Curious about micro/minimal upper blepharoplasty, can skin be removed to show more of the eyelid? (Photos)

Question

I'd like to remove a small amount of skin to show more eyelid platform. Can this be easily accomplished? What is the recovery time? And are there any non-surgical alternatives?

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. There are several options.  A conservative upper eyelid blepharoplasty could be helpful for you.  Alternatively, botox injected into the orbicularis (not the forehead) may also help.   The most important aspect is to find a
surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a
qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Richard W. Westreich, MD · Answer

A conservative upper blepharoplasty would work well to increase the upper eyelid visibility. Alternatives are non-invasive skin tightening, which can also be helpful. In my office we use Exilis Elite, a radiofrequency devixe, to achieve this result.

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

You may benefit from an upper blepharoplasty, but a personal evaluation would be necessary to determine that. This surgery can easily be performed in the office using local anesthetic and the sutures are removed in 3-5 days so downtime is minimal. Non-surgical options would include Botox to try to lift the brow a little or you could consider Ultherapy which a micro-focused ultrasound device that can lift brows and make the eyelids look better.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Rejuvenation SpecialistQuintessa Aesthetic Centers

David Tauber, MD · Answer

A blepharoplasty is done to remove or reposition the tissue around the eyes to improve the way they look. This can involve removing excess eyelid skin, removing or repositioning the underlying orbital fat, and possibly tightening or repositioning the lid margin. 
  
Your pictures demonstrate a small excess skin of the upper lid. A conservative upper lid lift can help to open the eyes and eliminate some of the heaviness. This can be done in the office under local for a reasonable cost and with a quick recovery.
See the link below for more information. 
  
A detailed examination will help delineate the best surgical option. Consultation with a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery would be the next best step.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

A conservative upper eyelid blepharoplasty can be done to remove a small amount of skin.  The incision is done in the crease so that scarring is minimal.

Jon E. Mendelsohn, MD, FACS · Answer

You appear to be a candidate for eyelid rejuvenation with and upper eyelid blepharoplasty.  This is a procedure that takes about 20-30 minutes and i performed under local anesthesia.  This procedure is simply one of the best things anyone can do to help achieve a natural but more refreshed appearance.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing question. Conservative blepharoplasty is the treatment of choice for you. Recovery is about 2 weeks. See an experienced eyelid specialist for comprehensive evaluation and discussion of treatment plan.Good luck,

William Portuese, MD · Answer

The primary goal of upper blepharoplasty is to show more upper eyelid platform and raise the crease. This is accomplished with a conservative  removal of excess skin and a small amount of fat when necessary. For more information and many before-and-after examples, please see the link and the video below

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You would have to be seen in person. But remember a sign of a youthful eye is fullness.  Best of luck.....

William B. Rosenblatt, MD · Answer

Yes it can be done -- it is not a big deal. This surgery is usually done by me in my certified office OR under some mild sedation --- it could be done under straight local also.

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