Blepharoplasty, commonly referred to as eyelid surgery or an eyelid lift, allows an individual to remove excess skin from the upper eyelids and/or bags from the lower eyelids. It is frequently performed for aesthetic reasons but may also eliminate sagging upper eyelids that can otherwise hinder vision.
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that is designed to enhance the appearance of the eyelids in both men and women. It can be completed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both.
In addition, blepharoplasty allows an individual to treat the following:
- Bags that form under the eyes
- Drooping lower eyelids
- Fine wrinkles and excess skin around the lower eyelids
- Excess fat deposits in the eyelids
- Loose or sagging skin that can impair an individual’s vision
Several types of eyelid surgery are available, including:
- Upper blepharoplasty: Involves the removal of excess skin, muscle and fat where necessary.
- Lower blepharoplasty: Ensures an individual can eliminate puffiness of the lower eyelids that occur due to bulging of orbital fat of the lower eyelid. These can be performed either through the outside skin (transcutaneous) or via the inside of the eyelid with no visible skin scars (transconjunctival lower blepharoplasty). This is Dr Moodley’s preferred method of treating lower lid laxity and bulge as there is no skin incision and excess fat is either subtly removed or repositioned as required. This also removes the deep tear trough deformity by repositioning the fat.
- Revision Blepharoplasty: Corrects the results of previous eyelid surgery and can deliver both cosmetic and functional benefits.
Frequently as part of peri-orbital rejuvenation fat transfer is utilised.
A non-surgical eyelid lift is also available that addresses volume loss in and around the eyes that otherwise may cause a person to appear older than his or her actual age.
During a non-surgical eyelid lift, injectables are used to minimize hollowness of the lower eyes and laxity of the upper eyelids.
At the initial consultation, Dr Moodley will outline the blepharoplasty treatment that is best suited to the patient.