Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

Blepharoplasty repairs droopy eyelids. This eyelid surgery may involve removing excess skin, muscle, or fat. Dr. Rudderman performs Blepharoplasty on men and women of all ages and stages in life. Eyelid surgery is one of the most popular surgeries done today because it can take 5, 10, 15 years off an aging face and keep you looking younger for as many years.

Genetics & Lifestyle

The most common complaint surgeons hear from older, wiser patients is: “my eyelids are too heavy, puffy, dark, tired, wrinkled and just old looking.” Genetics, the way and at what pace we will age, lifestyle, aging and trauma/disease are all causes of aging eyelids. The eye area is one of the first to show dramatic signs of facial aging as the skin begins to slacken, muscles start to droop and skin tissues around the eyes get weaker. Loss of elasticity in the upper eyelid creates a “tissue paper’ appearance as the lid descends downward to rest on the eyelashes. Simultaneously, shadowy hollows appear below the eye while eye bags and excess fatty deposits become more prominent. Women know that even the greatest makeup can’t hide many of these problem areas. Men and women understand impaired vision caused by droopy, overhanging upper eyelid skin. This can be corrected with Eyelid Surgery.

It’s often said: “The eyes are the most engaging & colorful attraction of the face & inviting eyes are essential to a youthful look.”

How People Benefit from Blepharoplasty

• Blepharoplasty eliminates loose or sagging eye area skin
• Blepharoplasty can improve eyelid symmetry
• Blepharoplasty reduces puffiness of upper/lower eyelids
• Blepharoplasty restores natural upper eyelid contour
• Blepharoplasty reduces under-eye bags & droopiness
• Blepharoplasty corrects & tightens lower eyelid skin
• Blepharoplasty removes fat that causes puffiness
• Blepharoplasty results in a more rested, youthful appearance
• Blepharoplasty is often done with other age erasing procedures

Good Candidates for Eyelid Surgery

Are you concerned about any of these problems?

• Loose sagging skin around the eyes
• Excess upper eyelid skin that impairs your vision
• Puffy upper and lower eyelids
• Fatty deposits below the eyes becoming more prominent
• Sagging around the corners of the eyes
• Looking older than you feel
• Strong desire to correct these issues & restore youthfulness to the eye area

If you answered yes to one or more of these, you could be an ideal candidate for Dr. Rudderman’s Eyelid surgery. You should be in good general health and capable of realistic goals and expectations.

Your Consultation

Dr. Rudderman believes the consultation is critical for you and him. You will discuss your concerns, your options, family history, goals for now and in the future, lifestyle, facial anatomy and much more. From the consultation evolves a sense of trust, respect, mutual understanding, and a correctly personalized treatment plan.

After your first consultation with Dr. Rudderman, you will realize that there truly is a difference in how surgeons approach their profession. For Dr. Rudderman that difference means understanding your desires and goals while providing a level of service that places safety and comfort alongside predictable & pleasing outcomes.

Contact us at 678.566.7200 to meet with Dr. Rudderman in our Alpharetta or Midtown Atlanta offices.

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This article was written by Dr. Randy Rudderman, who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1994). He practices medicine at his offices in Alpharetta and Atlanta.
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