Can I Combine a Blepharoplasty with Lasik in One Surgery?
June 12, 2008
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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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December 15, 2008
Answer: Lasik Surgery and Blepharoplasty, Raffy Karamanoukian MD
Eye bags are the appearance of the lower eyelid fat pads. As we age and lose facial volume, the bags are revealed. In the past, the only way to get rid of the eyebags was by blepharoplasty, lower eyelid surgery. The surgery was performed usually from inside the eyelid (transconjunctival...
While some degree of scarring is inevitable after any surgical procedure, blepharoplasty scars are usually minimal and well-concealed. The skin of the eyelids is resilient and heals in a way that makes scars fade over time. Here are some things to consider about blepharoplasty scars: Scar...
A brow lift and blepharoplasty are both cosmetic procedures that target different areas of the face and can be used to address different concerns: Brow liftA brow lift is best for people who have sagging brows, deep forehead wrinkles, or a tired appearance. It can also help with impaired vision...