Eye Lift

Some people have eyelid surgery to correct problems that are a result of aging, while others have inherited traits such as under eye bags that cause them to seek treatment in their 20s or 30s. People of Asian descent sometimes seek surgery to create a fold in the upper lid (a "double eyelid" procedure.)

For upper eyelid surgery an incision is hidden within the natural fold of the lid and it is through this incision that excess skin and fat are removed. Because the incision follows the natural contour of the upper eyelid, it will be well camouflaged when it is healed.

Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty (eye lift)

Dr. McLean may discuss two different approaches to lower lid surgery: one uses an external incision and the other is performed from inside the lower lid. Your age and the extent of the excess skin and fat you have will determine which approach is used.

Mild swelling persists for several weeks in some cases while others see swelling resolve in just seven days. Bruising normally disappears in seven to ten days and you can usually apply makeup within the first week to hide discoloration.

You may find your eyes are temporarily sensitive to light. You may also experience some excess tearing or dryness. Dr. McLean may recommend eye drops to relieve burning or itching. You may want to wear dark sunglasses for a couple of weeks to protect your eyes from the wind and sun.

The incision lines usually fade over several months until they become barely visible.

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 Botox injections or resurfacing procedures. Circles beneath the eyes caused by dark pigmentation may be treated with a pigment control product or chemical peel. Alternately, hollowing over the bone below the eye might need to be addressed by procedures such as fat grafting.

High blood pressure, thyroid problems or diabetes are some of the conditions that can increase the risks of eyelid surgery. Tell Dr. McLean if you have allergies that affect your eyes. We will also need to know if you have been told that you have "dry eye" or any other eye problems.

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