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Eyelid

Aesthetic (cosmetic) eyelid surgery, also called "blepharoplasty", removes the excess fat and wrinkled, drooping skin of the upper eyelids that can make you look constantly tired or sad. It also eliminates bags under the eyes and tightens the lower eyelid skin. The result is a brighter, more alert and rested appearance.

If you are considering surgery of your upper or lower eyelids, or both, your Mr Mutimer wants you to be thoroughly informed about these procedures. Reading this information is the first step. A personal consultation with Mr Mutimer is the best way to obtain the additional information you will need.

Considering Eyelid Surgery

Aesthetic eyelid surgery is performed on adults of all ages. Some people have eyelid surgery to correct problems that are a result of aging, while others have inherited traits that cause them to seek treatment as early as their 20s or 30s.

Am I a good candidate for eyelid surgery?

Any one or combination of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for eyelid surgery:

  • excess skin obscuring the natural fold of the upper eyelids
  • loose skin hanging down from the upper eyelids, perhaps impairing vision
  • a puffy appearance to the upper eyelids, making the eyes look tired
  • excess skin and fine, crepey wrinkles of the lower eyelids
  • bags and dark circles under the eyes, often with a depression along the bony border of the lower eyelids
  • droopiness of the lower eyelids, showing white below the iris (coloured portion of the eye)

Aesthetic eyelid surgery can usually correct these problems, though other treatments may also need to be considered. For example, if the upper eyelid condition is accompanied by sagging of the eyebrows, then a forehead lift may be recommended. Smoothing of crow's feet may require chemical peeling or laser resurfacing procedures. Circles beneath the eyes caused by dark pigmentation may be treated with a bleaching solution or chemical peel.

Mr Mutimer can provide further information if you have an interest in any of these additional procedures.

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