Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Alpharetta, GA | Dr. Celeste Nagy

Understanding Blepharoplasty: Eyelid Rejuvenation

Tired eyes can make you look older and more exhausted than you feel. Blepharoplasty offers a sophisticated solution to restore a more lively and youthful appearance in the upper face. This precision surgical procedure addresses concerns like eyelid hooding, under-eye bags, dark circles, and drooping eyelids.

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids by removing excess skin, fat, and muscle. The goal is to decrease puffiness, reduce wrinkles, and correct upper lid drooping.

Effects of Aging on Eyelids

As we age, skin loses elasticity and gravity takes its toll. This natural process causes excessive skin to collect around the upper lids, leading to drooping eyelids and a tired appearance. Lower lid aging can also result from muscle laxity and skin loosening.

Benefits of Eyelid Surgery

• Correction of upper eyelid "hooding"
• Reduction of puffiness in upper and lower eyelids
• Minimization of dark circles and shadows
• Smoothing of fine lines around the eyes

Ideal Candidates for Blepharoplasty

The best candidates for eyelid surgery are healthy men and women ages 30 and older with realistic expectations. Patients should have healthy facial tissue and muscles, with no serious eye complications or pre-existing medical conditions.

Procedure Details

Dr. Celeste Nagy carefully places incisions in natural creases, ensuring minimal visible scarring. Upper eyelid surgery involves removing excess skin within the natural eyelid fold, while lower eyelid surgery can be performed through incisions below the lash line or inside the eyelid.

Recovery and Results

Blepharoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure with relatively quick recovery. Patients typically see noticeable results within several weeks. While the procedure cannot stop aging, it can effectively turn back the clock, often taking approximately 10 years off the patient's facial appearance.

For more information about Blepharoplasty in Alpharetta, GA, submit an enquiry to Dr. Celeste Nagy.