Eyelid surgery in Orange County can improve the structure or function of the eyelids, or both. Surgery can be performed on the upper or lower lids, or both. Eyelid surgery is medically known as blepharoplasty, and it can rejuvenate your eye area for a variety of purposes.
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Most Common Applications of Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery is most commonly used to improve a patient’s appearance. There are some cases where removing excess skin from the eye can improve a patient’s vision. In these cases, blepharoplasty will be covered by insurance companies as a non-elective surgery. Coverage is not guaranteed but will depend on a field test performed by your surgeon, which can determine to what degree the excess skin inhibits proper vision.
Most often, when patients seek blepharoplasty, they wish to treat:
● Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision
● Fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the eyelids
● Bags under the eyes
● Drooping lower eyelids that reveal white below the iris
● Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid
Other Applications
Cancer Excision and Repair
Surgical excision is “the gold standard” for most facial and eyelid facial skin cancers. This treatment applies to basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and other types of skin cancer. Another part of the same surgery is to reparation and restoration the structure and function of the eyelids and upper face.
Trauma Repair and Reconstruction
This surgery restores the structure and function of the eyelids, tear system and upper face. For the best results, visit Dr. Ghosheh for eyelid surgery in Orange County.
Facial Bell’s Palsy
There is also eyelid surgery to maintain the health of the eye for patients with Facial Palsy (Bell’s Palsy.) This treatment restores the eyebrow position, correcting upper lid retraction and lower lid ectropion.
Tear Duct Repair
Eyelid surgery in Orange County can also:
● repair the tear drainage system (nasolacrimal duct system) to reduce tearing
● correct blockages (dacryocystorhinostomy or D.C.R.) that can lead to recurrent infections of the tear sac
Eye Implants
Another important eyelid surgery involves removal of the eye and preparation for an orbital implant (when necessary.) The eye is removed by a process of enucleation, evisceration, and exenteration; then the implant is placed.
Additional Benefits of Eyelid Surgery
Enhanced Appearance
Patients who undergo eyelid surgery come out looking more youthful and vibrant. Our eyes are one of the first places that show signs of aging, and the redundant skin we develop on our eyelids can make us look tired. Blepharoplasty corrects these changes, making patients look more rested and fresh-faced.
Natural Results
Eyelid surgery has become so advanced that friends, family, and coworkers will comment on your improved appearance without realizing you have undergone any surgery. The incision for eyelid surgery in Orange County is hidden in the creases of the eyelids and heals extremely well.
Easier Makeup Application
One of the most common complaints made by patients with excess skin on their eyelids is that eye makeup application gets messy. This is because the redundant skin that develops as we age causes makeup to smear. Another benefit of eyelid surgery in Orange County is that you will not have any more problems applying your makeup.
At Advanced Eye Medical, Dr. Ghosheh and his team offer the best options for eyelid surgery in Orange County. Read our stellar reviews and Call 949-582-1090 or email info@laserforeyes.com for an appointment today!