Signs of aging often first present around the eyes, making you look older or more tired than you feel. If you are starting to notice these signs of aging, we offer a range of facial plastic surgery procedures to treat your brow and eyelids. If you believe your eyes can benefit from a quick refresh, we recommend patients in Mansfield schedule a consultation for a blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid lift.
Dr. Matthew H. Steele is a board-certified plastic surgeon who can perform a blepharoplasty to achieve younger-looking eyes, as well as a brow lift for optimal rejuvenation.
Signs of aging can make people feel self-conscious, so you may benefit from a blepharoplasty if you experience visible signs of aging around the eyes, including:
We recommend this procedure to healthy patients who do not have any significant ophthalmological conditions. To find out if you are the ideal candidate for a blepharoplasty, book an initial consultation with Dr. Steele.
Mansfield patients may wish to get a blepharoplasty on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. We will provide general anesthesia (or local anesthesia for isolated upper blepharoplasties) and eye protection during the procedure for your comfort.
Dr. Steele will create incisions along your natural eyelid creases to conceal resulting scars. In an upper eyelid surgery, he will make a strategic incision along the natural crease of the upper lid, and in a lower eyelid surgery, he makes this incision directly below the eyelashes. In both procedures, he removes excess skin and small pockets of fat while lifting and tightening what remains, making you look more alert. He will then use sutures to close the incisions, which take approximately a week to heal.
Though eyelid surgery typically takes no more than a couple of hours, you must take the entire day off for your procedure and have a trusted friend or relative drive you home.
When patients visit us for an eyelid lift, some of them may also need a brow lift at the same time to rejuvenate the entire eye region. Lifting the brow can enhance the eyelid lift and reduce a grumpy or angry look.
Are you a younger patient or only need a small touch-up instead of a full procedure? Ask us about using injectables like Botox® or Juvederm® to address minor signs of aging or crow’s feet, or PDO threads for a nonsurgical brow lift.
For most patients, it takes only a few days to recover from a blepharoplasty. During the first few days, you may notice some mild swelling and bruising—this is normal and expected, and can be treated with ice packs, ointments, and prescribed eye drops.
You can resume light activities a few days following your surgery, but should wait to resume significant physical activity (for example, gym workouts) for about 3 weeks. Our team will provide you with a full list of pre- and post-operative instructions to help you recover safely and comfortably from your surgery.
If you are experiencing cosmetic eye concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness, bags, or hooded eyelids, then an eyelid surgery may be an ideal option. Blepharoplasty and brow lifts are popular among Mansfield, TX patients looking to restore the youthfulness of their eyes, which naturally improves the appearance of their entire face.
We are a top destination for patients seeking medical expertise and exceptional client care. Connect with Dr. Steele today to book your consultation and learn more about our services.
