Cosmetic surgery called eyelid surgery removes excess skin around the eyes. It can make the patient's appearance less attractive and cause them to look worse. It can also cause vision problems. This surgery involves incisions along the natural crease of the eyelid, and the removal of excess fat and bulges. The surgeon may also be required to reposition certain fat tissues. Fine sutures will be used to close the wound after surgery.
Lower eyelid surgery
For people who are unhappy in the appearance of their eyes, lower eyelid surgeries is an option. The surgeon makes an opening in the lower eyelid to remove excess tissue. He then removes the excess tissue, stitches the incision line closed and closes the eyelid. The patient will feel mild discomfort for seven to ten days after the procedure. To reduce discomfort, the patient may need to apply a lubricating gel to his eyes and a cold compress. After this period, he will be able to resume his normal activities, which may include light activities but not strenuous.
Local anesthesia is used to perform the procedure. It doesn't leave visible scarring. The surgeon ensures that the incisions are made within the natural fold of your eyelid. The incisions are made so that there is no damage to the eye.
Recovery from blepharoplasty
While blepharoplasty can be done quickly and painlessly, there are certain precautions and limitations that should be taken before you go back to work or play. It is important to not wear eye makeup for at LEAST two weeks after the surgery. Also, avoid strenuous activities and activity for at LEAST 14 days. The day after surgery you can still shower, but it is recommended that you avoid using any foundation or shampoo. For two weeks, you should not swim or use hot tubs. Also, you should stop wearing contact lenses for 2 weeks.
You may experience blurred vision or numbness after surgery. Also, you may notice that your eyelids appear puffy and swollen. Additional symptoms include double vision, slight pain, and possibly blurred vision. Nausea is also possible. These side effects can also be caused by nausea. It's important that you inform your surgeon as soon as possible.
Prices
Cosmetic surgery may be able to correct droopy eyes. This condition can have a negative impact on vision. Eyelid surgery can address this problem and make the patient feel more confident. While eyelid surgery can be costly, most insurance companies will cover the costs. Patients will typically pay between $3500 and $9,000 for this surgery.
Depending on how much work is involved, the procedure can take between 30 and two hours. Patients often receive medication to ease their discomfort and help them relax after surgery. Sometimes, general anesthesia is used to make the patient unconscious during surgery. Patients can go home immediately after the procedure. However patients should avoid strenuous physical activity for at least three to five weeks.
Dr. Jude LaBarbera’s approach to Blepharoplasty
Dr. Jude LaBarbera specialises in blepharoplasty. This is cosmetic surgery that restores the youthful appearance to the eyelids. He has treated hundreds of patients from their late twenties through their fifties. His approach to blepharoplasty can be customized to each patient. He will help them achieve the results they want.
The purpose of blepharoplasty surgery, is to improve the patient's confidence and restore their eyelids. The appearance of the face and vision may be affected by excess skin and fat around their eyes. Dr. LaBarbera makes a small incision near the natural crease at the eyelid. He then removes excess fat and eliminates bulges. He may have to reposition fat tissues. The fine sutures close the eyelid.