BLEPHAROPLASTY
“The staff of Awaken Aesthetics are incredibly friendly and professional. Faith really went above and beyond in terms of answering my questions and assisting me through the entire process. Dr. Ahn’s skill, professionalism, and bedside manner are second to none. I’m extremely happy with the results of my upper eyelid surgery. I would absolutely recommend using Awaken Aesthetics to anyone considering this procedure or any other service they offer.”
– David Kohan
*Individual Results May Vary.
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s we age, inevitably our eyelids begin to sag and droop as well. There are many other contributions to the aging of the upper eyelids such as excessive sun exposure, smoking, and overall health. The upper eyelid blepharoplasty is an elegant procedure to help specifically target this area with minimal downtime but maximal results. There are many other issues that clients might not even be aware of such as ptosis (drooping of the eyelid muscle) and loss of an eyelid crease. The upper eyelid blepharoplasty is designed to address all these various issues with a single surgical approach. Our goal is to create a youthful, natural appearance to your eyelids to frame your face.
Eyelid Lift Details
Surgery details
Incision through the upper eyelid with removal of skin and possibly muscle/fat
Length of procedures
30-60 minutes
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia usually fine, or IV sedation
What is the recovery process like?
Majority of swelling and bruising resolved in 1-2 weeks. Incisions usually slightly red for at least 4 weeks
How soon can I return to work?
Most patients can resume non-physical work in 2-3 days
How soon can I return to my regular exercise routine?
No lifting more than 20 pounds, and avoid bending/straining for 1 week
Will follow up appointments be necessary?
Usually 1,6, and 12 weeks after surgery
Length of consultation
45 minutes and complementary
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty (Lower Eyelid Surgery) How do the eyelids age?
As we age, so do our eyelids. The natural tendency of the upper eyelids is to descend vertically downwards while the lower eyelids tend to have a “bulging” of the fat surrounding the eye itself (leading to “bags under the eyes” appearance). The lower eyelid skin also becomes stretched out because of the fat protruding thus thinning out the skin even further (leading to the crepe-like appearance of the lower eyelids).
What can be achieved with a lower eyelid blepharoplasty and who is a good candidate?
Another one of the most commonly performed procedures in plastic surgery is lower eyelid blepharoplasty. This surgery can be fraught with complications unless performed by someone who is an expert in the area as Drs. Liu & Ahn. It is not as simple as removing “bags” or the excessively wrinkled skin on the lower eyelids. Too much or too little surgery can lead to devastating results, even blindness. It is traditionally known as an area with very little forgiveness in terms of uneven surgery.
People who complain of unwanted bags or puffiness along the lower eyelid or excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower lids may seek to have a lower blepharoplasty. Many reasons contribute to these problems including normal aging of the skin to hereditary factors and also sun damage.
*Individual Results May Vary
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty can make a significant change in the appearance of the face, improving the appearance of tiredness and old age by eliminating the excess, wrinkly skin or puffiness under the eyes. The eyes appear fresher and more youthful, and the results may last for many years.
This procedure involves not only removing the excess skin, fat, and underlying tissue but also reshaping and returning the lower eyelid to the proper contour to function properly in protecting and lubricating the eye itself.
There are many different approaches to lower eyelid surgery. We prefer the “scarless”, sutureless method of rejuvenating the lower eyelids from inside the eyelid. As opposed to making an incision on the outside part of the eyelid skin (where it will leave a lifelong scar), we make tiny incisions inside your lower eyelid that will heal very rapidly (within 2-4 days) and leave absolutely no visible scars. Additionally, there are no stitches used at all. The lower eye “bags” can be taken away or repositioned via this transconjunctival (inside lower eyelid) incision. Excessive skin can be addressed with a laser, chemical peel, or direct excision (rarely needed) although more often than not, the lower eyelid skin will retract quite well after the fat is taken away/repositioned.
This advanced technique to lower eyelids leads to much faster recovery time and reduces potential complications dramatically (such as ectropion) as there are no incisional manipulations of the eyelid skin.
“It’s been 6 months since my eyelid surgery with Dr. Ahn and am very happy with the results. The results are much better than I expected. Dr. Ahn and Dr. Liu were fantastic throughout the entire process from surgery to follow-up and Faith was so helpful leading up to the surgery that I felt comfortable from the beginning. Highly recommend them.”
“I just had an upper Blepheroplasty yesterday by Dr. Ahn. I shopped for the right doctor and I had 100% confidence in Dr. Ahn. He is gentle, patient and a perfectionist. I have been a nurse for 30 years and I know a good doctor when I meet one. The procedure went perfectly and although there’s still swelling (it’s been less than 24 hours post op), I see a dramatic improvement in my eyelids. I am very happy thus far. I would highly recommend Dr. Ahn. His staff, Faith also went above and beyond. I cannot be happier with the customer service she provided me.”
“I had my eyelids don in June and I absolutely love the way they turned out! Dr Ahn was incredibly through and attentive from the initial consultation to the post op care. Faith at the reception is very knowledgeable and cool. Will go there for my future cosmetic needs for sure!”
“I had a Blepharoplasy on my upper eyelids in October 2020. It was such a seamless and non-traumatic experience! Dr. Ahn and his staff are absolutely top notch!! I almost slept through the surgery! LOL. I am so happy with the results! There was no bruising or other post surgery issues. So happy! Also, I had treatments of cool sculpting on my abs and love handles. After 50 lbs of weight loss these were the ares that did not disappear. Michelle and Faith were amazing! I am extremely happy with the first treatment and look forward to another to achieve the results that I am seeking. It takes patience, as the results take a bit of time but I can see the difference. It is life changing! So many guys are reluctant to take advantage of these procedures, but they are so worth it if you can and want to do something for yourself!”
*Individual Results May Vary
What types of procedures may be combined with Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty?
During your consultation, we will assess the amount of excess skin/fat you may have in your eyelid areas, the position of your eyebrows and the condition of the muscles around your lids to decide whether or not you are an ideal candidate for surgery on upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty (nose surgery), or a brow lift. If we feel that your brows have descended enough to contribute to the problem, we may suggest getting a brow lift to tighten the sagging brow. Many patients elect to have their eyelid blepharoplasty in concurrence with other facial procedures such as a facelift and rhinoplasty as to recover from healing all at the same time.
*Individual Results May Vary
What type of anesthesia is used for this procedure?
The surgery is performed under light sedation with local anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes to an hour to perform. It is a relatively shorter surgery without the need for general anesthesia (unless combined with other procedures such as a facelift).
What is the recovery like?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort after the procedure. Discoloration is minimal. Majority of the swelling will generally improve over 5-7 days, but it will take several weeks for all the swelling to resolve. Most individuals will be able to return to work and social activities within 7 days although some swelling will still be present.
Why Awaken Aesthetics for your eyelid procedure?
Although many (plastic, dermatological, cosmetic, oral-maxillary, otolaryngologist, ophthalmologist) surgeons today perform facial surgery, very few actually limit their practice to specialize in the eyes and surrounding face. Drs. Liu & Ahn are specialists in facial plastic surgery, specifically to this area. This is why the surgeons at Awaken Aesthetics were voted (Daily Breeze, BestofLA) as one of the top cosmetic surgeons. Drs. Liu & Ahn have a global patient base, attracting patients from all over the country and internationally.
I am interested! What do I do next?
If you are considering this procedure we encourage you to schedule a consultation with us. During this visit, we will listen to your concerns and discuss your options. Afterwards, we will be able to tell you whether you are a suitable candidate for this procedure and inform you of the potential risks of the procedure. There is a great variety of eyelid shapes and features and each procedure must be custom tailored for the patient to get the best possible result. You will also have a chance to view before and after photo albums of our patients who have undergone procedures similar to what you are considering.
If you’re interested in learning more about an Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty), please contact Awaken Aesthetics to set up a consultation by calling (866) 519-2415 or by completing the form on this page. Awaken Aesthetics serves the Torrance & South Bay, CA areas.
*Individual Results May Vary
