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What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is the medical term for cosmetic eyelid surgery, which is a procedure that is performed to treat signs of aging, such as excess eyelid skin, poor fat distribution, and weak muscles in the upper or lower eyelids.

The skin around the eyes is one of the most critical areas for facial aesthetics because it affects the look of the entire face. Loose skin, heavy bags, and volume loss can cause you to look older, moody or tired, while rejuvenated eyes allow you to appear youthful and refreshed.

Functional blepharoplasty or ptosis repair is performed on the upper eyelids to remove excess tissue that is blocking the field of vision due to age, injury or another condition. Other procedures can be performed alongside the eyelid procedure like a brow lift or facelift to meet the aesthetic goals of Dr. Baker’s blepharoplasty patients.

Benefits of Blepharoplasty

Drooping eyelids and excess fat erase the natural crease in the eyelid, aging the face and causing the eyes to look puffy and tired. Upper and lower eyelid surgery can:

  • Remove excess skin from the upper lid area
  • Minimize puffiness or under-eye bags
  • Provide a more rested appearance
  • Create a defined eyelid crease
  • Remove drooping skin from the upper eyelids to improve vision
  • Restore a smooth upper eyelid
  • Improve self-esteem and self-confidence

Are You a Candidate for Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery?

You may be a blepharoplasty candidate if you are healthy and have puffy upper eyelids that cause your eyes to look tired and sad, or fine lower eyelid wrinkles, dark circles, under-eye bags or hooded upper eyelids. These signs of aging are commonly treated with eyelid surgery. Dr. Stephan Baker is highly experienced and provides outstanding, natural-looking results for his eyelid lift patients.

Your Blepharoplasty Consultation

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Baker specializes in eyelid surgery and facial rejuvenation. Your blepharoplasty consultation is the best time to ask questions and discuss your cosmetic goals.

During your consultation with Dr. Baker, he will evaluate your general health and review your health history to determine any possible risk factors. He will also provide you with before and after photos of past eyelid surgery patients and discuss brow lifts and other options that he may recommend adding to your treatment plan. He will examine your face and eyes, discuss eyelid surgery options, and recommend the best course of treatment.

Preparing for Blepharoplasty Surgery

You will receive eyelid surgery preparation instructions during your initial consultation with Dr. Baker. He may request lab testing and/or a medical evaluation with your general practitioner prior to your blepharoplasty procedure. You may need to adjust certain medications, stop smoking and avoid herbal supplements, aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs that can increase the risk for bleeding and bruising.

Blepharoplasty Procedure

Dr. Baker performs outpatient eyelid surgery with local and sleep anesthesia at a hospital accredited outpatient surgery center. There are two different types of blepharoplasty: upper and lower eyelid lifts. Depending on their goals, patients may choose one or the other or the procedures can be performed together.

Upper Eyelid Lift

Upper Eyelid Lift

Dr. Baker creates an incision in the natural crease of the top lid to reduce visible scarring. He then removes excess skin and unwanted fat deposits and repositions the remaining tissue to refresh the appearance of the eyelid and allow greater visibility. Dr. Baker removes only the necessary amount of skin, which protects the eyes’ ability to close properly.

Lower Eyelid Lift

Lower Eyelid Lift

Dr. Baker places an incision just below the lash line to reduce scarring, removes excess eyelid skin and lifts the lower lid. Dr. Baker may also create an incision along the inside of the lower eyelid using a transconjunctival approach. This incision is entirely invisible and is used to remove or reposition excess fat in the lower eyelid that is causing under-eye fat bags and a puffy appearance.

Blepharoplasty Recovery

Dr. Baker will instruct you on the application of cold compresses and the use of drops during recovery, which will maintain the health and comfort of your eyes. He will remove the stitches and evaluate your process during the first few days. Most patients return to work and resume normal activities within one to two weeks. Mild bruising and swelling can be expected for about one week, and it is also normal to experience sensitivity to light and puffiness for the first few days.

Risks & Side Effects of Eyelid Surgery

Choosing to have plastic surgery is a personal decision, and Dr. Baker will discuss your health history and possible risk factors with you during your consultation. You will also review consent forms before having the surgery that will list any potential risks. Possible eyelid surgery risks can include:

  • Bruising and swelling
  • Anesthesia complications
  • Incision line bleeding
  • Dry eyes
  • Sensitivity to bright light
  • Infection
  • Temporary or permanent changes in vision
  • Persistent pain
  • Possibility of revision surgery

The risks posed by eyelid surgery are greatly reduced when an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Stephan Baker performs the surgery. Be sure to choose an experienced blepharoplasty specialist when selecting your plastic surgeon.

Why Choose Dr. Baker for Blepharoplasty in Miami?

Dr. Stephan Baker is known as a blepharoplasty expert, emphasizing honesty and integrity in his practice. He is dedicated to helping patients look and feel their best with cosmetic eyelid surgery and is proud to offer beautiful, natural results. Patients can place their trust in Dr. Baker’s skill, artistry, and 25 years of experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I have scars after an eyelift?

Dr. Baker places the incisions along the crease of the upper eyelid where they are concealed within the natural fold of the eyelid. The lower eyelid surgery incision is created just along the lash line and is also naturally concealed. An inner incision within the lower eyelid may be created to remove excess fat and skin, and this incision is completely hidden.

The eyelid tends to heal better than any other area of the body, meaning that scarring is minimal and usually fades naturally. Dr. Baker will discuss the incisions that he will use during your eyelid surgery, along with any potential for scarring, at your initial consultation.

How long will my blepharoplasty results last?

Eyelid surgery helps to reverse signs of aging and can improve vision when excess skin is removed from the upper eyelids. Blepharoplasty can refresh your eyes with outstanding, long-lasting results that improve the eye area for years. However, the surgery will not prevent future aging.

What are the alternatives to blepharoplasty?

Non-invasive treatments like Botox relaxes the muscles around your eyes in the frown and crow’s feet areas and slightly elevated the outer brows, and this may provide some improvement to your eyes. Injectable treatments like Juvéderm or Restylane fillers may be used to fill under eye hollows and reduce dark shadows.

With that said, blepharoplasty is the best and only treatment to tighten the delicate skin on the upper eyelids, remove excess skin, or lift an eyelid that partially covers the eyes, causing vision problems.

Is blepharoplasty covered by medical insurance?

Cosmetic plastic surgery is not covered by medical insurance. Blepharoplasty is typically a cosmetic procedure and is therefore rarely covered by insurance.

Call for a Consultation

Stephan Baker MD FACS, has more than 25 years of experience performing cosmetic surgeries, such as brow lifts, facelifts, and blepharoplasty in Miami, FL. Call 305–381–8837 to request a blepharoplasty consultation with cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Baker.

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