Only skin, not muscle nor fat. I have noticed a different aspect in my face due to very sutle sagging skin, but to me it makes a big difference.
Answer: Conservative blepharoplasty If you are noticing a change in your eyelids, then you should not be worried about the minimum amount of skin that can be removed. You would be surprised by the amount of skin that can be removed and have the results still appear subtle. If you are noticing that your upper lids are hooding, you are probably looking at a minimum of 5 mm of skin that can be removed and even your friends are unlikely to know you had anything done. They may just comment that you look refreshed or ask if you have been working out. I would hazard to guess that you want a nice, natural result. You should see surgeon who is well respected in your area and meet with him/her for a consultation to define your goals and have them suggest to you the best way to achieve them. Often times, there is a little fat that will also need to be removed to really give you the result that you want, so I would suggest going in with an open mind about what might be necessary to give you the results you want. Best of luck!
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Answer: Conservative blepharoplasty If you are noticing a change in your eyelids, then you should not be worried about the minimum amount of skin that can be removed. You would be surprised by the amount of skin that can be removed and have the results still appear subtle. If you are noticing that your upper lids are hooding, you are probably looking at a minimum of 5 mm of skin that can be removed and even your friends are unlikely to know you had anything done. They may just comment that you look refreshed or ask if you have been working out. I would hazard to guess that you want a nice, natural result. You should see surgeon who is well respected in your area and meet with him/her for a consultation to define your goals and have them suggest to you the best way to achieve them. Often times, there is a little fat that will also need to be removed to really give you the result that you want, so I would suggest going in with an open mind about what might be necessary to give you the results you want. Best of luck!
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Answer: What is the minimum amount of skin that can be removed in an upper eyelid surgey? A very small amount of skin can be removed to be sure.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA.............
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Answer: What is the minimum amount of skin that can be removed in an upper eyelid surgey? A very small amount of skin can be removed to be sure.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA.............
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June 27, 2014
Answer: Conservative blepharoplasty You can take off a very small amount of skin with a bleph. The question is is it worth doing a surgery for something so minor. This is a discussion and decision you will have to have with your surgeon.
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June 27, 2014
Answer: Conservative blepharoplasty You can take off a very small amount of skin with a bleph. The question is is it worth doing a surgery for something so minor. This is a discussion and decision you will have to have with your surgeon.
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June 30, 2014
Answer: Minimum Skin Removal In Upper Blepharoplasty I have removed as little as a few millimeters that was causing an extra fold that was aesthetically bothersome. The amount removed varies at different parts of the upper eyelid (e.g., inner vs middle vs outer eyelid). It is very crucial how much is left as in many patients having less than 20-25 mm between the eyelid margin and the brow can lead to trouble with eye closure and dry eyes. Too much removal can also cause significant brow descent that may not look good after surgery. You need to be more concerned with finding a surgeon with good qualifications, word of mouth, and reviews.
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June 30, 2014
Answer: Minimum Skin Removal In Upper Blepharoplasty I have removed as little as a few millimeters that was causing an extra fold that was aesthetically bothersome. The amount removed varies at different parts of the upper eyelid (e.g., inner vs middle vs outer eyelid). It is very crucial how much is left as in many patients having less than 20-25 mm between the eyelid margin and the brow can lead to trouble with eye closure and dry eyes. Too much removal can also cause significant brow descent that may not look good after surgery. You need to be more concerned with finding a surgeon with good qualifications, word of mouth, and reviews.
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June 27, 2014
Answer: Minimal upper eyelid blepharoplasty A small slither of skin such as 4 to 6 mm can help reduce an excessive upper eyelid skin fold and look very natural. Usually the underlying muscle need not be removed if the amount is tiny. However, all surgery is risky and even removing an minimal amount of skin carries the risk of bruise, swelling, infection, redness and scar. The most common indication for a minimal skin removal is to alter the lid crease height and improve symmetry between the two eyes.Usually the question is "what is the maximum that can be removed" rather than minimum. If you are worried about a small excess upper eyelid skin fold, it may be due to relative eyebrow descent, and you should consider selective Botox to lift he eyebrows up a little and open up the eyes..
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June 27, 2014
Answer: Minimal upper eyelid blepharoplasty A small slither of skin such as 4 to 6 mm can help reduce an excessive upper eyelid skin fold and look very natural. Usually the underlying muscle need not be removed if the amount is tiny. However, all surgery is risky and even removing an minimal amount of skin carries the risk of bruise, swelling, infection, redness and scar. The most common indication for a minimal skin removal is to alter the lid crease height and improve symmetry between the two eyes.Usually the question is "what is the maximum that can be removed" rather than minimum. If you are worried about a small excess upper eyelid skin fold, it may be due to relative eyebrow descent, and you should consider selective Botox to lift he eyebrows up a little and open up the eyes..
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