERY. WILL MINE LOOK LIKE THAT TOO?

A: Changes in the appearance and shape of the eyes can sometimes happen with a drastic lower blepharoplasty. Because of Dr. Beena’s advanced training in cosmetic surgery, he strives to deliver only the most natural-looking results.*