Dr. Thomas Kotoske talks about the benefits of eye lid surgery

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Cosmetic surgery of the eyelids (commonly referred to as blepharoplasty) can dramatically reverse the effects that aging has on this area of the face. Bags under the eyes, drooping eyebrows, and loose wrinkled skin can give a tired, sad, or angry expression to the entire face. The blepharoplasty operation is a very common cosmetic surgery procedure designed to remove excess baggy skin and fat around the upper and/or lower eyelids. In addition, it can help eliminate wrinkles in certain areas, and re-suspend sagging tissues around the eyes. The blepharoplasty operation is often combined with other procedures to rejuvenate or change the appearance of the face, forehead, chin, cheekbones, etc., and create a rested, more youthful appearance. This operation is one of the most requested procedures in the United States by men.

The operation is performed by making incisions within the natural creases of the upper and lower eyelids. By placing the incisions in these locations, healing occurs with virtually undetectable scars. The excess skin and any bulging fat is removed from selected areas, and the drooping skin and tissues from the cheek area can be lifted if needed at the same time. If necessary, a browlift procedure can be done at the same time to lift sagging eyebrows back to a normal, more attractive position.

Frequently, the lower eyelid incision can be made on the inside surface to remove bulging fat, and avoid a scar on the skin surface. The skin surface can then treated with laser or chemical peel to achieve the ultimate result.

The blepharoplasty operation, when done by itself, is usually done under local anesthesia with deep sedation. Under certain circumstances, or if combined with other procedures, it may be done under general anesthesia. Operating time is usually 1 - 2 hours. Surgery is done as an out-patient procedure, meaning you come in and go home the same day. After the operation, there is typically black and blue discoloration and swelling of the eyelids. These tend to resolve within the first 7 to 10 days. The stitches are removed within 5 to 7 days, and makeup can be applied after this. Most patients feel comfortable returning to work within 7 to 14 days

Complications after cosmetic eyelid surgery are rare, however, any surgical procedure has potential risks. These include bleeding, infection, scarring, excessive tearing, or outward turning of the lower eyelid after lower lid surgery.

Ask Dr. Kotoske if you are a candidate for blepharoplasty and see what changes are possible with this versatile and remarkable operation.

About Dr. Kotoske
Dr. Kotoske's current program, Body by Kotoske, can be seen on Sonoran Living, ABC-15 TV. He also has been a featured medical expert on CBS-5 TV performing the QuickLift; and NBC-12 TV demonstrating other treatment procedures. Dr. Kotoske is a national lecturer on topics in plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as an adjunct clinical professor at various medical schools. He has been recognized as "America's Top Physician" by the Consumers' Research Councils of America and named a "Top Doctor" by PHOENIX Magazine.

For further information on treatments for the face or body performed at the Cosmetic Surgery Institute or to view our actual patient's pre and post op photos which have not been retouched visit bodybykotoske.com  or call 623-516-2639.

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