Neha N. Patel, M.D. is an oculoplastic surgeon who performs cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, lacrimal system, and orbit. The advantage of having a cosmetic or corrective eyelid surgery performed by an oculoplastic specialist is that the physician can perform a full medical eye evaluation and then determine how much correction with be tolerated without over-correcting the eyelids.

Blepharoplasty is a common procedure; excess skin and fatty tissue are removed from around the eyes. Drooping eyebrows can also be corrected at the same time.

Why Is Blepharoplasty Performed?

Blepharoplasty can be done to improve both visual function
and cosmetic appearance. Excessive upper eyelid tissue can block the upper field of vision. Correction of overhanging skin folds will improve the function of the upper eyelid and
peripheral vision. Even if vision is not affected, blepharoplasty may be performed to improve a sagging, tired appearance.

What Symptoms Indicated Blepharoplasty Is Needed?

In addition to changes in appearance anda limited field of vision, excess eyelid tissue can also cause physical discomfort. The weight of the excess eyelid tissue may cause brow ache and fatigue. In some cases, excess skin may cause the eyelashes to turn in and irritate the eye.

What Is Botox®? How Is It Used?

The purpose of Botox® treatment is to relax the facial muscles causing a wrinkling between the eyebrows, upper nose, and around the eyes. Botox® is a highly purified solution of a motor nerve blocking agent. It is approved by the FDA and has been used for nearly 20 years for treatment of patients who suffer spasm of the upper eyelid muscled. By carefully injecting minute amounts of Botox® directly into the overactive facial muscle, a temporary relaxation of the muscle is achieved. The long history of safety and effectiveness of Botox® makes it a very useful adjunct for treatment of facial wrinkles.