I have visible pouches in the corners of my eyes for the last two years. My eye lids are heavy as well but the pouches are especially noticeable. I am 49 y.o smoker, don't really have any deep wrinkles yet, some jowls sagging that's in my family. Is there a non surgical option for removing these pouches or Blepharoplasty is the only effective option? Sorry for ugly pictures. Thank you.
Answer: Upper eyelid fullness You are a wonderful candidate for upper blepharoplasty. I believe in a conservative approach--too much fat should not be taken out to prevent a hollowed out look. There really isn't any non surgical solution, however, upper blepharoplasty is very straightforward and can be done under a local anesthetic.I hope that helps.Best wishes,-Dr. Asaria
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Upper eyelid fullness You are a wonderful candidate for upper blepharoplasty. I believe in a conservative approach--too much fat should not be taken out to prevent a hollowed out look. There really isn't any non surgical solution, however, upper blepharoplasty is very straightforward and can be done under a local anesthetic.I hope that helps.Best wishes,-Dr. Asaria
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Non-surgical approach to upper eyelid fat / tissue pouching & jowls Hello, thank you for your photos. I am glad you are looking for non-surgical options. At this time, you do not look medically significant for an upper lid blepharoplasty, and I would not recommend surgery at this time, as smoking can lead to complications. I recommend two non-surgical considerations for both your (1) upper eyelids, and your (2) jowls. 1) Botox or Xeomin injections to lift your brows and thus upper eyelid tissue. 2) Cheek filler (such as Radiesse or Juvederm Voluma) which will in turn lift your minor jowls. If your jowls are moderate, you might benefit from additional filler in that area. If you consider future removal of your upper lid fat pads / tissue, you could consider cosmetic surgery, after you have quit smoking. I recommend you visit a local board certified oculofacial injector. Best, Kristin Tarbet, MD, FACS
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Non-surgical approach to upper eyelid fat / tissue pouching & jowls Hello, thank you for your photos. I am glad you are looking for non-surgical options. At this time, you do not look medically significant for an upper lid blepharoplasty, and I would not recommend surgery at this time, as smoking can lead to complications. I recommend two non-surgical considerations for both your (1) upper eyelids, and your (2) jowls. 1) Botox or Xeomin injections to lift your brows and thus upper eyelid tissue. 2) Cheek filler (such as Radiesse or Juvederm Voluma) which will in turn lift your minor jowls. If your jowls are moderate, you might benefit from additional filler in that area. If you consider future removal of your upper lid fat pads / tissue, you could consider cosmetic surgery, after you have quit smoking. I recommend you visit a local board certified oculofacial injector. Best, Kristin Tarbet, MD, FACS
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October 23, 2017
Answer: Pouches in the corner of the upper eye lid. Treatment options? Thanks for sending in your photos! It is quite difficult to see from the images, but from your description you have excess skin and herniated fat in the upper lids. This is a common finding, and may progress over time. Botox to the forehead may lift the brows and can hide the appearance, but you could also consider surgery to remove the excess skin and fat. Upper blepharoplasty is usually a simple procedure that is carried out under local anaesthetic as a day case. Good luck!
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Answer: Pouches in the corner of the upper eye lid. Treatment options? Thanks for sending in your photos! It is quite difficult to see from the images, but from your description you have excess skin and herniated fat in the upper lids. This is a common finding, and may progress over time. Botox to the forehead may lift the brows and can hide the appearance, but you could also consider surgery to remove the excess skin and fat. Upper blepharoplasty is usually a simple procedure that is carried out under local anaesthetic as a day case. Good luck!
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December 13, 2015
Answer: Upper Eyelid Fat Pad Reduction Thanks for submitting your photos which show a prominent medial fat pad in the corner of your eye. This can be reduced as an office procedure under local anesthesia. Upper Eyelid Fat Pad Reduction
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Answer: Upper Eyelid Fat Pad Reduction Thanks for submitting your photos which show a prominent medial fat pad in the corner of your eye. This can be reduced as an office procedure under local anesthesia. Upper Eyelid Fat Pad Reduction
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October 2, 2014
Answer: Blepharoplasty is a great option for you... I can understand the hesitation about any surgery on the face, but an upper eyelid procedure is the only way to treat the excess fat and skin. This procedure can be done while your are awake so you don't have to worry about anesthesia. The incision goes in your natural eyelid crease so you shouldn't see any scarring. The recovery is easy and it usually doesn't hurt. It's a great procedure that gives immediate long term results. Be sure to see an eyelid specialist when considering surgery.
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Answer: Blepharoplasty is a great option for you... I can understand the hesitation about any surgery on the face, but an upper eyelid procedure is the only way to treat the excess fat and skin. This procedure can be done while your are awake so you don't have to worry about anesthesia. The incision goes in your natural eyelid crease so you shouldn't see any scarring. The recovery is easy and it usually doesn't hurt. It's a great procedure that gives immediate long term results. Be sure to see an eyelid specialist when considering surgery.
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