Blepharoplasty in Central PA

If excess, hanging skin on your upper or lower eyelid is obstructing your vision and reducing your overall field of sight, the board-certified ophthalmologists at The Eye Center of Central PA can address your issue and improve your sight by performing blepharoplasty. Also called eyelid surgery (or an eyelid lift in cosmetic contexts), this procedure works by removing sagging skin on the upper or lower eyelid and lifting the remaining tissue to produce a more youthful appearance and improve your range of vision. Our office often offers this surgery as a solution for some eye conditions, including blepharochalasis and dermatochalasis, which may lead the skin near the eyes to sag or bulge. Blepharoplasty can dramatically improve both your field of vision and overall appearance since the extra skin getting in the way of your eyes will be removed. To learn more about the many benefits of eyelid surgery, contact one of our offices throughout Central PA and schedule your consultation.

Blepharoplasty is often performed for both men and women who have excess skin either on the upper eyelid, under the eye, or around both lids. When this sagging skin begins to obscure vision and negatively impact your sight, our ophthalmologists may recommend an eyelid surgery to remove this sagging tissue, improving your field of vision and creating a younger-looking appearance. This treatment may also treat under-eye bags and correct certain functional problems that may keep individuals from enjoying their best life. To determine if you could be a candidate for this life-changing procedure, get in touch with one of our offices throughout Central PA and schedule your consultation.

The Eye Center of Central PA conducts all of our surgeries, including oculoplastic surgery, such as blepharoplasty, at our Allenwood surgical facility, which holds accreditation with the AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care). The anesthesia chosen will depend on the nature of your surgery and will be administered by our on-site, board-certified anesthesiologist. Eyelid surgery can be performed for the top eyelid, the bottom, or both. Whichever technique is chosen, excess skin will be delicately removed via a discreet incision. The remaining tissue is then lifted to produce a smoother, more natural appearance. Individuals often notice an immediate improvement both with their vision and overall appearance. The majority of our patients enjoy the added benefit of acquiring a more youthful appearance. We also perform levator resection for some instances of ptosis repair.

After your treatment, you will be released to recover at home. During this time, you can use cold compresses to ease any post-op pain or discomfort and decrease swelling and bruising. Blepharoplasty produces long-lasting results; however, your outcomes will not be permanent because the natural aging process will continue, even though you had surgery. Before you leave our surgical center, a member of our team will schedule your future check-in appointments and provide you with detailed aftercare instructions. You should make sure to follow these tips carefully to ensure proper healing and minimize your risk of developing an infection.

If you're one of the many people who experience vision difficulties because of excess hanging skin that obscures your sight and makes you appear older than you are, you may qualify to receive an eyelid lift. Call The Eye Center of Central PA to speak to a member of our team, and find out if this procedure could be ideal for you and your needs. Our skilled team of ophthalmologists looks forward to meeting with you and helping you achieve better vision.