Your eyes are the windows to your soul." Engaging eye contact creates an unforgettable first impression. However, puffy, baggy, or saggy eyes can diminish confidence. Puffy and baggy eyes stem from various causes, including inherited facial traits, allergies, stress, eye strain, and unique skin characteristics.
Puffy eyes occur due to excessive fluid accumulation, known as edema, in the surrounding skin tissue. Given that the skin around the eyes is exceptionally thin, swelling and discoloration become noticeable.
Puffy eyes can result from a combination of factors such as:
1. Apply a cool compress to your eyes by wetting a clean washcloth with cool water.
2. Ensure you get sufficient sleep.
3. Avoid consuming fluids before bedtime and reduce salt intake in your diet.
Several temporary remedies can alleviate swollen eyes, including:
If your dark circles are due to lack of sleep or stress, or if they are caused by skin pigmentation, lower eyelid surgery may not be the solution. However, excessive puffiness under the eyes can cast a shadow, resulting in both puffy eye bags and dark circles. In such cases, lower eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, becomes a viable option.
Eyelid surgery, among the top cosmetic procedures alongside liposuction, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and breast lift, effectively reduces bagginess from lower eyelids and removes excess skin from the upper eyelids. This procedure is primarily performed for cosmetic enhancement and can also improve vision obstruction caused by sagging upper eyelids in older individuals.
Eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) is the preferred treatment for removing bags under the eyes or drooping eyelids, conditions that can age your appearance and impair vision. Choosing a highly qualified surgeon experienced in facial plastic surgery ensures natural-looking results, avoiding an overly tight appearance.
The ultimate objective of cosmetic eyelid surgery is to enhance the eyes' appearance, providing a more rested look by restoring a youthful eyelid contour.
Recovery from blepharoplasty varies; however, most patients resume their normal routine within days, with complete recovery taking a few weeks. Swelling, bruising, and discomfort are common during recovery but can be managed with cold compresses and prescribed medication.
What are the costs for Upper and Lower Eyelid Lifts? The cost can vary depending on several factors, primarily whether you are suitable for an in-office procedure or if you prefer to have it done under anesthesia in an operating room. In general, the range for these procedures can be anywhere from $3200 to $9700. The higher end of the range typically includes fees for anesthesia and the use of an operating room, particularly if both upper and lower eyelids are being addressed.
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The surgeons at Belmont Plastic Surgery are here to help you take the next step on your aesthetic journey. Whether you want to restore what has been lost or improve upon what you already have, our surgeons will help you make the best possible choices for your care and deliver excellent results. Every day is an opportunity to live a more beautiful life. Seize your opportunity today with a consultation at Belmont Plastic Surgery.
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