Phone: Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Disclaimer: Information on this page is not a substitute for medical consultation or advice. Please contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss the best treatments for you Types Of Eyelid Surgery

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery is also known as blepharoplasty. To enhance the skin’s appearance around the eye, surgery is performed on either the lower or upper eyelid. This cosmetic surgery also enhances baggy skin under the eyes, sinking upper eyelids, or eye lashes that droop and impair vision.blepharoplasty

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Types Of Eyelid Surgery In order to enhance the appearance of eyelids there are two types of surgery as discussed below: Lower Eyelid Surgery Upper Eyelid Surgery

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Lower Eyelid Surgery Helps in removing the puffiness located in the lower eyelid area. It is known as "eye bags" and they appear under the eye region.

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Lower Eyelid Surgery The cause of such excess skin and accumulation of excess fat may be an outcome of various factors, one of them being aging. A person appears tired, older and fatigued if there is accumulation of fat and skin in the area around the eyes. This surgery serves to regain your alert and youthful appearance.

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Upper Eyelid Surgery Two common types of problem areas can be corrected by this surgery: Upper eyelid hooding: Improves the area where the excess skin affects the upper eyelid. Puffiness in the inner corner and middle of the upper eyelid.

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Eyelid Surgery The heriniation of fat mainly causes this problem. This kind of surgery can improve the overall look and also prevent eye-sight problems.

Dr. John F. Farella, M.D., FACS Recovery Time After the surgery there can be temporary blurred vision, tightness around the eyes, discomfort, bruising, and swelling (these symptoms vary among individuals). Within the first week, stitches are removed. After two weeks, non- strenuous exercise may be resumed, and you may wear contact lenses if needed. The final result will be apparent by about one year.

Phone: Dr. John Farella, M.D., FACS John F. Farella, M.D., F.A.C.S., has extensive training in the most advanced plastic surgery. Dr. Farella carefully explains procedures with their possible complications, as well as the expected recovery period.

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