Eyelid Surgery for Men
According to 2018 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), an eyelift was the second most popular surgical procedure among men. In 2018, 31,494 men underwent cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). That means that 15 percent of all eyelid surgeries in 2018 were performed on men.
Numerous men in the Philadelphia, PA area come to Dr. Christopher Hove with questions about eyelid surgery. Let’s discuss the benefits of eyelid surgery for men, and why it may be the right facial rejuvenation procedure for you and your needs.
About Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Cosmetic eyelid surgery is a facial rejuvenation procedure that can be performed on the upper eyelid or the lower eyelid. When perfumed on the upper eyelid, eyelid surgery can reduce sagging and drooping; on the lower eyelid, the procedure reduces bagginess and puffiness.
Whether performed on the upper or lower eyelid, blepharoplasty can lead to dramatic anti-aging results. Patients look younger and more refreshed.
How Men Can Benefit from Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Men may want to preserve certain lines and wrinkles because they help add an air of experience or sophistication to their facial features. A little sense of age is great for a lot of men. However, drooping eyelids and puffy eyes are never a good thing.
This is why many men have come to our Philadelphia plastic surgery center to undergo eyelift surgery. Just a subtle adjustment of the eyelids can work wonders for the overall look of your face.
Good Candidates for Eyelid Surgery
Good candidates for eyelid surgery are men who have drooping eyelids or bags under their eyes. They should be in good overall health and able to undergo a relatively minor facial cosmetic surgery without a serious risk to wellness.
If you have drooping upper eyelids that block out part of your field of vision, upper eyelid surgery can be helpful for improving your looks and enhancing your eyesight. In some cases of eyelids impacting vision, the eyelid surgery could be covered by your health insurance as a medical necessity. Be sure to check with your doctor and insurance provider.
During the consultation process, we can go over the risks and benefits of surgery and suggest alternatives if eyelid surgery is not an ideal treatment option.
Are Eyelid Surgery Scars Noticeable?
Generally, no. We take great care in concealing the incision locations in natural curves and folds around the eye. For upper eyelid surgery, the incision is concealed along the natural crease/fold of the eyelid. For lower eyelid surgery, the incision is concealed beneath the eyelash area.
If patients are concerned about major scarring from the eyelid surgery, we can determine a different method of surgery or suggest alternatives that will not risk scarring issues.
The Results of Eyelid Surgery
The results of eyelid surgery can be dramatic. Patients have much younger-looking faces thanks to minor adjustments to the eye area. If you’ve undergone eyelid surgery to reduce blocked vision, the procedure can lead to dramatic improvements in your vision.
Contact the Hove Center for Facial Plastic Surgery
If you live in the Philadelphia area and would like more information about facial cosmetic surgery techniques, be sure to contact a board-certified plastic surgeon. You can schedule a consultation by phone at (610) 647-3727.
