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Upper Eyelid Lift in New Mexico - Albuquerque, NM
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I didn't like the extra upper eyelid skin that...
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I didn't like the extra upper eyelid skin that magically appeared after I turned 50. It seemed like no matter how much mascara I used, my eyes were becoming smaller. I'm 3 days out from the surgery and excited to see the final results! I did a more extensive review of the procedure, Dr. Karl Eisbach and his staff under the area labelled "Review your Dr."
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November 16, 2016
thanks for sharing your story! Must be exciting! Couls you post more pictures on your healing progress? Would be extra helpful. Congrats and enjoy!
November 17, 2016
Thanks and yes, I will add more pictures tomorrow. The eyelids are not red now but have a little bit of bruising under my eyes. Not like a black eye, just a red area. Coverable with make-up.
November 20, 2016
That's amazing that you're only 3 days out from surgery. The result looks great. I started contemplating this surgery several months ago. I'm just waiting for the time away from work. Your after pic is encouraging.
What I've been worried about the most is a doctor taking out too much fat and ending up with a hollowed out eye appearance, but in your case, your doctor did an excellent job without overdoing the fat removal. Your eyelids look raised up some too (which I would like). Did you have a brow lift too or is that just another benefit of the blepharoplasty?
What I've been worried about the most is a doctor taking out too much fat and ending up with a hollowed out eye appearance, but in your case, your doctor did an excellent job without overdoing the fat removal. Your eyelids look raised up some too (which I would like). Did you have a brow lift too or is that just another benefit of the blepharoplasty?
November 21, 2016
Thanks so much for the compliments! But the last "after" pic is 9 days out, not 3.
I also was worried about too much skin being cut out and looking freaky, but Dr. Eisbach is very well-known for his subtle results. He did not raise my eyebrows, so I think it's the result of the blepharoplasty.
However, I did have a mid-face lift from him about 8 yrs. ago (I was around 47 yrs. old) which included a mini-brow lift. Just 2 incisions in my hair-line to pull up the forehead skin, plus incisions behind my ears and under the chin lipo.
But, this last surgery has reallly thrilled me to no end--nobody is staring at me beause of a wind- tunnel effect nor am I swollen or black and blue.
I feel so fortunate to have such a skilled surgeon in New Mexico. People come from all over the country to see him and I understand why.
Let me know if you do your surgery...I think you will love it as much as I have loved mine!
I also was worried about too much skin being cut out and looking freaky, but Dr. Eisbach is very well-known for his subtle results. He did not raise my eyebrows, so I think it's the result of the blepharoplasty.
However, I did have a mid-face lift from him about 8 yrs. ago (I was around 47 yrs. old) which included a mini-brow lift. Just 2 incisions in my hair-line to pull up the forehead skin, plus incisions behind my ears and under the chin lipo.
But, this last surgery has reallly thrilled me to no end--nobody is staring at me beause of a wind- tunnel effect nor am I swollen or black and blue.
I feel so fortunate to have such a skilled surgeon in New Mexico. People come from all over the country to see him and I understand why.
Let me know if you do your surgery...I think you will love it as much as I have loved mine!
November 22, 2016
Lol, a wind tunnel affect! You look much younger than 55...wow! I'm 42 now and have noticed the eye area becoming more droopy. I've always had excess skin on my eyebrows, even growing up. But, it's gotten to the point where I can almost feel it weighing down my eyelids. I've actually had to get Botox because I started developing wrinkles on my forehead only right above where I guess I'm straining to keep my eyes open. I work with computers so that doesn't help either.
Yeah, I've thought of a mini-brow Lift to possibly solve both issues. I've read some messages from reputable doctors talking about endoscopic brow lifts raising the eyebrows (not too much) enough to lift the brows and lessen the excess eyelid skin. I have heard they can last only a year sometimes though and that seems like a lot of trouble, risk, money, etc. for that amount of time. When you had your mini-lift, how long did it last or is it still better than before you had the procedure? Thanks for your response.
I want to do something soon after the holidays so I'll keep you posted. I'll put pics on here too. Others' stories have been helpful. :-)
Yeah, I've thought of a mini-brow Lift to possibly solve both issues. I've read some messages from reputable doctors talking about endoscopic brow lifts raising the eyebrows (not too much) enough to lift the brows and lessen the excess eyelid skin. I have heard they can last only a year sometimes though and that seems like a lot of trouble, risk, money, etc. for that amount of time. When you had your mini-lift, how long did it last or is it still better than before you had the procedure? Thanks for your response.
I want to do something soon after the holidays so I'll keep you posted. I'll put pics on here too. Others' stories have been helpful. :-)
November 22, 2016
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November 22, 2016
The mini-lift is still working, I think. It smoothed out the wrinkles that were beginning on my cheeks but the REALLY big difference was the tiny bit of lipo he did under my chin. I'm thin but was starting to get a pudgy chin and the lipo has still lasted. I didn't get a full brow lift----where he cut the muscle between my eyes--so I still have to get Botox there, but not as often. But at 46, I didn't want that ultra tight, obvious"face-lift" look. Going to save that for my 70's or 80's, lol!
I wish I had checked with my eye Dr. before I did this last procedure, because insurance might have paid for part of it----I too had the heavy eye-lid feeling when I was tired or on the computer. You might check on that!
I wish I had checked with my eye Dr. before I did this last procedure, because insurance might have paid for part of it----I too had the heavy eye-lid feeling when I was tired or on the computer. You might check on that!
November 9, 2017
Your results are over the top fantastic!! Your eyes look amazing!! Just what I need.
January 9, 2018
I hope he’s still in practice in a few years when my lids drop. They have already started (41y/o). I’m not sure if you had anything else, but between and above your brows also look fantastic.
UPDATED FROM Barndog
10 days post
Dr. Karl Eisbach upper eye lift- 9 days after pic
Bruising under eyes, which was minimal, is easily covered up. The light is terrible in the after pic, so will post another in a few days. Zero pain. Did errands yesterday with light eye makeup (a little shadow and mascara) on. No strange looks from people so it must look ok!
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November 21, 2016
You look awesome. Your eyes look beautiful! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy!
November 21, 2016
Really nice - can't believe it's only 9 days. I'm scheduled in 2 weeks - hoping not to be Eye-gor at Christmas... ha ha!
November 22, 2016
Thanks! Good luck. You will love it! I froze wet gauze pads and used those for about 10 minutes every hour for the first 2 days. Seemed to really help with the swelling and redness of the eyelids. What a great Christmas gift you are giving yourself. Lots of pics please!
November 22, 2016
Thanks for the tip! Got any tips for taking pictures? I'll have to practice - ha - a selfie is one thing, but close-ups of the eyes are hard to get (at least - what I've tried so far)... my eyes don't know where to "look"! :)
November 25, 2016
Wow, looks great already! I'm considering the same procedure, so I really appreciate you sharing your experience and progress! I can no longer see my eyelashes, lol.
November 25, 2016
Thanks! I am so happy with results and recovery, which was a breeze. Find a good PS and do it!
So glad you're sharing your story(ies) with us! I bet you're going to love putting mascara on again someday soon! Did it hurt to get your stitches out? It's nice that you have a "go to doctor" for all your cosmetic surgery needs. Looking forward to seeing your healing progress. Congratulations!
Stitch removal did not hurt or even pinch at all. Yes, I put on mascara and eye shadow last night and it looked good! Dr. Karl Eisbach only does face and neck work, which is why I think my entire family loves our results. More pics tomorrow!
That's even better that your doctor specialized in face and neck. You know you're getting an expert in that area. How fun to enjoy wearing make up. Looking forward to seeing your healing progress!