Eyelid Surgery in Mountain View

Rediscover your youthful gaze and enhance your vision with expert eyelid surgery in Mountain View. Whether you’re looking to rejuvenate your appearance or improve functional issues with your eyelids, our tailored blepharoplasty procedures can help you achieve your goals and enhance quality of life. Don’t let droopy or sagging eyelids hold you back.

What is Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery, medically known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the eyelids. Surgery can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids, or both. The procedure involves removing or repositioning excess tissues such as skin and fat, and reinforcing surrounding muscles and tendons. Dr. Robert Lowen also performs transconjunctival lower lid fat removal, which is particularly useful for addressing under-eye bags without leaving visible scars.

Eyelid surgery can correct several issues, including drooping eyelids that may impair vision, puffy eyelids that create a tired appearance, and excess skin that disrupts the natural contour of the upper eyelid. By addressing these concerns, blepharoplasty can not only enhance cosmetic appearance but also improve peripheral vision, contributing to a more youthful and alert appearance.

Trans-conjunctival Lower Lid Fat Removal

This approach to the lower eyelid fat avoids interrupting the nerve branches that run through the orbicularis muscle, the muscle that closes the eye and rapid blinking. Cutting the nerves always occurs when the eyelid fat is approached from the skin side. The transconjunctival eyelid surgery approach goes through the inside of the lid, directly to the orbital fat.

This technique minimizes the risk of complications that can occur when operating through the lid from the outside. These complications include rounding of the corner of the eye, pull-down or eversion of the lid margin with subsequent tear film problems, or dry eye symptoms and loss of function of the specialized blink muscle located below the eyelashes.

Orbital fat serves a valuable function and is best preserved during the blepharoplasty procedure. Therefore, transconjunctival fat is only removed in selected eyelid surgery patients. Dr. Lowen emphasizes a conservative approach for best results.

Eyelid surgery is enhanced by adding structural fat grafting to the cheek and tear trough below the eye. This supports the lower lid and helps obscure the orbital fat that appears as fat bags. When indicated, skin of the lower lid is removed and the lower lid muscle is tightened to the orbital rim. This smoothes out the lower lid and pushes the fat bags back up into the orbit where they belong.

Eyelid Surgery Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidates for eyelid surgery are individuals who are in good health and have realistic expectations about the outcomes of the surgery. Candidates often seek the procedure to address age-related changes such as drooping eyelids, puffy bags under the eyes, and excess skin around the eyes that contribute to a tired or aged appearance.

Additionally, individuals experiencing functional problems due to obstructed vision caused by sagging eyelids may also benefit from this surgery. It is important for candidates to have healthy facial tissues and muscles and not have any medical conditions that could impair healing or increase the risk of surgery.

Cost of Surgery

The cost of eyelid surgery can vary widely, primarily depending on the extent of the procedure and whether it includes combination procedures with other cosmetic enhancements. At An Enhanced You, we provide a detailed pricing structure during the initial consultation to ensure you fully understand all associated costs.

Before & After Photos

We encourage prospective patients to view before and after photos of previous eyelid surgeries performed at Enhanced You. These images showcase the potential transformations and help set realistic expectations.

Schedule Your Consultation

Take the first step towards a rejuvenated appearance by scheduling your consultation at An Enhanced You. This initial meeting is your opportunity to discuss your aesthetic goals and concerns directly with Dr. Lowen, a specialist in blepharoplasty based in Mountain View. Together, you’ll explore tailored solutions that not only meet your needs but also enhance your natural features.

Eyelid Surgery FAQs

• Is eyelid surgery performed under local or general anesthesia?

  Most eyelid surgeries are performed under local anesthesia with sedation, but general anesthesia may be used for more complex cases.

• When will I be able to see the final results of eyelid surgery?

  While initial swelling and bruising subside within one to two weeks, the final results typically emerge after several months as the healing process completes.

• How long do the results of eyelid surgery last?

  The outcomes of eyelid surgery are long-lasting, though not immune to the effects of aging and lifestyle factors.

• Can eyelid surgery be combined with other cosmetic procedures?

  Yes, it’s common to combine eyelid surgery with other procedures such as brow lifts or facelifts to enhance the overall rejuvenation effect.

• How much does eyelid surgery typically cost, and is it covered by insurance?

  Costs vary, and while cosmetic eyelid surgery is not usually covered by insurance, procedures aimed at improving vision may be partially or fully covered.

• Are there any non-surgical alternatives to eyelid surgery for rejuvenating the eyes?

  Non-surgical alternatives include Botox, fillers, and laser treatments, which can improve the appearance of the eyes with less downtime.