Blepharoplasty

Do you have excess skin around your eyes that causes drooping eyelids? At Houston Cosmetic Surgery Center in Houston, Texas, board-certified physician David Davila, DO, FACOS, and the team perform blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, to enhance the appearance of your eyes, correcting droopy eyelids, reducing puffiness, and eliminating under-eye bags. The procedure improves aesthetics and in some cases, vision. Call for an appointment or book an appointment online today.

What is blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that corrects issues with your eyelids, often for cosmetic or functional reasons. It involves the removal of excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper or lower eyelids. 

Dr. Davila commonly uses the procedure to treat droopy eyelids, which can impair vision or create a tired, aged appearance. People undergo blepharoplasty to enhance their appearance or improve the function of their eyelids.

When is blepharoplasty a recommended procedure?

Blepharoplasty is recommended in several cases. Dr. Davila may suggest the procedure if you have sagging or droopy eyelids, which can obstruct your vision. He may also recommend it if you have excess skin on your upper eyelid, puffiness caused by fat deposits, or bags under your eyes. 

You may also choose this procedure to restore a more youthful appearance to your face by addressing signs of aging around your eyes.

Medical conditions like ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) that impact vision may also warrant a blepharoplasty. Dr. Davila can assess whether you're a good candidate for the procedure based on your health and specific concerns.

How does blepharoplasty work?

During a blepharoplasty procedure, Dr. Davila typically performs the surgery while you're under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of your surgery and preferences. 

During the procedure, he makes incisions along the natural creases of your eyelids to minimize visible scarring. For upper eyelid surgery, he removes excess skin, fat, or muscle. For lower eyelid surgery, he might remove or redistribute fat to reduce puffiness or bags. He then closes the incisions with sutures.

How long does it take to recover from blepharoplasty?

Recovery from blepharoplasty typically takes a few weeks. Most people experience swelling and bruising around the eyes for the first week, and stitches are usually removed after about 5-7 days. You're advised to avoid strenuous activities for a couple of weeks for proper healing. Full recovery, where swelling completely subsides and the final results are visible, can take a few months.

Learn more about a blepharoplasty procedure by calling the friendly staff at Houston Cosmetic Surgery Center today or using the online scheduler to book a consultation.