EYELID SURGERY (BLEPHAROPLASTY)
As we age, the muscles around the eyes weaken and the skin becomes loose. This may produce drooping skin in the upper eyelids, and bulging fat of the lower eyelids, which creates a tired and sad appearance. Blepharoplasty involves the removal of excess skin from the upper eyelids, and bulging tissue and excess skin from the lower eyelids. The goal is to achieve a refreshed appearance with smooth upper and lower eyelids. Some Asian patients desire creation of a crease within the upper eyelid. Upper lid or lower lid surgeries can be performed alone, or in combination with other procedures such as facelift and browlift.

Initial Consultation for Eyelid Surgery Procedure
During your initial consultation with Dr. Naidu, she will discuss with you your desires and expectations from surgery. This will also involve a complete medical history, and an examination of the skin, fat and muscles around your eyes. Patients using corrective lenses are requested to see their ophthalmologist for clearance prior to surgery.  Dr. Naidu will suggest a procedure that suits you best and answer any questions that you might have.

Eyelid Surgery Procedure
Blepharoplasty is performed through incisions hidden within a natural crease of the upper lid, and below the lash line or inside the lower lid. Excess skin is removed from the lids. Fat may be removed or repositioned depending upon the patient’s individual anatomy.  In some cases, fat may be added to the area under the eyelids to fill in depressions.  In the Asian blepharoplasty procedure, also termed double eyelid surgery, the goal is to create a natural lid fold while avoiding an overly Westernized eye. The procedure takes 1 to 2 hours and is performed as an ambulatory procedure in the hospital or an ambulatory surgery center.

Post Eyelid Surgery
Following surgery, cold compresses are applied to the eyes for comfort and to minimize swelling and bruising. Sutures placed during surgery are removed three to five days following surgery. Most patients are able to read two days following surgery, and to return to work after one week. Bruising may last up to 2-3 weeks following surgery, but concealer may be worn during this time.  Walking is permitted the day after surgery, but strenuous activity should be avoided for three weeks. Contact lenses and eye makeup should not be worn until two weeks following surgery.

How Do I Get Started?
Dr. Naidu and her staff will be happy to discuss this procedure with you. Please feel free to call for a private consultation with Dr. Naidu in our Manhattan, New York office or you can simply Schedule an appointment online.