Plastic Surgery Cosmetic Surgery

Blepharoplasty, or cosmetic eye surgery, was described nearly seventy years ago and then practiced with only minor refinements. Twenty years ago, a major innovation initiated rapid evolution in eyelid surgery technique while also introducing its own set of shortcomings that have only recently begun to be addressed.

As you age, your eyelids stretch, and the muscles supporting them weaken. As a result, excess fat may gather above and below your eyelids, causing sagging eyebrows, drooping upper lids and bags under your eyes. Besides making you look older, severely sagging skin around your eyes also can impair your vision.

Blepharoplasty

may enhance appearance, widen the field of peripheral vision, and in some cases, even resolve “eye strain” in those individuals using forehead muscles to help elevate their upper eyelids. This procedure won’t remove “crow’s feet,” lift sagging eyebrows, or remove dark circles under the eyes.
After blepharoplasty surgery, the surgeon will probably lubricate your eyes with ointment and may apply a bandage. Some bruising and swelling will be experienced during the first and second weeks, however the majority of the swelling usually subsides after the first 10 days.

How much does a blepharoplasty cost?
Surgical fees vary widely depending on the length and complexity of the operation. They range from $1,000 to $4,000 or more, according to the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Most insurance plans do not cover the cost of blepharoplasty unless the surgery is needed to improve vision.

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