Dr. Bray's Plastic Surgery Blog

With eyelid surgery, the patient has the option of getting the upper lid or lower lid done, or having both lids corrected. The decision is the patient’s based on his/her preference.

Upper lid blepharoplasty

For an upper lid blepharoplasty, the cosmetic surgeon makes an incision is made along the upper lid’s crease to eliminate unwanted fat that creates a puffy appearance; the surgeon then tightens eyelid skin and muscle to greatly reduce the droopy, saggy look. The incision is then closed.

Lower lid blepharoplasty

Two alternative procedures exist for a lower lid blepharoplasty eyelid surgery.

Method one resembles the upper lid blepharoplasty procedure. The surgeon makes a small cut right under the lash line next to the lower eyelid. Using this incision, the surgeon is able to take out fatty tissue that causes bagginess and puffiness under the eyes. Skin and muscle are tightened to create a refreshed appearance. Finally, the surgeon closes the incision.

Method two for the lower lid blepharoplasty is called a transconjunctival blepharoplasty. Patient without a lot of skin and muscle that need to be removed do best with this procedure. The surgeon makes an incision inside the lower eyelid so that the scar will be hidden. He/she then eliminates excess fatty tissues and closes the incision.

Should you be interested in an upper lid blepharoplasty, lower lid blepharoplasty, or both procedures, please schedule a blepharoplasty consultation with Bray Plastic Surgery at 310-534-8300 to learn more about how we may assist you.