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Blepharoplasty,
Eyelid Ptosis, Ectropion and Entropion...
Ophthalmic plastic (aka oculoplastic)
surgeons, such as Dr. Lo, are trained in both plastic surgery
and ophthalmology. Dr. Lo is uniquely qualified and specially
trained in these advanced techniques to correct many disorders
around the eyelid area. The most common procedures include
blepharoplasty, eyelid ptosis repair, ectropion repair, and
entropion repair. Before and after
eyelid surgery photos
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty is the removal of excess tissue on the eyelid
(dermatochalasis). This excess tissue on the eyelid can
hang over the eyelashes and block vision. Patients will
compensate by raising their eyebrows, which can lead to
headaches by the end of the day. Insurance will cover
the removal of the upper eyelid tissue if it meets their
strict criteria. If it does not, then it is considered a
cosmetic procedure and insurance will not cover it.
Eyelid
Ptosis
Eyelid ptosis refers to the droopy position of the eyelid
and has nothing to do with excess skin on the eyelid (dermatochalasis).
Patients commonly confuse eyelid ptosis with dermatochalasis,
when they are separate problems. Eyelid ptosis commonly
occurs in the elderly, but can occur in children in rare
cases. When it occurs in the elderly, it usually is the
result of a separation of the deeper eyelid muscle from
its normal attachment site. If the condition is the result
of aging, a delicate eyelid procedure can be done to correct
the ptosis. Insurance will cover this procedure only if
the eyelid droop blocks vision. It is possible to have
eyelid ptosis without dermatochalasis or to have both conditions
present at the same time. In this case, a blepharoplasty
can be done in conjunction with the eyelid ptosis repair,
but the blepharoplasty portion is usually considered cosmetic.
Ectropion
Ectropion is the turning out of the eyelid. Causes include
aging, sun damage, tumors, burns, and excessive skin removal
during blepharoplasty. The patient feels extreme irritation,
redness, and tearing. If left alone, infections can occur
frequently. In most cases, the eyelid needs tightening
but in some cases, a skin graft will also be needed to help
reposition the eyelid. The condition is covered by insurance
and is corrected with a short procedure.
Entropion
Entropion is the turning in of the eyelid. Like ectropion,
aging is usually the main cause but trauma, and inflammatory
conditions can also be reasons for the condition. Because
the eyelid turns in, the eyelid and eyelashes rub on the
cornea, causing extreme discomfort and soreness of the
eye. A brief operation under local anesthesia is usually
sufficient to correct the problem. Insurance will cover this
reconstruction.
About Faces Cosmetic Surgery is located
in Tucson, Arizona. Our facility is renowned for its state
of the art cosmetic
surgery and reconstructive
surgery procedures. For more information or to schedule
a consultation, please contact us.
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