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The primary use of blepharoplasty is for improving the cosmetic appearance of the eyes. In some older patients, however, sagging and excess skin surrounding the eyes can be so extensive that it limits the range of vision.

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What is the purpose of cosmetic blepharoplasty?

Cosmetic blepharoplasty is the act of surgery on the eyelids. This is usually undertaken to improve the appearance of skin on the upper and lower eyelids sometimes to remove wrinkles and sometimes to remove damaged skin.


What is cpt code for blepharoplasty of left upper eyelid due to ptosis?

15822 - blepharoplasty, upper eyelid


What are the dangers of Blepharoplasty?

There could be some complications of blepharoplasty that are not doctor related. Some of them include infection and bad reactions to anesthesia.


Is the surgical reduction of the upper and lower eyelids by removing execess fat skin and muscle?

Blepharoplasty is the medical term meaning surgical repair of the eyelid.


What is the recovery time for a blepharoplasty procedure?

Healing time after blepharoplasty is a process that can vary by patient and the extent of the eyelid surgery performed. Patients will go through different stages of recovery at different rates during the healing time after blepharoplasty. Healing time after blepharoplasty depends on a patient's physical health, their response to surgery, and rate of recovery, the quality of a patient's after care, and whether or not any complications are experienced.


What is laser blepharoplasty good for?

Laser blepharoplasty is traditionally used to remove bags from under the eyes. However it has mixed results so it is difficult to say if it is "good" for anything.


What common caveat is issued to people considering blepharoplasty?

although blepharoplasty can improve the appearance of the eyelid, other procedures, such as a chemical peel, will be necessary to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the eye


What countries are good places to look for a blepharoplasty surgeon?

There are many countries that are good places to look for a blepharoplasty surgeon. Examples would include United States, China, Brazil, India, and Mexico.


What kind of cosmetic surgery is commonly known as a lid lift?

Blepharoplasty


What is the aim of blepharoplasty?

to provide a more youthful appearance and/or improve eyesight.


What is the length of training for blepharoplasty surgeons?

The length of training and education it takes to become a blepharoplasty surgeon can vary. It typically takes a PHD from any medical school along with some internship to become one.


What type of surgery is upper eyelid blepharoplasty?

The surgery known as Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty is a surgery that is conducted on the upper eyelid in an attempt to make the upper eyelid more appealing to the individual. There is also a surgery for the lower eyelid as well called Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty. This surgery is done to make the lower eyelid more appealing to the individual as well.