Upper Blepharoplasty
In patients who experience visual obstruction as a result of excess skin on the eyelids, they may be a candidate for upper blepharoplasty surgery.
Upper Blepharoplasty can either be performed as a day case in hospital or occasionally, for suitable candidates, as an outpatient procedure in the rooms under local anaesthetic.
The eyes are said to be the entry to our souls but even if you don’t believe this, most people would agree that they are a central feature to the face. The blepharoplasty procedure aims to remove excess skin from the eyes. The scar is placed in the crease of the eyelid. Most (80%) of the cosmetic result is gained from removal of the skin, with the removal of fat behind the eye providing the the final aesthetic outcome.
In select cases, a medicare item number may be applicable and thus some of the costs may be covered by your private health insurance. To meet this criteria the upper eyelid skin needs to rest on the eyelashes when looking straight ahead in forward gaze, impeding vision.
This opinion piece was brought to you by Dr Damien Grinsell (AHPRA Registration: MED0001207555), Registered medication practitioner, specialist plastic surgeon (specialty registration in surgery – plastic surgery)
It is important to remember, any invasive procedure carries risks and individual results may vary depending on factors, not limited to but including age, genetics, diet, lifestyle and existing medical conditions. Before any surgery, we recommend you consult a qualified health practitioner who should discuss with you at length these risks including possible complications and recovery/aftercare instructions specific to your procedure. If unsure, always seek a second opinion from a specialist plastic surgeon.
For more information or to answer any of your questions please feel free to call 03 8560 2999 or email enquiries@horizonplasticsurgery.com.au
