When it comes to facial rejuvenation, the eyes often command the most attention. As a facial plastic surgeon specializing in eyelid surgery in Bryn Mawr, Dr. John Lee frequently encounter patients seeking a refreshed and youthful appearance. One of the most effective combinations in achieving this goal is pairing blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) with a brow lift. Let’s explore how these two procedures complement each other to provide a harmonious and enhanced aesthetic result.
Understanding Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that corrects drooping eyelids and removes excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper and lower eyelids. This […]
Your eyes are usually said to be the focal point when you meet a new person. Beyond being expressive, the eyes also have some of the thinnest skin on the entire human body. And, with the exception of when they are hidden behind sunglasses, your eyes and the skin around them are exposed to the sun and the elements. As the years add up, so does that exposure.
No wonder our eyes show their age! Eyelid surgery with Dr. Lee, however, can take over a decade off of your eyes. Eyelid surgery removes excess skin and fat and tightens the underlying […]
We all have something about ourselves that we’re not comfortable with. Unfortunately, we’re wired that way. Either we wish we were taller, had curly hair, could tan better, had freckles, or… the list goes on and on. But sometimes our lives can truly be improved by tweaking our appearance. For example, blepharoplasty can help remove sagging skin that dips into our line of sight. Imagine being able to see how you’re meant to! Keep reading to learn about blepharoplasty and have some of your most frequently asked questions answered.
What does it treat?
Blepharoplasty is also referred to as cosmetic eyelid surgery, […]
Spring is a time of new life, and you may be considering ways that you can refresh your appearance. Before you schedule facelift surgery, learn more about the benefits of upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery and brow lifts. These three procedures address signs of aging in the upper third of your face and can take years off your appearance, but there are some subtle differences that help you choose the right procedure.
Blepharoplasty: Give Your Eyelids a Lift
If you look tired and older than you feel, you may focus on the lines and wrinkles on your face. In actuality, your eyelids […]
Eyelid surgery (or Blepharoplasty) is the surgical removal of extra skin or fat under or above your eyes. An eyelid surgery procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis with local anesthesia and sedation. There are a couple of reasons why patients undergo eyelid surgery. It can be for either cosmetic reasons, or for more practical purposes. For example, in some cases, doctors recommend blepharoplasty for patients when the skin above their eyes interferes with their range of vision.
This procedure can be done to either the top or lower eyelids, or as a combination, depending on your needs. No matter […]
Blepharoplasty is an effective procedure to get rid of puffy eyes, bags under the eyes and drooping eyelids. When this surgery is performed by a skilled surgeon like Dr. Lee, you can regain your youthful look and transform your appearance virtually overnight. As with any other surgical procedure, it is important for you to be prepared for the treatment and arrive at the clinic in readiness so that your facial cosmetic surgeon can work magic on you without delay.
What does the process involve?
Blepharoplasty is a simple procedure wherein your surgeon removes the excess skin, fat and/or muscle from the eyelids […]
An “Asian” eyelid refers to a crease-less upper eyelid, most people from Asian backgrounds have eyelids like this and so the corrective procedure is Double Eyelid Surgery or Asian Blepharoplasty. It is used to create a natural looking double eyelid crease. Most patients that undertake this surgery are in their twenties and thirties. In fact, it is the most popular cosmetic procedure in Asia and the third most popular in the US. Other than Asians, people with lax skin around their eyebrows due to old age also get this procedure.
Questions to ask
Here are 5 questions you need to ask before […]
Ptosis is a common condition wherein the upper eyelid droops, sometimes even causing difficulty in seeing clearly. Ptosis can occur in the eyelid of one eye or in both eyes and it may be very visible or barely noticeable. Although drooping eyelids are a common consequence of aging, ptosis can also occur in young adults and sometimes, even in children.
The most significant problem that individuals suffering from this problem face is that they may have to look up, tilting their head to see without their vision being obstructed by the drooping eyelid. Others get into the habit of lifting their […]
The eyes are one of the most prominent features of the face, and often the first thing a person notices when they look at you. Therefore, it is not surprising that eyelid surgery is the most popular facial surgery procedure and top 3 overall of ALL cosmetic surgery. Like most plastic surgery, there are both health and cosmetic benefits. When deciding which is right for you, you have to understand the reasons behind undergoing upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery and the benefits of each.
Upper Lid Surgery
Upper lid surgery involves the lifting of the eyelid and the removal of […]
Asian blepharoplasty, or what is sometimes called Asian eyelid surgery or Asian Crease or Asian Double eyelids surgery is often the center of controversy in the world of plastic surgery. Many feel that Asian eyelid surgery is a cosmetic procedure that attempts to westernize, or produce aesthetic results that are more aligned with a western standard of beauty. However, Asian crease surgery, when performed by a highly skilled surgeon who understands the Asian anatomy and aesthetics, can provide a very natural outcome that does not compromise ones natural Asian features. The eyes are still Asian in appearance since creating a […]
