We tend to look at a person’s eyes when we talk to them. Unfortunately, this area often gives signs of ageing with excess skin on your upper eyelids or fatty puffiness or deposits in your lower eyelids
A blepharoplasty procedure is performed for both cosmetic and medical reasons.
If any of these issues apply to you, Dr Gillett will discuss the Blepharoplasty procedures.
People of ALL ages can suffer from these issues as genetics, lifestyle, and sun damage significantly affect our appearance. We see lots of people in their thirties and forties opt for eyelid surgery, as it restores the skin excess in the eye area.
This procedure is one of the most commonly requested types of surgery to reduce the signs of premature ageing, corrects the excess skin on the upper eyelids and the fatty deposits in the lower eyelids.
These before-and-after photos are of patients that have had surgery performed by Dr David Gillett. These patients have consented to the photos being shown. These are actual photos and have not been altered or digitally enhanced. Every patient is an individual and therefore final surgical results will vary from patient to patient.
These before-and-after photos are of patients that have had surgery performed by Dr David Gillett. These patients have consented to the photos being shown. These are actual photos and have not been altered or digitally enhanced. Every patient is an individual and therefore final surgical results will vary from patient to patient.
Upper eyelid surgery removes excess skin that has significantly stretched and is now creating multiple wrinkles or a “hooding” effect on the eyelash line. Muscle repair can be carried out at the same time if there is any droopiness beneath the lid. This is done through the same incision so there will be no further scarring to the skin.
Many patients find that they have difficulties in applying make-up, such as eyeshadow or eyeliner, due to sagging or excess skin. Blepharoplasty removes this problem by creating a firm surface area which acts as a “canvas”. Excess fatty tissue can make the upper eye look heavy, so eyelid surgery can improve the appearance by removing or reshaping a small fatty area around the eyelid.
Ptosis (a drooping of the upper eyelid) can also cause a reduction in eyesight if the eyelid itself is blocking the patient’s vision. This often occurs as a part of ageing and can be improved with a ptosis correction to reattach the muscle that lifts the eyelid, the levator, to the cartilage in the upper lid.
Lower eyelid surgery, also call lower blepharoplasty is a cosmetic or functional surgical procedure that improve the appearance and/or function of the lower eyelids.
It typically addresses issues such as:
These before-and-after photos are of patients that have had surgery performed by Dr David Gillett. These patients have consented to the photos being shown. These are actual photos and have not been altered or digitally enhanced. Every patient is an individual and therefore final surgical results will vary from patient to patient.
Dr Gillett will assess your eye region and face shape to determine your suitability for upper and or lower eyelid surgery. He will explain the procedure including its potential risks and what to expect in the post-operative/recovery period. The procedure is usually performed under a quick general anaesthetic administered by a specialist anaesthetist. The anaesthetist will assist with post-operative pain control which is generally minimal.
A referral from a GP or specialist is useful but not essential in any way. You can call or email us to book your initial consultation.
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