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Your eyes are often the first thing people
notice about your face and are an important aspect of facial attractiveness.
The eyelids protect one's eyes in addition to adding to their cosmetic
appearance.
Unfortunately, over time, your upper and/or lower eyelids may become "droopy" or "baggy" because the eyelid skin stretches, muscles weaken and fat pockets bulge and become more prominent around the eyes. This most commonly occurs because of the aging process but also may be a hereditary condition that runs in the family. Your eyebrows also may sag or droop as part of the same process. Aesthetically, such conditions may detract from the overall attractiveness of one's eyes and cause a "tired" or older appearance. When severe, these conditions also may cause functional problems such as impaired field of vision (baggy upper eyelids) or difficulty wearing glasses (baggy lower eyelids). Eyelid surgery to improve the appearance of the eyelids is termed "blepharoplasty". Blepharoplasty surgery is usually an outpatient procedure (there is no need for hospitalization). Blepharoplasty surgery may be performed with local anesthesia, which numbs the eyelid, combined with light sedation, if desired, so there is little, if any, pain during or even after the procedure. Blepharoplasty surgery can provide both cosmetic and functional improvement with minimal risk of serious problems. Blepharoplasty is probably the most common cosmetic procedure done both in men and women in the United States. Most patients are extremely pleased with the results of their eyelid surgery. Cosmetic eyelid surgery is commonly performed by Ophthalmic, Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons. A Fellowship in the American Society of Ophthalmic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery indicates that the surgeon has special training and expertise in this sub-specialty.
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