Droopy eyelids, also known as eyelid ptosis, is a common issue that occurs with age as well as some medical conditions. Besides causing aesthetic issues, aging the face and making the person appear constantly tired, they can fall into the field of vision, causing problems with eyesight. Fortunately, there is a surgery that can help called an upper blepharoplasty. Read on to learn how to fix droopy eyelids.
What Causes Droopy Eyelids?
Droopy eyelids often occur with age, as the underlying musculature becomes worn out and skin loses its elasticity. Sometimes there are more serious causes for droopy eyelids, especially if you only have one droopy eyelid. It’s important to see a healthcare provider such as an ophthalmologist if your eyelids droop suddenly or you have only one that droops. A healthcare provider can determine the cause (whether muscular, nerve-related, or something else). If the cause is aging or another cause in which the drooping is expected to be permanent, plastic surgery can help.
How upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can fix droopy eyelids
For those wondering how to fix droopy eyelids, a blepharoplasty is often the way to go. Blepharoplasty procedures can be performed on either the upper eyelid, lower eyelid, or both. When it comes to saggy eyelids, an upper blepharoplasty can help rejuvenate the appearance by lifting the eyelid (which is why it’s sometimes referred to as an eyelid lift).
This procedure involves surgically removing some of the skin from the upper eyelid (as well as muscle and/or fat if necessary) and then stitching back the remaining skin so that the eyelid is shortened and no longer drapes over the eye. An upper blepharoplasty is an outpatient procedure and can be done under local anesthesia.
Is upper eyelid surgery covered by insurance?
If your droopy eyelids are affecting your vision, your insurance may cover the costs of an upper blepharoplasty in part or in full. This depends on the individual insurance policy you have and your benefits. Contact your insurance company directly to find out more information on whether this procedure is covered.
How long does an upper blepharoplasty last?
An upper blepharoplasty permanently gets rid of excess skin in the eyelids. However, with age, further sagging of the eyelids may occur and the underlying musculature of the eyelids may continue
If you are wondering how to fix droopy eyelids in the Los Angeles area, Dr. Edmund Fisher has years of extensive experience performing blepharoplasties to restore upper eyelids and unobstructed eyesight for his patients. Give our office a call by clicking the Contact Us tab above. You can also check out the blepharoplasty before and after photos on our site.
