Eyelid Surgery
The eyes are arguably the most captivating of the facial features, often described as the "windows to the soul." However, the delicate skin of your eyelids may also be one of the first areas to show signs of aging. If you would like your eyes to reflect youth and vitality, upper or lower eyelid surgery in Louisiana performed by Dr. J. Kevin Duplechain may help. By removing bags and sagging, wrinkled skin, this surgery can result in a more youthful, rejuvenated facial appearance.
As a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Duplechain specializes in procedures such as eyelid surgery. He and his caring staff look forward to helping you look and feel your best. If you would like to learn more about eyelid surgery or any other procedures we offer, request a consultation online or call our office at (337) 456-3282.
Benefits
Dr. Duplechain utilizes techniques he has refined through years of experience and training to create natural-looking, re-contoured eyelids. Eyelid surgery performed by Dr. Duplechain can provide the following benefits:
- Removal of bags and shadows under the eye
- Removal and re-positioning of skin and fat, without creating a sunken or hollow look
- A brighter and more alert appearance that doesn't look contrived
- A smooth eyelid and cheek junction that appears natural and youthful
Dr. Duplechain Explains Your Eyelid Surgery Procedure
When performing lower eyelid surgery, I commonly use a transconjunctival approach, which removes excess fat through an invisible incision inside the lower lid If excess, wrinkled skin is present, I make a small subciliary incision (along the lower lash line) which is almost invisible. By removing any excess skin or fat below the eyes, any puffiness or "bags" can subsequently be eliminated, and a more vibrant appearance can emerge.
I use a unique technique when performing this procedure which involves tightening the muscle as well; this works much like the unfurling of a curtain. This technique creates a smooth junction between the cheeks and eyes, minimizing the so-called "tear trough." In selected cases I will also use the laser to improve the appearance or "crepe paper" quality of aged skin. This unique procedure addresses all of the components of aging within the eyelid in a single procedure.
I can also remove excess fat and skin with upper eyelid surgery at my Louisiana practice. In some cases, patients even experience improved vision due to the removal of excess upper eye skin. Incisions are created along the natural folds of the eye, which helps to conceal any scarring. My goal with upper blepharoplasty is to re-contour the eye for results that appear natural, not pulled or sunken. To achieve this, I remove a very precise amount of tissue and preserve the muscle.
Recovery & Results
After your blepharoplasty in Lafayette, you may experience some bruising and swelling. This will gradually subside, and will decrease with the use of cold compresses for the first few days. Many of my patients are able to return to work within a week of their procedure, enjoying a quick and uneventful recovery.
