I have been smoking a lot for the past 2 years, and i have also dehydrated my body and lost a lot of weight in the most unhealthiest way. My question is my skin on the upper eyelid has dramatically started to sag in the past year, and now I have droopy eyelids due to that, and now i cannot even recognize myself. If I stop smoking, will the upper eyelid go back to the way it was before I started smoking? Will I be able to look like what I use to or surgery is my only option?
Answer: Smoking and aging. There are many cumulative factors that contribute to aging. It is widely accepted that smoking is very significant among those factors. Although there are many benefits to quit smoking, it is not reasonable to expect the reversal of visible aging just by removing the insult. It is definitely advised to avoid smoking however, in order to slow the aging process and facilitate better healing from any surgical rejuvenation treatments.
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Answer: Smoking and aging. There are many cumulative factors that contribute to aging. It is widely accepted that smoking is very significant among those factors. Although there are many benefits to quit smoking, it is not reasonable to expect the reversal of visible aging just by removing the insult. It is definitely advised to avoid smoking however, in order to slow the aging process and facilitate better healing from any surgical rejuvenation treatments.
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December 17, 2016
Answer: Smoking and eyelid aging You should quit smoking but it will not improve your eyelids. Droopy upper eyelids are causes by stretching of the muscle responsible for lifting the eyelid causing ptosis and/or stretching of the skin causing loose skin. See an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation.
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December 17, 2016
Answer: Smoking and eyelid aging You should quit smoking but it will not improve your eyelids. Droopy upper eyelids are causes by stretching of the muscle responsible for lifting the eyelid causing ptosis and/or stretching of the skin causing loose skin. See an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation.
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December 16, 2016
Answer: Will my eyelids return to the way they looked before? Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately, the eyelids will only get worse with time. There are treatments available to improve their appearance such as blepharoplasty and laser resurfacing. See an experienced Oculoplastic Surgeon for detailed evaluation and guidance. Good luck,
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December 16, 2016
Answer: Will my eyelids return to the way they looked before? Thank you for sharing your question. Unfortunately, the eyelids will only get worse with time. There are treatments available to improve their appearance such as blepharoplasty and laser resurfacing. See an experienced Oculoplastic Surgeon for detailed evaluation and guidance. Good luck,
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December 17, 2016
Answer: Your health should be the reason to stop smoking Life and damage we do to our bodies is cumulative and frequently does not reverse itself by merely pausing the assault. I would recommend stopping the self destructive habits and get back to good health and then consult an experienced and qualified facial plastic surgeon regarding your cosmetic concerns.
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December 17, 2016
Answer: Your health should be the reason to stop smoking Life and damage we do to our bodies is cumulative and frequently does not reverse itself by merely pausing the assault. I would recommend stopping the self destructive habits and get back to good health and then consult an experienced and qualified facial plastic surgeon regarding your cosmetic concerns.
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Answer: Upper eyelid skin drooping Smoking, excess sun exposure, and eye-rubbing destroy the health of the skin. If you can avoid these activities, you may see some improvement in skin quality. However, if the skin fold is excessive and drooping, then surgery is the answer. You may need blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, and/or brow lift... without a photo it is difficult to make a recommendation. Laser resurfacing can improve the skin quality to some degree, but smoking may impair the results of laser treatment. My recommendation would be to stop smoking, improve eating habits, hydration, and skin care to restore moisture, and supply nutrients to the skin - topical hyaluronic acid, anti-oxidants (Vitamins A-C-E, CoQ10), gentle exfoliants. After several months of being nice to your skin, seek an eyelid/ brow evaluation for the redundant skin. Your results from any surgical procedures will be better if you are not smoking and if you have proper nutrition internally and externally. Best wishes with your decisions.
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Answer: Upper eyelid skin drooping Smoking, excess sun exposure, and eye-rubbing destroy the health of the skin. If you can avoid these activities, you may see some improvement in skin quality. However, if the skin fold is excessive and drooping, then surgery is the answer. You may need blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, and/or brow lift... without a photo it is difficult to make a recommendation. Laser resurfacing can improve the skin quality to some degree, but smoking may impair the results of laser treatment. My recommendation would be to stop smoking, improve eating habits, hydration, and skin care to restore moisture, and supply nutrients to the skin - topical hyaluronic acid, anti-oxidants (Vitamins A-C-E, CoQ10), gentle exfoliants. After several months of being nice to your skin, seek an eyelid/ brow evaluation for the redundant skin. Your results from any surgical procedures will be better if you are not smoking and if you have proper nutrition internally and externally. Best wishes with your decisions.
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