I know an eyelift would work for my sagging eye lids....but what about non surgical ways to improve eye lids?
Answer: A quick alternative to Eyelift Surgery for upper eye lid hooding: The Ten Minute Eyelift
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Answer: A quick alternative to Eyelift Surgery for upper eye lid hooding: The Ten Minute Eyelift
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October 29, 2018
Answer: Non-surgical alternatives to Eyelid surgery Hi there,
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October 29, 2018
Answer: Non-surgical alternatives to Eyelid surgery Hi there,
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June 20, 2018
Answer: Alternatives to Blepharoplasty Most people undergo blepharoplasty to remove redundant/hanging skin and fat pads that may herniate. If you have eyelid ptosis, then you need a different procedure to repair the muscle that opens the eyelid. Blepharoplasty and noninvasive treatments won't help with this. The alternatives utilize heat to tighten the dermis to create contraction. This can be very effective for small amounts of skin excess but most patients only see a mild improvement. The blepharoplasty procedure is very well tolerated and can be done in the office in as little as 30-45 minutes. Everyone heals differently but many patients have very little bruising and swelling and can get back to social activities within a few days. If bruising does develop than it may take 7-10 days for that to resolve. Avoiding blood thinners and using Arnica and other supplements can help limit and reduce bruising. I hope this is helpful.
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June 20, 2018
Answer: Alternatives to Blepharoplasty Most people undergo blepharoplasty to remove redundant/hanging skin and fat pads that may herniate. If you have eyelid ptosis, then you need a different procedure to repair the muscle that opens the eyelid. Blepharoplasty and noninvasive treatments won't help with this. The alternatives utilize heat to tighten the dermis to create contraction. This can be very effective for small amounts of skin excess but most patients only see a mild improvement. The blepharoplasty procedure is very well tolerated and can be done in the office in as little as 30-45 minutes. Everyone heals differently but many patients have very little bruising and swelling and can get back to social activities within a few days. If bruising does develop than it may take 7-10 days for that to resolve. Avoiding blood thinners and using Arnica and other supplements can help limit and reduce bruising. I hope this is helpful.
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November 9, 2015
Answer: Multiple Alternatives to Eyelid Surgery - Blepharoplasty
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November 9, 2015
Answer: Multiple Alternatives to Eyelid Surgery - Blepharoplasty
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Answer: Non Surgical Options for Eyelid Droopiness This is an excellent question! There will almost always be a non-surgical option to address issues with the eyelids and the face, though the biggest difference is how effective it is compared to surgery. This will vary widely based on the cause of your issues. If the droopiness is from excess skin, then there are several different types of laser treatments that can tighten this area and even some medical grade skin care products. If the issue is more from "bags" of fluid, then changes in the diet (low sodium, low sugar, etc.) can help minimize how much fluid the body holds on to. If the droopiness is more of a "hollowness" then sometimes this can be addressed with filler, creating a more smooth transition from eyelid to cheek. If the issue is from prolapsed fat or stretched out eye muscles (festoons), then surgery would likely be a more effective option than some of the non surgical adjuncts.
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Answer: Non Surgical Options for Eyelid Droopiness This is an excellent question! There will almost always be a non-surgical option to address issues with the eyelids and the face, though the biggest difference is how effective it is compared to surgery. This will vary widely based on the cause of your issues. If the droopiness is from excess skin, then there are several different types of laser treatments that can tighten this area and even some medical grade skin care products. If the issue is more from "bags" of fluid, then changes in the diet (low sodium, low sugar, etc.) can help minimize how much fluid the body holds on to. If the droopiness is more of a "hollowness" then sometimes this can be addressed with filler, creating a more smooth transition from eyelid to cheek. If the issue is from prolapsed fat or stretched out eye muscles (festoons), then surgery would likely be a more effective option than some of the non surgical adjuncts.
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October 20, 2021
Answer: Treatments for sagging eye lids As a board certified plastic surgeon, I am often asked this question. The technique for improving sagging upper eyelids depends on the degree of loose skin, as well as the goals of the patient. The more loose skin, the more likely that surgery would be the answer. What most patients don’t realize is how quick the recovery is for this surgical procedure, called an “upper blepharoplasty.”. In just eight days, patients can be fully recovered, all sutures removed, resulting in a neat, clean upper eyelid. Most important is to produce a result that does not remove too much skin to produce the dreaded “deer-in-the-headlights” look. This is key -- and being an expert in revision surgery of the face (faces, noses, necks, eyes, chins), the difficulty of revisionary surgery of the upper eyelids is that if a prior surgeon removed too much tissue, or put the incision in the wrong place, there is little that can be done to improve the situation. It’s key to place the incision where it is not easily seen when a patient is in normal expression. When there is a mild or moderate amount of excess skin, there are some non-surgical options such as miconeedling with RF (radiofrequency) that can be helpful. Sometimes, expertly placed Botox can provide a slight lift to the upper-eyelid skin. Threadlifting is another effective, non-surgical approach. I would suggest that you meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and see what treatment would be best for you.
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October 20, 2021
Answer: Treatments for sagging eye lids As a board certified plastic surgeon, I am often asked this question. The technique for improving sagging upper eyelids depends on the degree of loose skin, as well as the goals of the patient. The more loose skin, the more likely that surgery would be the answer. What most patients don’t realize is how quick the recovery is for this surgical procedure, called an “upper blepharoplasty.”. In just eight days, patients can be fully recovered, all sutures removed, resulting in a neat, clean upper eyelid. Most important is to produce a result that does not remove too much skin to produce the dreaded “deer-in-the-headlights” look. This is key -- and being an expert in revision surgery of the face (faces, noses, necks, eyes, chins), the difficulty of revisionary surgery of the upper eyelids is that if a prior surgeon removed too much tissue, or put the incision in the wrong place, there is little that can be done to improve the situation. It’s key to place the incision where it is not easily seen when a patient is in normal expression. When there is a mild or moderate amount of excess skin, there are some non-surgical options such as miconeedling with RF (radiofrequency) that can be helpful. Sometimes, expertly placed Botox can provide a slight lift to the upper-eyelid skin. Threadlifting is another effective, non-surgical approach. I would suggest that you meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and see what treatment would be best for you.
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