Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Toledo, OH | John F. Zavell, MD, FACS

Understanding Blepharoplasty

Over time, the skin around your eyes loses elasticity. The area around the eyes is one of the first to show signs of aging. Blepharoplasty reshapes droopy or puffy eyelids, providing a more youthful look and better peripheral vision.

What is Blepharoplasty?

Eyelids begin to droop with age, making you appear older and tired. In some cases, sagging eyelids can obstruct vision. Also known as eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty tightens the area around your eyes by removing excess skin and fat pockets from upper and lower eyelids.

Upper Eyelid Procedure

An upper eyelid blepharoplasty addresses sagging upper eyelids that can make you look tired or limit your field of vision. The procedure involves:

• General anesthesia and IV sedation for patient comfort
• Incision along the eyelid crease
• Trimming excess skin and tightening remaining tissue
• Closing incision with ultra-fine sutures to minimize scarring

Lower Eyelid Procedure

A lower eyelid blepharoplasty addresses under-eye bags by removing fat deposits that create a sunken or aged appearance. Techniques include:

• Incisions inside or outside the eyelid
• Removal or redistribution of fat deposits
• Correction of sagging skin

Blepharoplasty Candidacy

The best candidates for blepharoplasty:

• Maintain good overall health
• Have excess skin or fat in upper or lower eyelids
• Are non-smokers or willing to quit
• Have realistic expectations about results

Benefits and Considerations

Eyelid surgery offers both cosmetic and functional benefits, including:

• Boosted confidence
• Improved peripheral vision
• Reduced signs of aging
• Refreshed appearance

Recovery and Results

Dr. Zavell uses precise techniques, allowing patients to recover in as little as two weeks. Most side effects like bruising and swelling subside quickly, with patients typically returning to work in approximately 10 days.

Why Choose Dr. Zavell

Dr. Zavell is a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience. He is a member of prestigious medical societies and uses advanced techniques to provide natural-looking, personalized results.

For more information about Blepharoplasty in Toledo, OH, submit an enquiry to John F. Zavell, MD, FACS.