Scarless Blepharoplasty Case #7.
Under eye bags can make the face look tired. To remove the fat bags under the eyes Dr. Kolstad performs a lower blepharoplasty. Scarless blepharoplasty has an incision on the inside of the eyelid. Lower eyelid surgery to permanently remove the fat and puffiness of the lower eyelid. This is because the incision is created inside the lower eyelid and closed with dissolvable sutures. Patients with excess sagging eyelid skin, however, may benefit from a skin excision as well. This procedure can be combined with the under eye fat bag removal to tighten the appearance of wrinkles on the eyelid.
Recovery after lower eye bag surgery is relatively easy. Most patients will experience swelling, bruising, and a bit of discomfort around the eyes that will typically resolve itself in one to two weeks. These side effects are quite manageable with over the counter pain medications and cold compresses.
For patients curious about scarless blepharoplasty costs, we highly encourage setting up a complementary cosmetic consultation at our La Jolla office. Initial consultations are extremely useful as patients will experience and personal evaluation from Dr. Kolstad and receive a personalized treatment plan based on their individual concerns. During the consultation, our office will be able to narrow down the cost of blepharoplasty procedures.
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1) Lower eyelid surgery 1: Lower blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that can transform the appearance of your under-eyes by removing excess skin and fat.
2) Blepharoplasty before and after 2: Lower eyelid lift is ideal for individuals who suffer from puffy eyes, which may be caused by aging or genetics.
3) Under eye bags 3: Under eye bag surgery is known for its ability to produce a more youthful look by reducing the appearance of eye bags and wrinkles around the lower eyelids.
4) Eye lift surgery 4: The procedure involves making small incisions in the lower eyelid area to remove excess fat and skin, and to tighten the muscles and tissue around the eyes.