After a lot of thought (and unsatisfied results from fillers), I've decided to have the surgery to remove the fat pads from under my eyes. However, after a couple of consultations with different physicians, I find myself confused once more. I was told I should have a skin pinch with the procedure, but I'm petrified of being left with "droopy" eyes. Based on the photos provided, is a "skin pinch" necessary? Would my skin sag if I don't get it?
February 23, 2015
Answer: Skin Pinch Blepharoplasty Congratulations on your decision to have lower eyelid surgery!Most young patients don't need any skin removal during lower eyelid blepharoplasty because the tissues are already tight as is. By having your surgery performed by an eyelid specialist, you can have the issue addressed without worrying that you'll have droopiness after surgery. There are other options for skin tightening with blepharoplasty other than "the pinch." Sometimes, laser resurfacing can achieve a similar result without worrying about removing too much skin. However, not all patients are good candidates. In the photos, your skin appears a little pigmented so you would have to discuss risks and benefits of laser skin resurfacing with your surgeon before going forward with it. Good luck with your surgery!
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February 23, 2015
Answer: Skin Pinch Blepharoplasty Congratulations on your decision to have lower eyelid surgery!Most young patients don't need any skin removal during lower eyelid blepharoplasty because the tissues are already tight as is. By having your surgery performed by an eyelid specialist, you can have the issue addressed without worrying that you'll have droopiness after surgery. There are other options for skin tightening with blepharoplasty other than "the pinch." Sometimes, laser resurfacing can achieve a similar result without worrying about removing too much skin. However, not all patients are good candidates. In the photos, your skin appears a little pigmented so you would have to discuss risks and benefits of laser skin resurfacing with your surgeon before going forward with it. Good luck with your surgery!
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February 23, 2015
Answer: To skin pinch to not ? Difficult to tell from photos but probably no skin removal is necessary as you are young, but that is something that can be determined better once the fat is removed/repositioned during surgery. Notice I mention reposition the fat, instead of removal, to preserve youthful lower eyelids, instead of hollowness after fat removal. See link provided.
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February 23, 2015
Answer: To skin pinch to not ? Difficult to tell from photos but probably no skin removal is necessary as you are young, but that is something that can be determined better once the fat is removed/repositioned during surgery. Notice I mention reposition the fat, instead of removal, to preserve youthful lower eyelids, instead of hollowness after fat removal. See link provided.
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