Intro TO PROCEDURE
PROCEDURE SCHEDULE
Surgery
- Time: 30 mins -2 hours
- General Anesthesia or Local Anesthesia
Recovery
- May return to work next day
Restriction
- 2 weeks from heavy lifting and swimming
QUESTIONS?
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WHY UPPER EYELID BLEPHAROPLASTY?
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty is one of the most common procedures in cosmetic surgery both in the West and the East. The population of people who desire upper blepharoplasty varies in wide range of age.
For the older individuals, eye often is the tell-tale sign of aging. Combining forehead and brow sagging and skin loosening, excess skin develops hooding over the eyelid margin and in a severe case can block the superior vision. Upper eyelid blepharoplasty reverses the aged look by removing the excess skin and herniated fat and can improve the visual field.
In younger individuals, especially in the Asian population, the double fold on the upper eyelid is considered a sign of beauty. However, depending on the genetics and the country of origin, this double fold only occurs naturally in less than 50% of the population. In order to achieve this desired look, upper eyelid blepharoplasty is required to create the double fold. Also in the Asian population, congenital ptosis of upper eyelid is common and blepharoplasty can create the double fold and correct the droopy eyelid at the same time.
HOW IS IT DONE?
Many techniques are available. The two main categories are incisional and non-incisional blepharoplasty. Non-incisional procedure is more appropriate for younger individuals who do not have much excess skin and fat; whereas incisional blepharoplasty is often required for older patients with excess skin. The final decision should be individualized after discussing with a plastic surgeon.
SURGical approaches
Incision Technique for Upper Blepharoplasty
Suturing Technique for Upper Blepharoplasty
BEFORE & AFTERS
D, 57, Caucasian
D came in the clinic for desire for facial rejuvenation. She had a lot of excess skin dropping in the upper eyelid covering her eyes, sagging of the face and neck. Both upper and lower eyelid procedures were done at the same time with her face and neck lift.
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H, 25, Asian
H used to use eyelid tapes to create the double fold. The skin looses its elasticity after a while and she would like to have a more permanent solution. After a simple surgery, H no longer needs to use the tape anymore.
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R, 37, Asian
R is a 37 year old lady from Flushing. She had prominent single fold eyelids, brow asymmetry and a widen eye distance. Only double eyelid surgery was performed since she was not interested in correcting her brow position and having a medial canthoplasty.
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M, 40, Asian
M is a 40 year old lady from China. She had double eyelid when she was young but with aging her skin sagged and her double fold disappeared. Upper eyelid surgery was done to restore her double fold. Only local anesthesia was used and surgery was done within 30 minutes.
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S, 36, Caucasian
S had an upper blepharoplasty procedure done by another physician two years ago. But while she was healing from the surgery she fell and caused a depression on her left upper eyelid. This was corrected with a revisional upper blepharoplasty procedure under local. She is happy with her result. Notice the even contour on the left eye now.
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PATIENTS’ REVIEWS
D, 57, retired police officer, Queens, USA
“I feel very blessed and fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet such a talented young Doctor. I am a 57 year old female. In December 2014, I had a facial procedure done. My eyelids top & bottom and face were lifted. I am 100% satisfied with the results. People see me and they say I look 10 years younger. My confidence level is off the charts. I can’t say enough about Dr. William Lao. He was kind, considerate, compassionate and caring. We had open communication through emails & telephone calls. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Lao, considering I interviewed 8 different plastic surgeons. Dr. Lao, is a graduate of Johns Hopkins Medical School which is one of the finest institutions in the world. Dr. Lao I will be forever grateful. Thank you.”
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Every Procedure should be tailored to the individual. Come in for a consultation and find an approach unique for you.
OFFICE LOCATION/HOURS
905 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10021
Consultations Tuesday/Thursday 1 - 5 PM
TEL/iMessage/WhatsApp: +1-929-505-2060
