Do I Need Eyelid Surgery?

Drooping eyelids aren't just a cosmetic concern. Your vision can also be affected if your eyelids sag over your eyes. Fortunately, eyelid surgery offered by Dr. Dennis Reiter at Visione 360 in El Paso, TX, offers an effective solution to the problem.

Who can benefit from eyelid surgery?

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, might be a good option for you if:

• You're unhappy with the appearance of your eyelids: Sagging lids can make you look sleepy or sad, even though you're well-rested and in a perfectly good mood. Droopy eyelids are often inherited and can be a concern even if you're only in your 30s or 40s.
• You can't see well due to saggy upper eyelids: It's difficult to see if your eyelids protrude over your eyes. Droopy lids can also limit your side vision and may be a factor in eye strain.
• You're lower lids are droopy, or you have bags under your eyes: Eyelid surgery tightens droopy lids and eliminates bags.

What happens during eyelid surgery?

During your visit to the El Paso office, you'll discuss your eyelid issues with an eye doctor and a plastic surgeon. After an examination, your doctors will explain how surgery can improve your appearance and vision. Your health insurance may cover eyelid surgery if it's performed to improve your vision. Cosmetic eyelid surgery isn't covered by insurance.

Before your same-day surgery begins, your eyelids will be numbed with injections, and you may receive either oral or intravenous sedation medication. Your surgeon removes excess skin, muscle and fat during the procedure, then closes the incisions with stitches. Incisions are made in the creases of your eyelids to reduce noticeable scarring after your surgery.

You'll return to the office in a few days for the removal of your stitches. The skin around your eyes may look a little bruised and swollen for about two weeks after your eyelid surgery. As swelling gradually subsides, you'll soon notice a dramatic improvement in the appearance of your eyelids.

Whether you're struggling to see or want to improve your appearance, you may be a good candidate for eyelid surgery. Call your El Paso, TX, doctor Dr. Dennis Reiter at Visione 360 at (915) 532-3937 to schedule an appointment.