The goal of eyelid surgery is to brighten-up your eyes and to recreate a more youthful and less tired look.
Limitations of Eyelid (Blepharoplasty) Surgery
There are limitations to eyelid surgery. The internal and external structures of your eyelids dictate the limitation of what can be done. In addition, you can not prevent continued aging after the surgery, and you can not recreate "young" skin..
Candidate for Eyelid (Blepharoplasty) Surgery
A good candidate for eyelid surgery is any patient with eyes which have the tell-tale signs of aging. The patient should also be in good health and have realistic expectations.
Risks and Complications
Below is a list of risks and complications associated with eyelid surgery. These risks and complications occur infrequently, but are the ones of concern when performing eyelid surgery. There may be other risks and complications, which happen even less frequently, that are not included in the list below.
Bleeding (Hematoma) Infection Unfavorable external scar Visual disturbances/blindness Ectropion - Retraction of the lower lid Persistent dry eyes Corneal abrasion/irritation Skin deficiency requiring grafting Asymmetry/Irregularities Sensitivity to light Numbness/Itching Reaction to medications
