Archive for Blepharoplasty

Can Lower Eyelid Surgery Be Done Without an Incision?

photodune-323507-head-shot-of-woman-smiling-xsLooking young and well-rested can be almost impossible when you have excessive bags under your eyes.  No matter how many creams you diligently apply or how many hours you log each night, those undereye bags just won’t go away – and you’re looking for answers.

With a blepharoplastylower eyelid surgery  – a plastic surgeon can remove the appearance of excessive fat deposits and skin underneath your eyes.  During this procedure, the surgeon makes an incision along the lower eyelid, which allows for the removal of fatty deposits and excess skin.  However, this can leave a visible scar, which can take away from the natural-looking results of this procedure. 

That’s why Kyle Song, MD of Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, CA specializes in lower eyelid surgery that requires no external incision. That means no visible scars, so you can leave your family members and friends guessing about your youth-restoring secrets.

Rather than creating an external incision along the lower eyelid, Dr. Song uses a surgical technique that makes an incision along the inside of the eyelid, which gives him direct access to the fatty deposits.  Dr. Song then removes much of the fat and repositions the rest over the cheekbone to create a much more natural result. 

Any excess skin that remains from the procedure can be trimmed away, which restores a youthful and well-rested appearance.  Dr. Song uses a conservative approach to skin removal, which helps promote the best results possible. 

If you’re interested in undergoing lower eyelid surgery, schedule a consultation with Dr. Song at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, CA.  Dr. Song will assess you to determine if you’re an ideal candidate for lower blepharoplasty.  If your drooping eyelids are making it difficult to see, you’re mentally and physically healthy, and you have realistic expectations about the results of your surgery, you’re an ideal candidate for this procedure.

To learn more about lower eyelid surgery, call (949) 701-4454 or visit Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, CA today. 

Get Rid of Undereye Bags

Irvine Eyelid Surgery - Blepharoplasty

Excess fat beneath the eyes can make you look tired and older than you are, but you can get rid of undereye bags with eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty. Age causes the skin around the eyes to become loose and saggy, and also weakens the muscles and ligaments. Eyelid surgery removes fatty tissue, and restores youthfulness to the face.

What Causes Undereye bags

The lower eyelid muscles provide support for the fat under the eyes, ensuring that it stays in position. However, aging weakens those muscles, causing the fat to bulge and making the eyes look puffy. Blepharoplasty repositions the displaced fat, and also tightens the muscles, so that the fat is intact once again. Blepharoplasty is a wonderful way to refresh your appearance, without looking ‘done.’

How to get rid of undereye bags – Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty on the lower eyelids targets undereye bags. The procedure is almost always carried out under general anesthesia, or ‘twilight’ anesthesia. The incisions are made along the natural crease of the eye, at the lower lash line, and this ensures that there is minimal scarring.

The surgeon will remove the excess fat that causes the eye bags, and stitch the incisions, before removing any surplus skin. The skin is also stretched, and the muscles tightened, so that underneath the eyes looks smoother and younger.

Blepharoplasty is often done in combination with other facial surgeries such as a brow lift or facelift, to improve the overall appearance.

Blepharoplasty in Orange County

If you are interested in a blepharoplasty to get rid of undereye bags, then call to schedule your consultation with Dr. Kyle Song of Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, CA. Please call his office at 949-701-4454.