Most individuals plagued by the thought of aging being evident on their faces opt to undergo a facelift to improve their appearance. However, the signs of aging can become apparent on your eyelids (both upper and lower) making you look tired and/or angry. The application of eye makeup will not work either. You would therefore be well advised to consider cosmetic blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery by a competent cosmetic surgeon approved by the board.
Reasons To Consider Cosmetic Blepharoplasty
Well, there are too many reasons for undergoing this type of surgery. However, it is the cosmetic improvement that is most popular althoughblepharoplasty can be done to improve vision as well. You may consider this surgery when you experience any of the following: –
Lack of elasticity and gravitational pull causes excess skin to form on either the upper or lower eyelid or both.
- The extra fold of skin hanging from the upper eyelid can get in the way causing you to live with impaired vision.
- The lower eyelid may be marred with wrinkles and excess skin that makes your eyes look ungainly
- Bulges often form underneath the lower eyelid known as eye bags. The surgeon can eliminate the stored fat from the bag and restore the thin membrane on the lower eyelid to prevent such an occurrence in the future.
It is important to know that this type of surgery will not help you to get rid of the fine lines beside your eyes or crow’s feet. You have to consider additional facial surgery to get rid of all age-related blemishes around the eyes.
Are you a good candidate for Blepharoplasty?
The cosmetic surgeon who will carry out the process has the final say in this matter. However, you will be given a set of guidelines to go through before considering the procedure. You can certainly look forward to a youthful-looking eye with the excess fat and skin removed from your upper and/or lower eyelids post-surgery when you meet the following conditions…
- You are at least 30 years old
- You are not afflicted with any serious eye conditions such as glaucoma, dry eye, and detached retina
- You have not been diagnosed with any type of Thyroid disease such as Graves’ disease, hypothyroidism, or hyperthyroidism
- You do not have Heart ailments, high blood pressure, and/or other circulatory diseases
- Your blood glucose level is normal and you have never been diagnosed with Diabetes
Benefits to enjoy after Blepharoplasty
- Minimal Scarring
- Long-Lasting Results
- Younger Shape Above the Eyes
- More Rested and Alert Appearance
- Boost of Confidence
- Improved Positive Social Interactions
No need for contouring of the eyes or application of too much eye makeup to mask the excess skin or bulge on the eyelids
It is indeed pleasing to know that the procedure will only take about 45 minutes to an hour to complete. You may expect to spend double the time when you are intent on fixing both the upper and lower eyelid simultaneously.
You are welcome to consider cosmetic blepharoplasty no doubt but you may also expect an improved field of vision after undergoing the procedure successfully.
