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EYELID SURGERY (BLEPHAROPLASTY) MIDDLETOWN, CT | DR. MARI
REBANE-MAZZOTTA, MD

UNDERSTANDING BLEPHAROPLASTY IN MIDDLETOWN

Blepharoplasty is a precision plastic surgery procedure designed to
correct sagging or drooping eyelids. The thin skin around the eyes is
often the first area to exhibit aging signs, potentially impacting
peripheral vision and daily activities.

WHY CHOOSE BLEPHAROPLASTY?

This surgical intervention addresses several critical concerns:

 	* Tightens eyelid muscles and tissue
	* Removes excess skin and fat
	* Improves peripheral vision
	* Enhances aesthetic appearance

TYPES OF BLEPHAROPLASTY PROCEDURES

FUNCTIONAL BLEPHAROPLASTY

When eyelid sagging significantly impacts vision, functional
blepharoplasty may be medically necessary. Physicians use the Humphrey
Visual Field Analyzer to determine the extent of vision impairment and
potential insurance coverage.

COSMETIC BLEPHAROPLASTY

Cosmetic eyelid surgery can be performed on upper or lower eyelids,
focusing on removing excess skin or repositioning fat. The
transconjunctival technique allows fat removal through an interior
eyelid incision, ensuring no visible scarring.

IDEAL CANDIDATES FOR BLEPHAROPLASTY

Optimal candidates demonstrate:

 	* Good overall health
	* Non-smokers
	* Healthy facial tissue and muscles
	* Realistic aesthetic expectations

THE SURGICAL PROCEDURE

Blepharoplasty is typically an outpatient procedure utilizing local
anesthesia and sedation. The surgery duration ranges from 45 minutes
to 2 hours, depending on the specific areas treated.

RECOVERY AND EXPECTATIONS

Most patients resume normal activities within a few days to a week.
Surgeons recommend avoiding strenuous activities for two weeks and
protecting eyes with sunglasses during initial healing.

POTENTIAL RISKS

While generally safe, patients should understand potential
complications such as temporary dry eyes, swelling, and rare instances
of uneven healing. Long-term results typically demonstrate significant
aesthetic and functional improvements.

For more information about Blepharoplasty in Middletown, CT, submit an
enquiry to Dr. Mari Rebane-Mazzotta, MD.
 

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