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Blepharoplasty

What it is: Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure to eliminate droopy or baggy eyelids in the hopes of obtaining a more rested, youthful appearance. Blepharoplasty can also be referred to as an eyelid lift.

What it addresses:  Excess skin and fatty deposits around the eyes that cause droopiness, bags and wrinkles.

- Upper Eyelids
- Hooding Eyelids
- Drooping eyelids
- Sagging eyelids

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Can I combine a blepharoplasty with Lasik in one surgery?

Can Lasik surgery be combined with eyelid surgery?  I would rather only have one surgery but I want both procedures...Would it be hard to find a doctor who can do both?

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August 20, 2008

Combining LASIK and blepharoplasty is not a good idea

William A. Portuese, MD
William A. Portuese, MD
Board Certified
Facial Plastic Surgeon

No, it is not a good idea to perform both a blepharoplasty and LASIK surgery at the same time. There is too much swelling around the cornea and eyeball to perform both simultaneously. It is best to separate these two surgeries at least one month apart.

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July 25, 2008

Lasik and Blepharoplasty must take place on separate days

Joseph W. King, MD
Joseph W. King, MD

No is the answer and there are many reasons.

For example, when a blepharoplasty is performed, a corneal shield may be placed to protect the eye while sutures are passed through the upper eyelid tissues. It would be inappropriate to place such a shield until approximately one month after LASIK, as it could dislodge the flap if it were placed immediately after LASIK. Also, after a blepharoplasty, it would not be possible to separate the lids with a lid speculum due to significant soft tissue swelling and trauma.

The surgical preparation for each procedure is completely different involving different equipment and surgical staff. It is not only impractical but unwise to consider performing both procedures on the same day.

So, in summary, these procedures should be separated by at least one month.

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