The Art Of Eyelid Transformation

Dec 2024

As we age, or sometimes just due to genetics, the skin on our upper eyelids can start to hood over and creep

towards our lashes. A heavy upper eyelid can be caused by excess skin, a loose upper eyelid muscle, a low

sitting brow, or any combination of these. Fortunately, there are several surgical options to address these

concerns: upper eyelid blepharoplasty, upper eyelid ptosis repair, and brow lift. Each procedure can be tailored

to the individual's needs, helping to restore a more youthful, refreshed look.

"Patients complain that they can't put their makeup

on easily, or their eyelids feel heavy, or that they

feel like they can't see comfortably. Sometimes

they develop a subconscious habit of holding their

brows up to see more easily, which can lead to a

headache or fatigue at the end of the day."

D R . SA R H A D D I ’ S M O S T C O M M O N P R O C E D U R E S A N D T I P S

UPPER EYELID BLEPHAROPL ASTY

Sometimes referred to as an upper eyelid lift, this procedure can be safely and easily performed in the office

under local anesthesia (a numbing injection). The excess skin is measured and removed, and if there is excess fat,

it can be reduced as well, giving the upper eyelid a more open appearance. Sutures are typically removed in five

days, with patients typically looking presentable at two weeks.

UPPER EYELID PTOSIS REPAIR

As we age, the muscle that holds the eyelid open can stretch and loosen, causing the eyelid to sit at the level of

the pupil rather than being lifted to the top of the iris. This can create a tired appearance. Ptosis repair can also

be performed in the office, under local anesthesia, at the same time as an upper blepharoplasty.

BROW LIFT

This procedure lifts the brows to address heaviness in the upper eyelids and enhances the overall appearance of

the face. A low brow position can contribute to some, all, or relatively none of the upper eyelid hooding. The best

way to determine this is by scheduling a consultation for a full evaluation. Brow lift surgery is performed under

general anesthesia, with small incisions hidden behind the hairline.