Brighter, more rested eyes and a clearer view
Heavy, sagging, or puffy eyelids can make you look tired and, in some cases, get in the way of your vision. At Hauw Han, MD in West Chester, OH , board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Hauw T Han, MD, performs eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) on an outpatient basis. Schedule a consultation online or call (513) 755-8115 to find out whether you are a good candidate.
Request an AppointmentWhat is eyelid surgery?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of your upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. By removing excess skin, fat, and muscle, it refreshes the area around your eyes so you look younger, healthier, and more alert.
What conditions can benefit from eyelid surgery?
Dr. Han uses blepharoplasty to address a range of concerns around the eyes, including:
- Loose or sagging skin around the eyelids
- Excess fat deposits that cause puffiness in the upper eyelids
- Bags under the eyes
- Drooping lower eyelids
You may also benefit if you have excess wrinkles or fine lines beneath your lower eyelids. If your concerns extend beyond the eyes, Dr. Han may also talk with you about a facelift as part of your overall plan.
Who is a good candidate for eyelid surgery?
To decide whether blepharoplasty is right for you, Dr. Han examines your upper and lower eyelids and the surrounding skin. You are likely to benefit if you are in good physical health, do not smoke, and have a positive outlook and specific goals for treatment.
Let Dr. Han know if you have glaucoma, dry eye, or a detached retina. You should also tell him about chronic health conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes. These conditions do not necessarily rule out eyelid surgery, but they may increase your risk of complications.
What does eyelid surgery involve?
If you qualify, Dr. Han performs the procedure on-site in his accredited surgical suite. After giving you anesthesia to keep you comfortable, he makes an incision in the upper eyelid, the lower eyelid, or both. The number of incisions depends on what is being treated.
Once the incisions are made, Dr. Han removes excess skin, fat, and muscle from around the eye. He then closes the incisions with tiny sutures, leaving your eyelids with a more youthful and natural appearance.
What is recovery like following eyelid surgery?
After your procedure, Dr. Han applies a lubricating ointment or a cold compress and may loosely cover your eyes with gauze. He prescribes oral and topical medication and sends you home with a list of recovery instructions.
To support healing, keep these steps in mind:
- Apply topical ointments to the surgical sites each day as recommended
- Take your antibiotics as prescribed
- Attend all follow-up appointments
- Protect your eyelids from abrasion, excessive force, and motion while they heal
Eyelid surgery questions, answered
What is the difference between upper and lower blepharoplasty?
Upper blepharoplasty addresses loose skin and fat deposits that cause puffiness or heaviness in the upper eyelids. Lower blepharoplasty targets bags under the eyes, drooping lower eyelids, and wrinkles or fine lines beneath the lower lids. Dr. Han can treat one or both areas depending on your goals.
Where is eyelid surgery performed?
Dr. Han performs eyelid surgery on an outpatient basis in his accredited surgical suite at his West Chester, Ohio, office. You receive anesthesia for comfort and go home after the procedure with detailed recovery instructions.
Who should not have eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery is best suited to people who are in good physical health, do not smoke, and have realistic goals. Conditions such as glaucoma, dry eye, a detached retina, heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes do not automatically disqualify you, but they can raise the risk of complications, so be sure to tell Dr. Han about them.
What happens right after the procedure?
Dr. Han applies a lubricating ointment or cold compress and may loosely cover your eyes with gauze. He prescribes oral and topical medication and gives you written recovery instructions to follow at home.
How do I care for my eyelids while they heal?
Apply your topical ointment daily as directed, take your antibiotics, and protect the surgical sites from abrasion, excessive force, and motion. Attending every follow-up appointment lets Dr. Han monitor your healing.
Can drooping eyelids affect my vision?
Yes. When excess upper eyelid skin sags far enough, it can interfere with your field of vision. Blepharoplasty can remove that excess skin, and Dr. Han can evaluate your eyelids at a consultation to talk about your options.
How do I schedule an eyelid surgery consultation in West Chester?
You can book an appointment using the online scheduling tool or call the office at (513) 755-8115. Dr. Han will examine your eyelids, review your health history, and discuss whether blepharoplasty is right for you.
Ready to refresh the look of your eyes?
Request a consultation with Dr. Han to see if eyelid surgery is right for you. Book online or call (513) 755-8115 today. You can also review forms and financing information before your visit.