Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a popular cosmetic procedure that can rejuvenate the area around the eyes, helping you look more rested and youthful. Over time, the delicate skin around the eyes can droop or develop puffiness, making you appear tired or older than you feel. Dr. Alain Polynice offers blepharoplasty to target these concerns, removing excess skin, tightening muscles, and eliminating fat deposits for a refreshed look.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your appearance or improve vision impacted by sagging skin, blepharoplasty can provide stunning results that brighten your entire expression.
What is blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a procedure designed to improve the appearance of the eyelids by removing or repositioning excess skin, fat, and muscle around the eyes. As we age, the skin around our eyes naturally loses elasticity, leading to drooping eyelids or under-eye bags that can make us look older or more tired than we feel.
During the procedure, Dr. Polynice carefully makes small incisions along the natural creases of the eyelids, skillfully removing or redistributing tissue to create a smoother, more youthful look. Whether addressing upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, blepharoplasty is a transformative solution for a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance.
What are the benefits of blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty offers both aesthetic and functional benefits that can greatly enhance a person’s appearance and comfort. By addressing sagging skin and under-eye puffiness, eyelid surgery provides a range of impactful results:
- Refreshed, youthful appearance: Removes drooping or excess skin around the eyes to create a more rested and rejuvenated look.
- Improved vision: Eliminates sagging upper eyelid skin that can sometimes obstruct the line of sight, enhancing peripheral vision and overall clarity.
- Smooth, defined contours: Reduces puffiness and under-eye bags by removing or redistributing fat, achieving a smoother, more contoured eye area.
- Long-lasting results: The effects of blepharoplasty can last many years, making it a lasting investment in one’s confidence and appearance.
How is blepharoplasty performed?
During a blepharoplasty procedure, Dr. Polynice makes precise incisions in the natural folds of the eyelids to access and remove or reposition excess tissue, allowing for a smoother and more youthful eye contour. Here’s a closer look at how the surgery works:
- Upper Eyelid Surgery: Incisions are made along the natural crease of the upper eyelid. Through these incisions, excess skin and fat are removed or repositioned to create a more defined, refreshed upper eyelid.
- Lower Eyelid Surgery: For lower eyelid concerns, incisions are typically made just below the lash line or inside the lower lid. This approach allows for the removal or adjustment of fat deposits to reduce puffiness and smooth under-eye bags.
Blepharoplasty is usually performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia, allowing patients to return home the same day. The result is a natural, rejuvenated appearance that leaves eyes looking alert, refreshed, and more youthful.
Am I a candidate?
Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty are those who experience concerns with the skin around their eyes that affect their appearance, comfort, or even vision. This procedure can be highly effective for people who:
- Have drooping or sagging eyelids that create a tired or aged look, impacting their facial appearance.
- Experience puffiness or bags under the eyes due to excess fat, which may make them look fatigued.
- Have healthy facial tissues and muscles, allowing for safe healing and optimal results.
- Are in good overall health and do not have serious eye conditions, such as glaucoma or chronic dry eyes.
- Seek a long-lasting solution to refresh their look, rather than temporary fixes like injectables.
Request a consultation in Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills, or Templeton
Ready to rejuvenate your appearance and restore a more vibrant look with eyelid surgery? Schedule a personalized blepharoplasty consultation with Dr. Polynice in Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills, or Templeton to explore your options. Call us today at (805) 491-9940 or simply fill out the form below to get started on your journey toward refreshed, youthful eyes.