What is Upper Blepharoplasty?
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Upper blepharoplasty is the rejuvenation of the upper eyelids. We converse with one another by looking from eye-to-eye: hence, some upper eyelid changes that may make us look tired, angry, sad, or just older, are always noticed. In some instances, the heaviness of the skin of the upper eyelids may interfere with vision.
Upper blepharoplasty is performed to reverse these changes to give you a refreshed, youthful, but un-operated look!
"Dr. Patel, I am starting to date and I had a first date with a man. I haven’t worn my contacts for at least 10 years but I decided to try them out on this date. He couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful my eyes are. I guess I should wear my contacts more often. Thank you for giving me back my beautiful eyes, Dr. Patel!" S.J 63 Yrs Old with Droopy brows and eyelids now fixed!- Salt Lake City, UT
Am I a Candidate for Upper Blepharoplasty?
Studying the changes that occur over time allows us to recreate eyelid creases and curves and leave the patient looking fresh without any of the telltale signs of surgery
If the dermatochalasis (heaviness of the upper eyelids caused by skin and fat) interferes with vision, an upper blepharoplasty may be performed to improve the fields of your vision. We would assess your vision and your fields of vision to see if functional surgery would benefit you.
Cosmetic upper blepharoplasty is performed when the patient is bothered by the appearance of the upper eyelids. Dr. Patel will examine you to ensure that the procedure may be performed safely. We see many patients for second, third and fourth opinions because of complications after blepharoplasty: we endeavor to ensure that our patients do not get any untoward results. Study of younger photographs allows us to improve the operated part to match, as closely as possible to your appearance in younger days!
"Well, the last time I had a picture taken I could hardly see my eyes because of the weight of heavy eyelid. Then I paid attention to how I was actually using my eyes and I really noticed when I was looking at anything especially the computer I was straining my forehead to see better. Since I have had it done I no longer have to lift the forehead and tilt my head to see. It is amazing! I love..." D. Rock 63 Yrs Old with Fat Droopy Eyes - Salt Lake City, UT
Upper eyelid ptosis (droop) can be corrected together with recreation of skin creases and preservation of some of the fat to give very natural results. Blepharoplasty alone can change the appearance of the face in a most positive way
How will I be Assessed?
Because vision is so very precious and because poorly performed upper blepharoplasty can result in so many complications, it is important for a detailed assessment prior to any surgery. Dr. Patel has written many scientific papers and book chapters on how to assess a patient carefully and in detail to avoid complications. Briefly, everything from relationship of the brows to the eyelids, the eyelid skin, the power of lid closure, the Bell’s phenomenon, skin crease, the tarsal platform, the brow fat pad, presence or absence of lash ptosis, temporal hooding, lower eyelid laxity or retraction, dryness of the eyes, prior eyelid or corneal surgery, etc are assessed. And that is not even an exhaustive list! Dr. Patel trains Plastic Surgeons for two years to teach them all the nuances of examining, assessing and operating upon eyelids! Attention to detail is vital.
What other Procedures May be Performed with Upper Blepharoplasty?
Patients may benefit from attention to lower eyelids (lower blepharoplasty), forehead and brow lifts, cheek lifts, face and neck lifts, fat injections, laser resurfacing and other facial and neck procedures. Please do not hesitate to ask us questions about any other aspects that may bother you. We always remind all our patients: no one NEEDS cosmetic surgery. But if you decide you would like to see an improvement in any aspect of the face, we will pay close and
careful attention to ensure only appropriate and safe procedures are performed. We believe in the motto: “Operate, but don’t leave them looking operated.”Subtelty and nuance are the keys to beautiful plastic surgery.
This beautiful lady only had upper eyelid ptosis repair and blepharoplasty: she loved the result so much, she lost 20 pounds in two months! That made my result go from beautiful to brilliant as the lids now go with her face! Well done, Mrs. M.
What kind of results can I expect after an Upper Blepharoplasty?
Properly performed upper blepharoplasty can give amazing results. We are always amazed at how patients are told time and again that they look “many years younger! Patients also note that they don’t look tired, don’t have the “baggy upper eyelids”, have more of their eyes showing, and because we pay particular attention to designing skin creases, platform show and eyelash position, ladies, in particular, are delighted that not only can they apply makeup on without it rubbing off on the skin, but their lashes look healthier and longer.
We have hundreds of before-and-after photographs: remember that results have to be determined with the patient’s age, sex, race, and other factors in mind. A Caucasian upper blepharoplasty should not look the same as an Asian upper blepharoplasty!
"I had a excellent eye lift done by Dr. Patel. He knows what he is doing and is very pleasant. Dr.Patel was easy to get an appointment and he works with you. The office staff was very pleasant and made you feel calm." D. Gull Highly recommended for eye lift surgery - Salt Lake City, UT