What is it?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct drooping upper
eyelids and puffy bags below the
eyes by removing excess fat, skin and muscle.
Lower blepharoplasty, involves a below-the-lid
incision, primarily for fat removal. This may be performed with
or without the resection of external skin.
Upper blepharoplasty is performed with the resection
of skin and with or without the resection of muscle and fat beneath
the lid.
Either or both of these procedures are performed, depending on
the needs of the patient.
What does it help & not help?
Blepharoplasty helps with:
drooping eyelids
baggy eyelids
wrinkles
How long will it last? Blepharoplasty generally has long term results, lasting 10-15
years. Secondary surgery is not necessary in most cases.
Surgical Considerations Surgery is performed in an accredited outpatient surgery center
or hospital.
Dr. Vincent Iacono, M.D.
• Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery • Warwick,
RI 02886 • 401-738-8610
