An open discussion about concerns and goals, a thorough history and examination, and patient education with an experienced and qualified board-certified plastic surgeon are the most effective ways to determine which eyelid rejuvenation in Toledo is the best option to address your concerns. At EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics, we have experience with multiple surgical and non-surgical options so it is critical to find a qualified source you can trust to fairly and thoroughly explore which procedure or combination of procedures would fit your budget, tolerance of downtime and goals.
Eyelid Rejuvenation
Surgical rejuvenation of the eyelids, or ‘blepharoplasty’, are procedures that address aging changes of the upper, lower, and adjacent areas around the eyelids.
Blepharoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures requested in plastic surgery and has an excellent safety record when performed by an appropriately trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon. If you’re interested in eyelid rejuvenation in Toledo, Ohio our team of experts can help.
THE PROCEDURE
What It Is
We may perform surgery on the upper or lower eyelids or both. Sometimes, blepharoplasty is combined with other facial aesthetic procedures such as cheek lifts, facelifts, brow lifts, and skin peels or resurfacing to address general aging concerns more comprehensively.
Eyelid rejuvenation in Toledo, Ohio with Dr. Frank Barone can restore a more youthful appearance and rejuvenate the area surrounding the eyes as well as improve functional problems in some cases where fatigue or upper visual field loss has occurred because of visual obstruction from drooping skin or sagging upper eyelids.
What It Treats
- Loose or sagging skin and fat excess that creates excess folds or disturbs the natural youthful contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision
- Fatty deposits that cause puffiness and swelling of the lids
- Fatty bags and circles of the lower eyelids
- Drooping, sagging, and loss of support of the lower eyelids sometimes resulting in excess tearing
- Excess skin and wrinkles of the lower eyelid and upper cheek area
Benefits
- Youthful Appearance: Restores a more youthful eyelid appearance without changing the natural shape of the eyes, when performed properly.
- Reduced Fatigue: Elimination of sagging may reduce fatigue with reading by improving support and reducing excess weight from overhanging skin and fat excess cheeks, jowls, and neck laxity.
- Fewer Wrinkles: Reduce excess wrinkles and fine lines in and around the eyelids.
- Improved Vision: May improve vision in those patients who have developed drooping of the upper eyelid which can obstruct vision (referred to as ptosis or blepharoptosis) by correcting lid position.
OVERVIEW
Treatment Time
1.5 – 3 hours
Recovery Time
2 – 4 weeks
Anesthetic Type
General, IV, or Local
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if eye-lid surgery or blepharoplasty is right for me?
Is there a difference in eyelid surgical techniques and results?
There are a variety of surgical approaches to address eyelid aging concerns as well as functional issues with the skin and tissue around the eyes. At EVOLV, we believe in personalizing the technique to the individual concerns and anatomy of each patient. Dr. Barone has completed specialized post graduate training in eyelid surgery and prefers to use techniques that preserve and reposition tissue to obtain more natural appearing results without an ‘operated look’.
What is the cost of eyelid surgery and is it covered by insurance?
While there are a few situations where insurance may cover correction of eyelid droop (ptosis) or severe skin excess that is blocking vision, most eyelid surgery is usually self-pay. Insurance coverage for resection of upper eyelid skin excess that is partially obstructing vision is a much less complete procedure than the comprehensive rejuvenative blepharoplasty procedures that we specialize in at EVOLV Plastic Surgery. The cost of eyelid surgery will depend upon the extent, time, and nature of the procedure as well any accompanying surgery or services that are planned. The EVOLV Patient Coordinator will provide each patient with an itemized quote detailing all costs as well as expected recovery time.
What is the usual recovery time after eyelid surgery?
Recovery or downtime after blepharoplasty procedures will depend on each patient’s anatomy and aging patterns, eyelid sensitivity, the surgical technique, and the number and extent of accompanying procedures and therefore will vary.
It is helpful to remember that ‘recovery’ is a process and goes thru stages. At EVOLV Plastic Surgery we have found that preparing and restoring optimal skin health with a personalized medical skin care program, as well as extensive patient pre-operative teaching and education, specific supplements for healing, in addition to post-operative lymphatic and sound wave massage, and LED phototherapy can significantly reduce downtime and improve healing. Our professional staff will review expected recovery times with you to assist with your post-procedure planning.
How long will the results of eyelid surgery last?
As with all aesthetic surgical procedures, eyelid surgery results and longevity are very much affected by numerous factors. These include patient age and genetics, pre/post-treatment overall health and lifestyle, surgical technique and approach, and most importantly post-operative skin and aesthetic maintenance treatments.
In our experience, deeper tissue repositioning and preservation of natural anatomy in eyelid surgery provide the most natural looking and long-lasting rejuvenation results. A personalized medical skin care program will be recommended after surgery, along with aesthetic maintenance treatments, which can extend youthful results far longer than traditional eyelid operative techniques.
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