Top Benefits of Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Eyes are often thought of as the soul’s window, but what if genes or time make our eyelids fall and cover that view? This is when we use blepharoplasty or upper eyelid surgery. Blepharoplasty, a common beauty treatment, makes eyelids look better by taking away extra skin and fat. It helps with loose or puffy lids too. The main goal of this surgery is not only to make you look better, as there are many amazing benefits of this procedure. Below are the benefits that come from upper eyelid blepharoplasty and how it can change your life in a good way.

Improved Vision

One of the major benefits of blepharoplasty is better sight. When someone has drooping extra skin or puffiness in their top eyelid, their vision can be disturbed and blocked. This makes it hard to do everyday things like reading or driving the car properly. In simple words, blepharoplasty takes away extra weight from the eyes. This makes it easier to see and do tasks because more space is opened up for vision.

Smoother Forehead

Have you noticed lines on your forehead that have gotten worse over time? This might happen because you always raise your eyebrows to see more clearly through thick eyelids. Blepharoplasty helps to lighten the weight of eyelids, doing away with forehead lifting that can lead to dynamic wrinkles, thus minimizing their appearance.

Clearer Facial Expressions

Your eyes are very important for how you show yourself to others and talk with them. Sometimes, heavy eyelids can make it seem like you’re sleepy, sad, or angry even if that’s not true. Fixing these worries with blepharoplasty can help your face reflect how you actually feel inside. This lets others see the real you.

Brighter Eyes

Tired or swollen eyelids can lessen the amount of light that gets to your eyes, making them look dull. Blepharoplasty, which takes out extra skin and fat, lets more light in your eyes. This makes them look brighter and happier.

Youthful Eye Shape

With time, the look of our eyes can alter. They may become more round and closer together horizontally. This is usually because the skin on your lower eyelid gets looser and fat pockets form. A lower eyelid lift can help remove the extra weight and bring back the almond shape of your eyes.

Preservation of Natural Features

Some Asian patients who are thinking about getting blepharoplasty worry that they might lose their natural skin folds or epicanthic folds. However, a skilled board-certified facial plastic surgeon can do the operation in such a way that keeps these features safe while fixing problems with heavy eyelids.

Relief From Migraines

Though mostly used for looks, blepharoplasty can help some people with migraines feel better. Studies have found that focusing on certain nerves during the operation can cause a big drop in how often and badly migraines happen.

Schedule a Consultation

Are you ready to see the world through brighter and more youthful eyes? Talk to Your Cosmetic Office (YCO) now and schedule a consultation with Dr. Mario Yco. During your consultation, we will answer any questions you have and develop a treatment plan just for you to get the results that you want. Use our online contact form to begin your journey toward brighter and more refreshed eyes with YCO.