To understand how an upper eye lift or blepharoplasty is done, let’s look
at a patient’s left eye. In this photo the patient has closed her eye, and
we can see that a natural line exists about 8mm from the lashes.
This line, marked by the blue arrows, represents the natural crease or fold when
the eye opens and closes. This line, will serve as the lower edge for our incision
during blepharoplasty surgery.
Next, we mark the upper edge of the incision. This is done by estimating how much
excess skin needs to be removed during blepharoplasty surgery. This is shown by the green dots.
By connecting the lower and upper edges of this design, we have created the area of
extra skin that can be removed during blepharoplasty surgery. (This is highlighted by the yellow area).
After the skin has been removed, the upper edge of the skin is sutured with tiny transparent
suture to the lower edge; this preserves the natural eye fold and makes the incision
virtually invisible.
For the lower eyelid lift, the incision can be done on the skin underneath the eye,
or on the inside of the lid. The type of incision is planned according to each patient’s
needs. Regardless of where the incision is placed, both approaches leave an undetectable
incision.
To discuss blepharoplasty surgery with Dr. Siegel, schedule an appointment by calling TOLL FREE 1-866-920-3223 or by using our Contact Form.
"When I was considering blepharoplasty for myself and needing more
information and advice on the procedure, I decided to go see Dr. Siegel(located in Houston Texas).
Now, I am so glad that I made that choice! He listened patiently to all my
questions and answered them in a knowledgeable and thorough manner which
made me feel confident in his skills as a surgeon and reassured about his
approach to my surgery - which was to achieve better symmetry and a more
awake, less tired look to my eyes, while still maintaining my natural
ethnic
appearance. It was very important for me to have a doctor who clearly
understood my case and what my expectations were. I am very happy with the
results and very impressed by the care I have received from Dr. Siegel and
his staff. My experience has certainly been a positive one and I'd just
like
to say thank you Dr. Siegel!"
Facial Center for Plastic Surgery
Dr. Michel Siegel
Houston Plastic Surgeon and Cosmetic Surgeon
Double Board Certified
7700 San Felipe St., Suite 420 / Houston Texas, 77063
Call Toll Free: 1-866-920-FACE (3223)
To understand how an upper eye lift or blepharoplasty is done, let’s look
at a patient’s left eye. In this photo the patient has closed her eye, and
we can see that a natural line exists about 8mm from the lashes. 
This line, marked by the blue arrows, represents the natural crease or fold when
the eye opens and closes. This line, will serve as the lower edge for our incision
during blepharoplasty surgery.
Next, we mark the upper edge of the incision. This is done by estimating how much
excess skin needs to be removed during blepharoplasty surgery. This is shown by the green dots.
By connecting the lower and upper edges of this design, we have created the area of
extra skin that can be removed during blepharoplasty surgery. (This is highlighted by the yellow area).
After the skin has been removed, the upper edge of the skin is sutured with tiny transparent
suture to the lower edge; this preserves the natural eye fold and makes the incision
virtually invisible.
