Chandler Eyelid Surgery doctors

There are many types of skin and we classify these according to your genetic background and pigmentation.  The classification actually takes into account your response to sun damage and scars.  Interestingly, the eyelids are one area that is very resistant to scarring and pigmentation, so that is very much in your favor.  With careful skin preparation using topical agents prior to surgery, and mindful planning of your incisions, you will be able to achieve your goals.

Simply stated, we tend to lose facial fat and volume as we age.  In my practice I save virtually all of the fat from the lower eyelid and in most cases transpose this into the hollow tear trough under the eye.  I do leave this on the pedicle to preserve blood supply and insure a healthy graft that remains over time.  Sometimes I will actually use facial fat transfers from abdominal fat liposuction to add additional volume to the lower eyelid.  I personally believe that facial volume should be preserved in all cases, especially in the area of the tear trough near the nose.

The Pinch Lower Blepharoplasty can be a very valuable and less invasive approach to contouring the lower lid.  In patients who have a strong muscular sling, excess skin is separated from the muscle using a dissection technique and sometimes medications injected to the skin.  The excess skin is simply trimmed off and the edges are carefully closed.  Some patients with fat pockets or weak muscles under the eyes require more support and contouring, and other methods are employed.  See a specialist who is board certified and be certain to ask how many surgeries that doctor performs on patients just like you!   Stay healthy!