What Compells Eyelid Surgery?
I look tired but I am not! This is what I hear from patients who come to me for eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty. Most of them tell me that with age their upper eyelids have gotten heavy and droopy. This not only makes them look tired but also blocks their peripheral vision, especially during driving. While most people develop loose eyelid skin, bags, circles, and lines with age, there are those that are born with baggy or puffy lower eyelids. Their friends or coworkers often asked them if they did not sleep well the night before, or if they were working all night? This can not only be frustrating, but also affects self-esteem and social confidence. Blepharoplasty, also known as Eyelid Lift or Cosmetic Eye Surgery, refers to the procedures that tighten drooping skin of the upper eyelids, and remove the “puffiness” or “bags” beneath the eyes. This surgery is a boon for those who wish to “freshen” up a fatigued looking face, without undergoing a full Face Lift. Many men who would not oth
