Why Eyelid Surgery Is Right for You - Tampa Palms Plastic Surgery

As the focal point of the face, the eyes commonly become the target area for cosmetic surgery. The eyes can undergo striking changes during the aging process, causing people to lose a bright, rested appearance of the face.

Eyelid surgery is a popular plastic surgery procedure that refreshes the eye area to make the entire face appear more youthful. If you’re looking to improve the appearance of your eyes, eyelid surgery may be an excellent solution for you.

What Is Eyelid Surgery?

Also called blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery is a plastic surgery procedure that involves removing excess tissue around the eyes to tighten the skin and reduce puffiness. The procedure can help you achieve both functional and aesthetic goals, given that excess tissue around the eyes can cause problems with vision in addition to creating cosmetic concerns.

The Eyelid Lift Procedure

During eyelid surgery, your plastic surgeon will make incisions in the eyes’ natural creases to minimize scarring. The creases are typically made in the upper eyelid creases and under the lower lid lashes. Through these incisions, excess skin, fat, and tissue are carefully removed. Then, the incisions are closed with fine stitches.

Why You Should Consider Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery can provide the following benefits to the eye area:

Tightens and lifts the skin around the eyes
Eliminates excess skin
Reduces eye puffiness and under-eye bags

Swelling and bruising resulting from eyelid surgery generally subsides within 7 to 10 days of the procedure. The stitches can typically be removed within a week of the procedure, while some light sensitivity may persist for a couple of weeks. Additionally, since the incisions are aligned with the eyes’ natural creases, as the scarring from eyelid surgery fades over time it becomes barely visible.