Blog posts in category "Eyelid Lift"
Eyelid Lift Surgery - What are the Benefits?
Aug
There are many benefits to getting a lower eyelid lift, a.k.a a blepharoplasty. San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. Roy Kim explains the “eye opening” possibilities.
Bay Area Lower Eyelid Lift Question Answered!
Jun
Bay Area plastic surgeon Dr. Roy Kim answers a patient's questions about a lower eyelid lift.
Non-Surgical and Surgical Options for Your Face
Feb
How a Plastic Surgery Face Lift Can Help You Look More Youthful and Vigorous
Gone are the days of plastic surgery face lifts that made patients look like they had just taken a ride in a convertible F-16 fighter jet. When people think feel nervous or anxious about how they will look after facelift surgery, they usually have a mental picture of a “bad” celebrity facelift. Think Kenny Rogers, Rupert Everett, Joan Rivers, Donatella Versace, etc. What most patients don’t realize is just how many celebrities have had great face lifts. That’s because the results are natural and leave them looking amazing instead of….well, weird.
Before considering a plastic surgery facelift, it’s important to find a facial plastic surgeon that specializes in facelift surgery and the newest face lift techniques. I can create a customized plan for you, including alternatives to a traditional plastic surgery face lift such as a “weekend facelift” or a “mini-lift” (keep reading to see if you might be a good candidate for these less invasive procedures).
Most patients will need a combination of treatments, but the following list might help you understand which treatments will .
Common symptoms of aging and which cosmetic treatments might best treat them:
Symptom: Forehead wrinkles
Treatment: Botox
Symptom: Wrinkles between the eyebrows, also called glabella lines
Treatment: Botox
Symptom: Cheeks not as full, fat that used to be on the cheek slides down the face
Treatment: Dermal filler, fat grafting and/or face lift depending on severity
Symptom: Jowling or loose skin along the jawline
Treatment: Neck lift and/or liposuction
Symptom: Hollow looking eyes
Treatment: Dermal filler, fat grafting and/or face lift depending on severity
Symptom: Eyebrow position too low
Treatment: Eye lift, also known as brow lift
Symptom: Loose skin in the upper and lower eyelid areas
Treatment: Eye lift, often in combination with a full face lift
Symptom: Loose skin around the neck
Treatment: Neck lift
Symptom: Double chin, extra fat under the chin
Treatment: Liposuction
Symptom: Deep nasolabial folds, the lines running from the corners of the nose to the corners of the mouth (also called smile lines or parentheses)
Treatment: Dermal filler, fat grafting and/or face lift
Symptom: Sun damage, dark spots and sun spots on the skin or melsasma (dark skin blotching) from pregnancy
Treatment: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), chemical peels, laser resurfacing
When to consider a “weekend” face lift? And At what Age?
Keeping in mind that a “weekend” face lift is not really a face lift, you should consider it when you have no “major” signs of aging and will be happy with subtle results.
A weekend face lift, also known as a liquid face lift, is clever marketing to help convince some patients that dramatic results can be achieved with no scar, no recovery and no significant price tag. In reality, it is simply the use of non-surgical facial fillers, Botox and laser resurfacing to achieve a younger look. It can be a great alternative for those patients who are younger than 40-45 years of age, don’t have the resources for a traditional face lift, or don’t have the time for a 7-10 day recovery.
When to consider a mini face lift? And at what Age?
A mini face lift (not a real medical term, but rather a reference to the length of the incision) is a good option for patients who don’t have much loose skin and who don’t need a neck lift. It can usually be performed in an office or operating room without the need for general anesthesia, and it offers a quicker recovery time.
Unfortunately, most people are not candidates for a mini facelift. They usually have more skin than the procedure can accommodate, they also need a neck lift, or they need more adjustment to their SMAS (superficial musculo-aponeurotic system) than can be accomplished with a mini lift. Typical candidates are 45-55 years old.
When to consider a plastic surgery face lift? And at what Age?
If your skin needs tightened and your face requires more fullness in your cheek and eye areas or if your neck and chin are sagging, you should consider a plastic surgery face lift. If your symptoms can’t be significantly improved or have a long-lasting result with diet and exercise or less invasive procedures, you should consider a plastic surgery face lift. Typical face lift patients are 45-65 years old. The benefits of a plastic surgery face lift are many, but the biggest reward is a youthful and vigorous appearance that is natural and long-lasting.
Should you desire more information about my available services, or want to schedule an appointment, please contact my Patient Care Coordinator at info@drkim.com or (415)362-1846.
If you have any comments or questions, feel free to leave them below.
How Long Will the Results from an Eyelid Lift Last?
Dec
The results from an eyelid lift depend on how much surgery you undergo, as well as the overall tightness of your skin. Typically, an eyelid lift should last 7-15 years, and this is variable from person to person.
Do You Need An Eyelid Lift?
Dec
An eyelid lift is a procedure that can rejuvenate the upper and lower eyelids, so that you have tighter skin, reduction or elimination of bags under your eyes, and a more youthful appearance. Depending on your appearance, and whether you’re concerned about your upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, you may have various concerns addressed before getting an eyelid lift.
The most common finding that patients want eliminated is excess skin of the upper or lower eyelid. If you can pinch extra skin above or below your eye, but the shape of your eye does not change, then you may be a candidate for an eyelid lift.
Puffy eyes in the upper or lower eyelid may be a sign of excess fat in the fat pockets of the eyelids, and can be removed during an eyelid lift. Everyone has small fat deposits in the upper and lower eyelids, but as you get older, they may become more prominent and visible, resulting in circles, bags, or eyelids that droop and hood. While the skin is being tightened during an eyelid lift, your plastic surgeon can also remove this small amount of excess fat.
Circles under the eyes can also be addressed with an eyelid lift. Your eyelid fat may need to be removed or repositioned to reduce and eliminate the dark circles underneath your eyelids.
If you have very droopy lower eyelids, then you may need a tarsal strip procedure. The tarsus is the white hard strip of tissue that your lower eyelashes come out from. If this is loose, then you may need to have the tarsus tightened to prevent continued aging.
Should you desire more information about my available services, or want to schedule an appointment, please contact my Patient Care Coordinator at info@drkim.com or (415)362-1846.
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