A friend mentioned getting Transconjunctival blepharoplasty. What does this mean? Is it better than traditional eyelift surgery? I'm 52 and would like to help my under eye bags.
March 31, 2020
Answer: Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty Thank you for your question. Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty is done through the inside of the lower eyelid with no visible incision. The fat pockets are easily removed and the swelling is less than the traditional approach. It is the preferred method of blepharoplasty when there is no lid laxity or excess skin. If there is excess skin a pinch blepharoplasty with orbicularis muscle suspension can be performed. Please find a Board Certified Plastic or Oculoplastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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March 31, 2020
Answer: Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty Thank you for your question. Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty is done through the inside of the lower eyelid with no visible incision. The fat pockets are easily removed and the swelling is less than the traditional approach. It is the preferred method of blepharoplasty when there is no lid laxity or excess skin. If there is excess skin a pinch blepharoplasty with orbicularis muscle suspension can be performed. Please find a Board Certified Plastic or Oculoplastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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March 22, 2020
Answer: What is transconjunctival blepharoplasty? Transconjunctival blepharoplasty is the technique where the fat pads are removed from the lower eyelids by entering through the back of the eyelid. This works for mild fat protrusion on young patients. For older patients with larger fat pads, it’s best to enter through the skin in order to tighten it as well. Make sure to have your surgery with an experienced oculoplastic surgeon who is comfortable with all techniques. Good luck!
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March 22, 2020
Answer: What is transconjunctival blepharoplasty? Transconjunctival blepharoplasty is the technique where the fat pads are removed from the lower eyelids by entering through the back of the eyelid. This works for mild fat protrusion on young patients. For older patients with larger fat pads, it’s best to enter through the skin in order to tighten it as well. Make sure to have your surgery with an experienced oculoplastic surgeon who is comfortable with all techniques. Good luck!
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October 14, 2019
Answer: Eyelid surgery Thank you for your question. Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty is a procedure to improve the appearance of lower eyelids ( fat pads) Lower eyelid surgery is very bespoke and will address the many different concerns that you may have. The incision can be inside the eye (transconjunctival incision) or under the eyelash (subciliary incision) line. The transconjunctival route is appropriate for younger patients with puffy eyes and no extra skin needing removal. The subciliary incision is more commonly used and is in patients where they have skin excess. The surgery itself can address the skin alone. In addition to this, the muscle and fat can be addressed. For hollowing of the orbital area, re-draping the fat to help pad out this area can help. The muscle layer, if dropped can also be hitched up (Canthopexy) Your surgeon will discuss all these options with you and through the consultation and examination determine what is the best option for you. All the best
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October 14, 2019
Answer: Eyelid surgery Thank you for your question. Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty is a procedure to improve the appearance of lower eyelids ( fat pads) Lower eyelid surgery is very bespoke and will address the many different concerns that you may have. The incision can be inside the eye (transconjunctival incision) or under the eyelash (subciliary incision) line. The transconjunctival route is appropriate for younger patients with puffy eyes and no extra skin needing removal. The subciliary incision is more commonly used and is in patients where they have skin excess. The surgery itself can address the skin alone. In addition to this, the muscle and fat can be addressed. For hollowing of the orbital area, re-draping the fat to help pad out this area can help. The muscle layer, if dropped can also be hitched up (Canthopexy) Your surgeon will discuss all these options with you and through the consultation and examination determine what is the best option for you. All the best
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