Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Are drooping eyelids or persistent eye bags affecting your vision or appearance? Your eyes are one of the first features of the face a person will notice. If you have eye bags, wrinkled, drooping eyelids, and sagging eyebrows that give you a tired expression, don’t worry. Eyelid surgery in Orange County at Daniel Reichner, MD, FACS, can restore your refreshed look.
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What Is Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)?
Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, targets excess skin, fat, or muscle around the upper and lower eyelids. This surgical procedure improves aesthetics and function when droopy lids affect your sight. Whether you seek a subtle eyebag removal in Laguna Beach or a more comprehensive upper and lower eyelid surgery in Orange County, this treatment can make a marked difference in your facial harmony.
Cosmetic vs. Functional Eyelid Surgery
Clients undergo eyelid surgery to address cosmetic or functional needs (or sometimes both). Cosmetic blepharoplasty improves a person’s appearance, reversing signs of aging like sagging skin and fine wrinkles. This results in a more youthful look.
Functional blepharoplasty is performed for medical reasons. When drooping upper eyelids impair a person’s vision, loose skin is removed during functional eyelid surgery to lift the eyelids, resolving obscured vision.
Eyelid surgery usually takes a couple of hours. You can resume normal activity soon afterward, with no visible scar. Clients who chose this procedure are very pleased with their results, as it makes a huge impact, yet it is subtle enough that you will not look like you had surgery. You will look youthful and refreshed! Eyelid surgery can easily freshen your appearance with little pain and downtime!
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Eyelid surgery usually takes a couple of hours. You can resume normal activity soon afterward, with no visible scar. Clients who chose this procedure are very pleased with their results, as it makes a huge impact, yet it is subtle enough that you will not look like you had surgery. You will look youthful and refreshed! Eyelid surgery can easily freshen your appearance with little pain and downtime!
Types of Eyelid Surgery Offered by Dr. Reichner
There are two main types of eyelid surgery — upper blepharoplasty and lower blepharoplasty.
Upper eyelid surgery
Used to remove sagging skin, fine wrinkles, excess fat, and puffiness on the upper eyelids. This procedure can address upper eyelids that obscure a person’s field of vision. It involves a small incision in the natural crease at the top of the lid.
Lower eyelid surgery
Used to remove puffy bags under the eyes or sagging lower eyelid skin. When excess fat and skin are being removed, the transcutaneous incision is made at the lash line on the lower lid. When only excess fat is being removed/repositioned, the transconjunctival incision can be made inside the lid instead.
Ptosis repair
Eyelid ptosis (sagging) is a condition that occurs when weakened levator muscles cannot properly lift the upper eyelids. This results in drooping lids, which obscure a person’s vision. It can be caused by hereditary, congenital, or muscular-neurological disorders.
Ptosis repair is a type of eyelid surgery performed to shorten or tighten the muscle to ensure that it can properly open and lift the upper eyelid. It is a purely functional procedure. The details of this procedure depend on the severity and cause of the ptosis.
Eyelid Surgery Procedure Details
Eyelid surgery, performed under local sedation or general anesthesia, is typically an outpatient procedure lasting one to two hours. Incisions are hidden within natural creases or just below the lash line to reduce visible scarring. Fat repositioning or removal, and skin tightening help refresh the eye area. Detailed preoperative planning ensures the best aesthetic results for Newport Beach and Irvine clients.
Recovery and Results After Eyelid Surgery
Swelling and mild bruising generally improve within seven to ten days. Most clients can resume normal activities within two weeks. Final results from the eyelid surgery for our Irvine and the rest of Orange County clients are long-lasting, with eyes that look more open and rested.
Benefits of Blepharoplasty in Newport Beach
- Enhanced vision obstructed by sagging skin
- Reduced puffiness and under-eye bags in Laguna Beach residents
- More youthful and alert eye contour
- Minimal downtime with lasting improvement
Cost of Eyelid Surgery
The cost of eyelid surgery in Orange County varies based on the complexity, such as upper or lower surgery alone, or combined procedures. Dr. Reichner’s office offers detailed consultations to discuss pricing and financing options personalized to your needs.
Why Choose Dr. Reichner for Your Eyelid Surgery in Orange County?
Daniel Reichner, MD, FACS, is recognized as one of the best eyelid surgeons in Newport Beach. His extensive experience and precise surgical technique ensure natural-looking results with patient safety as a priority.
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Schedule Your Eyelid Surgery Consultation in Orange County
If you’re considering eyelid surgery in Orange County, CA, Dr. Daniel Reichner, MD, FACS, invites you to schedule a consultation. Discover personalized care that addresses your unique eye concerns with expertise and attention. Contact us today to book your consultation with Dr. Reichner.
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