Blepharoplasty in Plano

If you’re interested in tightening loose skin, fine lines, wrinkles, or bags from your lower eyelids, then Dr. Barton will start by making an incision just below your lower eyelash line. Next, she will remove and redistribute excess fat. Lower eyelid surgery doesn’t require removal of excess skin.

Another technique Dr. Barton may use is transconjunctival blepharoplasty. This involves making an incision inside the lower eyelid, so the small scars are easier to conceal.

Although this is mostly a cosmetic procedure, we can improve your vision with a blepharoplasty in Plano, making it a functional surgery as well.

Aging causes your muscles to weaken and your skin to lose elasticity. This results in sagging or hooding over your eyes, which can obstruct your field of vision.

Dr. Barton understands the functional benefits of a blepharoplasty but still takes an artistic approach to this surgery. While she repositions the underlying muscle and skin to restore a youthful look, she also improves your vision.

Scars from a blepharoplasty shouldn’t be noticeable, as Dr. Barton makes them in the natural creases of your upper eyelids. When your eyes are open, your incisions will be concealed and only slightly visible when they are closed.

For lower eyelid treatment, the incisions will carefully be made along your lash lines or inside your eyelids where scarring is minimal and fades or is not visible at all. Together, you and Dr. Barton will discuss which incision option wil work best for you.

The duration of your results depends on whether you receive a lower eyelid or upper eyelid blepharoplasty in Plano.

Lower eyelid results usually last a lifetime and rarely require additional procedures.

Upper eyelid results are long-lasting, usually up to 10 years. While this surgery significantly delays aging around your eyes, nothing can prevent it. To prolong these results, we suggest maintaining a good skincare routine and adopting healthy lifestyle habits to keep your skin and body in optimal shape.

The appearance of dark circles can result from the hollowing that happens with age or pigmentation.

An eyelid surgery addresses the diminishing of the fat pads below the eyes. Dr. Barton repositions the surrounding tissue and fat to fill in the hollow areas. This will give you a more awake and refreshed look.

Pigmentation, on the other hand, cannot be targeted with surgery. Dark circles often appear due to lifestyle choices, allergies, or genetics. We may refer you to our dermatology and aesthetics practices for treatment, products, and lifestyle guidance to brighten your under-eyes.

You are a good candidate for a blepharoplasty in Plano if you are at least 30 years of age, in good health, and have no other eye conditions. During your consultation, we will review your medical history and determine if this surgery is for you.

With your safety as our top priority, we will determine you are not a good candidate for a blepharoplasty in Plano if you have the following conditions:

• Dry Eyes
• Eye disease
• Thyroid disorder
• High blood pressure
• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes

The goal of this surgery is to improve your overall quality of life. Receiving a blepharoplasty with any of the above conditions could lead to eye irritation or put your health at risk, negatively impacting your quality of life.

Before your blepharoplasty, we ask that you follow these instructions:

• Quit smoking at least 4 weeks prior to surgery.
• Avoid blood-thinning medications like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium for at least 2 weeks.
• Arrange for a ride to pick you up after your surgery.

We will give you more detailed instructions in person during your consultation and answer any questions you may have.

During the first week, swelling, bruising, irritation, dry eyes, and discomfort are common. You can manage these symptoms with medications approved by Dr. Barton. We also suggest placing a cold compress lightly on the treatment area and applying antibiotic ointment to your sutures.

When sleeping or lying down, keep your head elevated. This helps reduce swelling.

You should also avoid the following for at least 1 to 2 weeks:

• Strenuous activity
• Smoking
• Rubbing your eyes
• Wearing contact lenses
• Taking blood-thinning medications or herbal supplements

Following these instructions will have a significant impact on the outcome of your surgery. Most people feel comfortable enough to return to work and their daily activities after 7 days, but that timeline varies depending on your career and how much strain you put on your eyes. Dr. Barton will give you more personalized instructions during your consultation when she learns more about your lifestyle.

We recommend waiting at least 2 weeks before applying makeup. This will allow the eye area time to heal and reduce your risk of infection from makeup tools and products.

An eyelid lift focuses on the skin around your eyes, addressing hooding, sagging, puffiness, and dark hollows.

A brow lift can also treat excess skin and sagging around your eyes, but not nearly as much as a blepharoplasty. The most significant improvements from this surgery are above the eyebrow and target wrinkles on your forehead and drooping eyebrows.

Both surgeries, performed by Dr. Barton, result in a more youthful appearance. During your consultation, we can discuss a brow lift either in addition to, or instead of, your blepharoplasty in Plano.