Candidates for
eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, are concerned with droopy eyelids and/or puffiness under their eyes. The blepharoplasty procedure can be performed on the upper or lower eyelids or both; it focuses on eliminating fat, muscle, and excess skin to create a younger looking appearance.
Eyelid surgery patients should be 18 years old or older. Most patients are at least 35 years old, but if droopy or baggy eyelids are a trait that runs in your family, the surgery may be something you would consider at a younger age.
It is also important that blepharoplasty candidates are in both good mental and physical health. Though the procedure is a minor one, potential patients must consider the usual surgical risks before having the surgery.
The ideal surgical candidates have expectations that are realistic regarding how their surgery will turn out. These patients will understand that blepharoplasty can fix puffy upper lids and reduce puffiness and bags beneath the eye. Blepharoplasty can help you appear more refreshed and rested, but it will not address crow's feet or get rid of under-eye dark circles.
If you are considering
eyelid surgery for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes, please call
Dr. Kun Kim at Kim Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia to schedule an appointment today. You can reach his office at 770-458-4255.
