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9 Facts About Blepharoplasty You Should Know

BLEPHAROPLASTY FACTS NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Our eyes often represent a great deal about our thoughts, feelings, and overall wellbeing. That being said, wrinkles, puffiness, bags, dark circles, and drooping can make women and men look tired, upset, and older.

Fortunately, blepharoplasty in Northern Virginia is a safe and effective way that patients can address loose and excess skin and bulging fat to rejuvenate their eyes.

So, is eyelid surgery right for you? If you want to learn more about this procedure, keep reading for 9 blepharoplasty facts you need to know.

1. IT’S ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR COSMETIC PROCEDURES

Eyelid surgery offers benefits to both women and men and consistently ranks in the top 5 most common plastic surgery procedures. Liposuction, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and breast lift are among the other frequently performed treatments.

2. BLEPHAROPLASTY CAN ADDRESS NUMEROUS CONCERNS

Many patients seek upper blepharoplasty in Northern Virginia to correct loose skin and excess skin in the folds of the upper eyelids. A lower blepharoplasty can improve puffiness, excess skin, wrinkles, and droopiness in the lower eyelids.

3. MOST PATIENTS ELECT TO UNDERGO UPPER AND LOWER EYELID SURGERY

For complete eyelid rejuvenation, a majority of patients opt to undergo upper and lower blepharoplasty in Northern Virginia at the same time. However, for those that choose just one procedure, 75% elect to have upper eyelid surgery.

4. GENERAL ANESTHESIA ISN’T ALWAYS REQUIRED

While some patients have blepharoplasty under general anesthesia, IV sedation and twilight anesthesia are also options.

5. BLEPHAROPLASTY RESULTS ARE LONG-LASTING

In many cases, blepharoplasty results can last a lifetime. This is especially true when treating hooding in the upper eyelids, excess upper eyelid skin, and under eye bags.

However, blepharoplasty results are usually best maintained with the help of Botox and fillers.

6. RECOVERY IS SHORT AND MANAGEABLE

Recovery time following eyelid surgery is typically 1 week, and patients can resume most of their normal activities in 10 days.

Mild and temporary bruising is possible. Pain is minimal and can easily be managed with over the counter medication or a prescription narcotic.

7. IT CAN ERASE PUFFY BAGS AND DARK CIRCLES

A lower blepharoplasty is a safe and extremely effective way to eliminate puffy bags and dark circles. This is achieved by repositioning or removing fat underneath the lower eyelid.

8. BLEPHAROPLASTY PRODUCES VERY NATURAL RESULTS

In the hands of an experienced and highly-skilled surgeon like Dr. Rostami or Dr. Naz, blepharoplasty results are natural-looking and make the eyes look brighter and more open. Consequently, patients appear refreshed, well-rested, and younger.

9. SCARS ARE BARELY VISIBLE

Blepharoplasty scarring is minimal and can often be concealed in the natural crease of the eyelids or inside the lids. In whichever case, scars are not visible when the eyes are open.

If you are considering eyelid surgery or want to know more blepharoplasty facts, please contact our office today to schedule a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Rostami or Dr. Naz. They will assess your concerns and goals and develop a customized treatment plan that best meets your needs.

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