Blepharoplasty (Asian Eyes) Questions and Answers

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I have wrinkles and bags below my eyes beyond my years. I had corneal ulcers and dry eye syndrom which caused me to constantly tug at my eyes. The skin under my eyes and eyelids is very loose. I would like to correct the situation. I am willing to undergo surgery or other treatment. could you please advise what is safe and effective and what kind of results I can expect. Thank you.

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Carol, You are a candidate for lower eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). It is very important that it be done in such a way that lids are supported upward in anyone that has a tendency to dry eye syndrome. I suggest you see a board certified plastic surgeon in order to determine your individual needs. David M. Metzner, MD

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I think I am getting bags under my eyes. What is the easiest and least painful way of getting rid of it. And how much is all of that going to cost me?

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The treatment for eyelid bags is a surgical procedure known as blepharoplasty. There is usually little pain. Fees vary. I suggest you consult with a board certified Plastic Surgeon. David M. Metzner, MD

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what procedures can be done for dark circles under the eyes?

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Dear Jennifer, There are basically three possible combination of components to black circles. One is pigment which can readily be remove with the use of pigment removing lasers. The second, is true bags which require blepharoplasty for treatment. The third is the presence of an actual skeletal groove (nasojugal groove) which some people have at the inner corner of the eye and extending down the medial (inner side) of the cheek proper. This can be filled with either your own tissue (fat) or an implant. I would suggest that you visit with a cosmetic plastic surgeon in order to see which components need to be addressed to correct your problem.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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how do you remove bags beneath the eyes

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Dear Paul, The bags are removed through a procedure called lower eyelid blepharoplasty where the fat that is spilling over the rim of the orbit (where your eye sits) is removed, the ligaments holding the lower eyelid in place are tightened and the excess skin is removed either directly or tightened with laser resurfacing.

Gregory Caputy, MD, Chief Surgeon
Honolulu, HI

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Hi, I am 40 years old and have hereditory 'puffy' eyebags which are not always evident. If I do decide to have a blepharoplasty (assuming I have to be 'cut' from the outside - where would the incisions be placed and how 'large' would these have to be....by that I mean, how far from the outer edge of my eyes would they extend?

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If the only problem is related to excessive fat, then the incisions can be placed on the inside of your lower eyelid and there will be no visible scarring. Whether you are a candidate for this procedure or not can be determined only by having a consultation with a plastic surgeon. Dennis P. Thompson, M.D.

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