Blepharoplasty in Irvine, CA
Revitalize your appearance with Blepharoplasty by Dr. Homer Hojjat in Irvine, CA. Our expert procedure can transform tired eyes, leaving you with a rejuvenated look that reflects your vitality.
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Benefits of Eyelid Surgery
Explore the numerous benefits of blepharoplasty, designed specifically for suitable candidates. This procedure effectively rejuvenates facial appearance, focusing on addressing early signs of aging around the eyes.
Eyelid Surgery
What is Blepharoplasty Surgery?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves trimming away excess skin from the eyelids. This helps reduce an aged appearance and rejuvenate the eyes. It also removes excess fat from the eye area and can involve tightening the muscles in the area for a firm and youthful appearance. The procedure aims to restore the natural contour of the eyelids, enhancing overall facial aesthetics.
If you’re considering blepharoplasty in Irvine, Dr. Hojjat is an experienced surgeon known for his expertise in this area. He ensures personalized care to achieve the best possible results for each patient.
Candidates for an Eyelid Lift
Eyelid surgery is chosen by individuals who are looking to address cosmetic concerns or functional impairments related to their eyelids. Here are the characteristics of a good candidate for this procedure:
- Presence of droopy eyelids or baggy lower eyelids, often seeking to correct a tired appearance or a worn-out look.
- Seeking cosmetic enhancement or vision improvement, suitable for those looking to enhance their facial aesthetics or improve vision obstructed by excess eyelid skin.
- Realistic expectations about the outcomes of the surgery, including enhancements in the appearance of eye bags and the overall facial look.
- Health considerations, include a thorough medical exam by the facial plastic surgeon to assess the candidate’s general health, ensuring they are fit for the surgery. This includes reviewing any chronic conditions and medications.
Your facial plastic surgeon will perform a medical exam before the surgery to ensure you’re healthy enough for the procedure. This exam will help in formulating a detailed surgical plan. They are also likely to ask you about any chronic medical conditions you have and any medications you take.
Blepharoplasty Methods
Explaining The Blepharoplasty Types
Two types of eyelid surgery can be performed: upper and lower. This eyelid procedure addresses drooping or sagging eyelids. Some blepharoplasty patients in Irvine choose to have an upper eyelid crease lift, some opt for a lower eyelid lift. In some cases, a combination of procedures is the best option. Blepharoplasty can significantly rejuvenate the appearance of the eyes, which often show the first signs of the natural aging process.
Upper Blepharoplasty
As you get older, the skin and muscles of the upper eyelids often lose their elasticity. It can begin to sag and droop, giving the eyelids a heavy appearance. This can lead to baggy eyelids that may affect your overall facial aesthetics.
Some people are born with an eyelid crease that naturally hangs low. Loose skin can block the eyes, obstructing a person’s vision, and cause visual impairment. This issue can be particularly problematic when the upper eyelid skin droops excessively.
Upper eyelid crease surgery focuses on tightening the upper lids, either to restore vision or to create a more youthful appearance. This procedure effectively addresses problems related to both appearance and function.
Lower Blepharoplasty
A layer of fat surrounds the eyes, helping to protect and cushion them. As a person gets older, the fat can shift and change position. The muscles in the eye area can weaken so that they no longer adequately support the fat. This shift can also contribute to the appearance of dark circles under the eyes.
This can cause the fat to shift into the area under the eyes, creating bulges commonly known as under-eye bags. The goal of lower blepharoplasty is usually to treat those under-eye bags, creating a more youthful look and a more rested appearance.
A lower eyelid lift can also smooth out wrinkled skin in the under-eye area and can make the eyes look more awake and alert.
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Procedure Gallery
Blepharoplasty Before and After Photos
* All patients are unique and individual results may vary.
Consultation
Consultation for Eyelid Surgery with Dr. Hojjat
If you are considering blepharoplasty in Irvine, scheduling an initial consultation with Dr. Hojjat, a skilled board-certified plastic surgeon, is essential. This consultation is a critical step where you can discuss your goals, learn about the procedure, and determine if it is suitable for you. Dr. Hojjat will review your medical history, examine your eye area, and explain how an eyelid crease lift can benefit you. They will assess whether upper, lower, or both eyelid procedures are appropriate to meet your expectations and achieve natural-looking results.
The consultation also provides an opportunity for you to ask questions about the surgical techniques, expected outcomes, financing options, and any other details concerning your customized treatment plan.
Eyelid Lift Procedure
How A Blepharoplasty It’s Done
An eyelid lift surgery is a precise procedure tailored to improve the appearance of your eyelids. Here’s how it’s typically conducted:
- Setting and Duration: Upper blepharoplasty is often performed in-office, while lower-lid surgeries are usually outpatient, allowing you to go home the same day.
- Anesthesia and Incisions: The surgery area is numbed before Dr. Hojjat makes incisions, the location of which varies depending on whether the surgery is on the upper or lower eyelids.
- Upper Eyelid Surgery: For upper eyelids, the incision is made in the natural creases, which helps conceal any scarring within the eye’s natural contours. This also allows precise adjustments to the eyelid muscles.
- Lower Eyelid Surgery: For lower eyelids, Dr. Hojjat makes a well-hidden incision either in the lower lash line or on the inside of the lid, ensuring no visible scars.
- Surgical Procedure: Excess skin is removed, or fat is repositioned based on the surgical goals. Dr. Hojjat may also use fractional laser skin resurfacing and other advanced techniques during the procedure to enhance the alert appearance of the eyes.
- Suture Closure: After the adjustments, the incisions are closed with sutures.
- Procedure Time: The duration of surgery can vary; a full blepharoplasty (both lids) typically takes about two hours, while a single-lid surgery takes around one hour.
- Operational Order: If both upper and lower lids are being addressed, Dr. Hojjat usually starts with the upper lids followed by the lower ones.
This structured approach ensures that each step of the blepharoplasty is carefully executed for optimal results and minimal visible scarring.
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Recovery After Blepharoplasty
Following a blepharoplasty, it’s important to plan for a recovery period to ensure proper healing and achieve the best results. Here are some guidelines you can expect during your recovery:
- Downtime and Work: You may need to take about a week off from work, depending on your job’s demands and your surgeon’s advice.
- Immediate Post-Operative Care: Your surgeon will likely apply an ointment to soothe the area and might provide a cold compress or ice packs to help reduce swelling. Pain relief medications will be prescribed to improve comfort.
- Sun Protection: It is advisable to wear large sunglasses with UV protection to shield your eyes and the surrounding skin from the sun and strong winds. This is crucial to prevent damage to the sensitized areas during the healing process.
- Activity Restrictions: Avoid strenuous activities and anything that might strain your eyes, such as reading, watching TV, or using other screens, especially in the first few days post-surgery.
- Physical Exertion: Refrain from physically demanding activities. Your surgeon will advise when it is safe to resume activities like working out or household cleaning.
- Use of Cosmetics: While you can apply ointments as recommended by your surgeon, you should wait two weeks before applying eye makeup again. Your surgeon will inform you when it is safe to start using other cosmetics.
Adhering to these guidelines will help ensure a smooth recovery and protect your surgical results.
Why Choose
Dr. Homer Hojjat
Dr. Hojjat completed a prestigious fellowship in Facelift and Cosmetic Facial Plastic Surgery at Premier Image in Atlanta and Emory University, where he participated in and performed hundreds of facial aging and complex rhinoplasty procedures.
Dr. Homer Hojjat is now double-board certified in facial plastic surgery. He brings a wide breadth of knowledge to modern cosmetic facial plastic surgery. He is a certified Head and Neck Surgeon by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
He is an expert in the intricate structures of the face and neck and he understands all aspects of facial aging in order to provide the most optimal solutions for his patients.
Risks
Side Effects and Risks of Eyelid Surgery
A blepharoplasty procedure offers aesthetic and functional benefits but comes with possible side effects and risks. Here are the key points to consider:
Temporary Side Effects
- Swelling and bruising around the eyes are common immediately after the surgery, usually resolving within a few weeks.
- Dry eyes may occur post-surgery, often manageable with lubricating eye drops.
- Patients might experience temporary blurred vision due to swelling or ointments used during surgery.
- Increased sensitivity to light can happen, necessitating the use of sunglasses for comfort.
Risks
- There is a risk of infection at the incision sites, requiring diligent post-operative care.
- Scarring is possible, although incisions are typically well-concealed.
- Asymmetry in healing between the eyelids may occur, sometimes necessitating further surgery.
- Rarely, changes in the ability to fully close the eyes or other eye functions can happen.
- Hematoma, or accumulation of blood under the skin, is a rare but serious complication.
- Permanent vision changes are rare but a potential risk of the surgery.
Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with specific experience in eyelid surgeries is crucial for minimizing risks and managing complications. Patients should have realistic expectations about the surgery’s outcomes and limitations.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Eyelid Surgery
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