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Eyelid Surgery - Blepharoplasty

Birmingham, Alabama

More than any other facial feature, your eyes reveal the most about how you feel. When your eyes are bright and alert, you appear energized, well-rested, and in control. However, if you have lower eyelid puffiness, dark circles or drooping upper lids, others may assume that you are fatigued, angry or unhappy.

If you believe that your eyes are making you look tired, sad, or older than you really feel, cosmetic eyelid surgery also called blepharoplasty, may be the right choice for you. Eyelid surgery can remove the excess fat and drooping skin of the upper eyelids, minimize bags under the eyes and tighten the lower eyelid skin. The results is a more alert and rested appearance.

You'll find basic information about cosmetic eyelid surgery on this page. However, the best way to get complete answers to specific questions that relate to your individual needs is to make an appointment with Dr. Core, a certified plastic surgeon.

Eyelid surgery is performed on men and women of all ages who want to improve their self-image. Most people have eyelid surgery to minimize the effects of aging. However, people in their 20's or 30's may also benefit from this procedure.

You may be a good candidate for eyelid surgery if you have any of the the following conditions:

• Upper Eyelids.
• Excess skin that hides the natural folds of the upper eyelids.
• Loose skin that hangs down from your upper eyelids.
• Puffiness in the upper eyelids that creates a tired look. Lower Eyelids
• Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelids.
• Puffy "bags" and, in some cases, dark circles.

 

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