Double Eyelid Surgery in Northern Virginia
EYELID SURGERY RESTON
Approximately 50% of individuals of Asian ancestry do not have a naturally-occurring double eyelid fold. In order to achieve a more open appearance to the eyes, many of these women and men elect to undergo double eyelid surgery.
Dr. Soheila Rostami is a double board-certified oculo-facial plastic surgeon who has extensive expertise in eyelid surgery in Reston, Northern Virginia, and strives to create individualized plans of action for her patients. Her skill and experience allow her to provide patients with natural-looking double eyelid surgery results.
Continue reading to learn more about this procedure.
WHAT IS DOUBLE EYELID SURGERY?
A double blepharoplasty in Reston, Northern Virginia, is a cosmetic procedure that creates a visible crease or fold in the upper eyelid when the eyes are open.
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR A DOUBLE BLEPHAROPLASTY?
Many patients seek double eyelid surgery in Reston, VA, to achieve a more open and alert appearance to the eyes. Age and the amount of extra fat and skin under the upper eyelid are important factors that must be considered when developing a customized surgical plan.
HOW IS DOUBLE EYELID SURGERY PERFORMED?
There are two approaches to a double blepharoplasty: Non-incisional and incisional.
The non-incisional approach is used when the patient has an insufficient amount of fat and skin under the upper eyelid. Its performed by creating small openings in the skin and passing a stitch through to attach the upper eyelid skin to the underlying levator muscle.
An incisional approach involves making an incision in the upper eyelid area and removing a small volume of fat.
Both types of surgery are completed with local anesthesia and IV sedation. Treatment time is approximately 1 hour.
WHAT CAN PATIENTS EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT?
After undergoing a double blepharoplasty, patients are able to return home to rest and recover. Its not uncommon to experience swelling in the eyelid area, which may take several months to a year to fully subside.
Stitches are typically removed 1 week post-procedure.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DOUBLE EYELID SURGERY
If you are considering double eyelid surgery in Northern Virginia, please contact our office today to schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons and oculo-facial specialists Dr. Rostami and Dr. Naz.