The Long-Term Benefits of Eyelid Surgery

Posted on August 16, 2024 in Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is a plastic surgery procedure that can brighten and refresh the eyes, restoring confidence and a more youthful appearance. If you are considering eyelid surgery in San Francisco, these are some of the ways that you can benefit from a procedure with double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Evan Ransom.

What is Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery is a cosmetic procedure that addresses excess skin on the upper and lower lids, sagging upper lids, under-eye bags, and under-eye hollows. Upper blepharoplasty and lower blepharoplasty can be performed separately or in combination, depending on your unique needs and cosmetic goals.

During the procedure, small incisions will be made along the crease of the upper lid or inside the lower lid, leaving minimal scars that are easily concealed. Dr. Ransom will carefully remove excess fat and skin before tightening the remaining tissues to lift the upper lids and smooth the skin on the lower lids. Patients can expect natural-looking results tailored to their unique anatomy and cosmetic goals.

1. Refresh Your Youthful Appearance

Cosmetic eyelid surgery is primarily sought to address age-related changes in the periorbital region. The thin, delicate skin around the eyes is particularly susceptible to the effects of aging, primarily due to the gradual decrease in collagen, a protein that is essential for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity. As collagen levels diminish, the skin loses its ability to resist gravitational forces, resulting in wrinkling, sagging, and drooping.

Eye wrinkles, heavy under-eye bags, and droopy upper lids can add years to your appearance and create a perpetually tired look. By eliminating sagging tissues and tightening the remaining skin, the upper eyelids are lifted, and the under-eyes are smoother for a refreshed and more youthful look.

2. Boost Your Self-Confidence

Many people are understandably bothered by their droopy eyelids and eyelid wrinkles. This lack of confidence can have a significant impact on one’s mental health, which can make it difficult to engage in social activities. After blepharoplasty procedures with Dr. Ransom, many patients feel more confident because they no longer have to worry about an aged or tired appearance.

3. Improved Field of Vision

Eyelid surgery is well-known for its cosmetic benefits, but it can also improve patients’ overall health and wellness. Heavy upper eyelids weigh down on the eyes, making it difficult to open them fully. Loose or sagging skin can obstruct the field of vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and work. During the eyelid surgery procedure, sagging skin is removed to lift the eyelids and restore clear vision. 

4. Easier Makeup Routine

Contouring the eyes with makeup is one way that people try to conceal signs of aging around the eyes, but this takes time and might not create the most desirable effect. If you are bothered by your aging eyes, blepharoplasty can help you cut down on the time spent getting ready. You’ll also be able to try out new eye looks that might have been difficult with sagging lids or deeply hooded eyes.

5. Long-Lasting Results

Although the aging process cannot be stopped, anti-aging cosmetic procedures can turn back the clock on aging and restore your naturally youthful appearance for years to come. Most patients can expect their results to last 10 years or more. As wrinkles and sagging start to develop again, touch-ups can be made with non-surgical treatments or a secondary eyelid surgery.

6. Customizable Procedure

Dr. Ransom specializes in many types of facial plastic surgery. Eyelid surgery can be customized with a combination of upper and lower blepharoplasty, and it can also be combined with other procedures. The brow lift is one procedure commonly combined with eyelid surgery since it addresses a heavy brow and can give the eye area a more dramatic change. Eyelid surgery can also be combined with facelift procedures to rejuvenate the entire face and create harmonious results.

Schedule a Consultation

At Ransom/MD, we love helping patients look and feel their best selves. If you want to learn more about blepharoplasty in San Francisco and Mill Valley, CA, schedule a consultation today with Dr. Evan Ransom.