Blepharoplasty is a type of surgery that removes excess skin from the eyelids. As you age, the eyelids stretch and the muscles that support them weaken. As a result, excess fat can accumulate above and below the eyelids. This results in sagging eyebrows, drooping upper eyelids and bags under the eyes.
Aside from the aged appearance, significant sagging of the skin around the eyes can reduce side vision (peripheral vision), especially in the upper and outer parts of the visual field. Blepharoplasty can reduce or eliminate these vision problems. The surgery can also make the eyes appear younger and more alert.
Blepharoplasty may be an option for the following:
• Bags or sagging in the upper eyelids
• Excess skin in the upper eyelids that partially blocks peripheral vision
• Excess skin in the lower eyelids
• Bags under the eyes
Blepharoplasty can be performed at the same time you have another procedure, such as a brow lift, facelift or skin resurfacing.
