An eyelid lift, clinically called blepharoplasty, is a relatively minor but intricate plastic surgery procedure as it involves the delicate area around the eyes. 

The surgeon will carefully determine the candidate’s fitness prior to proceeding with the procedure. In addition, they will establish whether the patient is a suitable candidate for upper or lower eyelid surgery or both.

The patient should reveal all pertinent information about their health and family history, general health, and lifestyle to achieve an objective evaluation of their candidacy. Oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan provides advanced eye care to patients in Austin, Dallas, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Ideal Candidates

A suitable candidate for blepharoplasty is usually an adult who is bothered by the appearance of puffy upper eyelids, under-eye bags, or fine lines and wrinkles around the upper and lower eyelids. In case the patient experiences partial vision obstruction due to droopy upper lids, they may be good candidates for an eyelid lift cosmetic surgery.

However, eyelid lift surgery may not be appropriate for every individual. A person experiencing specific ophthalmic or health conditions may not be the right candidate for this procedure. The surgeon will establish whether their condition may present a risk during the surgical procedure or recovery phase.  

Cosmetic Considerations

To determine their candidacy, the eye surgeon will motivate the patient to share their individual cosmetic goals and desires. 

Tired-Looking Eyes

In case sagging skin or fine lines and wrinkles around the lids make the eyes appear tired and older, the condition can be addressed with eyelid lift surgery. 

Puffy Upper Eyelids

Blepharoplasty is an effective procedure to eliminate puffiness or under-eye bags for the restoration of a smoother eyelid appearance.

Excess Upper Eyelid skin

Loose skin in the upper eyelid region may lead to a wrinkled appearance as well as impede the vision in some instances. Eyelid surgery may be beneficial for such candidates.

Other Requisites

A good candidate for blepharoplasty should be:

Above 18 years of age

While a majority of patients seek eyelid surgery after the age of 35 or 40, some individuals may require it earlier if sagging or droopy eyelids run in the family. 

In good health

The candidate should not be suffering from any underlying health condition that could interfere with the procedure or delay the recovery. The emotional and mental health of the patient will also be taken into account. 

Have realistic expectations

A stellar candidate will have a positive frame of mind and realistic expectations from the procedure. They will have a reasonable idea of what the blepharoplasty procedure can and cannot accomplish for them. 

Eye Health

Patients who have ophthalmic conditions, such as dry eye or glaucoma, may not be ideal candidates due to a higher risk of complications. People with a lack of appropriate orbital anatomy to support the procedure may also be excluded from blepharoplasty. 

The state of the bone and surrounding support structure will also be considered when establishing the candidate’s suitability for upper or lower blepharoplasty. Board certified ophthalmologist Dr. Tanya Khan receives patients from Austin, Dallas, Texas, and nearby areas for consistent, reliable, and proven eye care procedures.

For more information about procedures and treatments at Khan Eyelid and Facial Aesthetics by Ophthalmic surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan. Click here to contact us.

Offices in Dallas and Austin, Texas.

Blepharoplasty plastic surgery, also known as eyelid lift surgery, enhances the appearance of droopy and tired-looking eyes. 

During the pre-op consultation, the surgeon will assess the condition of the patient’s upper and lower lids and recommend a suitable blepharoplasty technique.

Oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan provides advanced eye care to patients in Dallas, Texas, and surrounding communities. 

What are Blepharoplasty Before and After Photos?

Blepharoplasty ‘before and after’ images refer to a pair or group of photos of previous patients who have received eyelid surgery with desirable results. These images are taken prior to the procedure and after the surgery at a time when the post-op swelling and bruising have resolved, and the full outcomes of the procedure are visible. 

The surgeon will attain these photos with the consent of the patient and display them to potential patients in a discreet and judicious manner. The identity of the patient will be kept private, as per standard protocol. 

The surgeon will only present these images to new patients with the aim of helping them develop clarity on the outcomes of the eyelid surgery. These images are on the website so anyone in the world who has Internet access can see them. 

Benefits

The face is the most prominent area of the body. Therefore, patients are understandably concerned about any procedure that impacts the face. The surgeon can display blepharoplasty before and after images to offer a prospective patient an assurance on whether blepharoplasty is appropriate for them. 

Some patients may require only limited correction with eyelid surgery while others may need more extensive treatment on both the upper and lower lids. Irrespective of the case, the patient can make a more enlightened decision after viewing blepharoplasty before and after photos. 

What’s awesome about this is that anyone can see these pictures. As we already noted, you can be sitting near your pool or sitting at a bagel shop one morning checking out these images. You don’t have to make one call. Your annoying cousin or a friend you don’t want to know about what you are considering does not have to know because you can see these pictures completely anonymously. 

Combining Images with Text

New patients may find it beneficial if descriptive text detailing the procedure, the reasons for which it was performed, and how it addressed the patient’s specific issues is displayed alongside blepharoplasty before and after photos. 

The surgeon can showcase the journey of a previous patient with clear, concise, and succinct descriptions. This can be an important part of before and after photo galleries, as patients relate better to pictures while descriptions enable them to recall the associated details for vividly.

Sharing Photographs

Cosmetic surgeons can share eyelid surgery before and after images to provide patients with information and raise awareness about advanced procedures, such as blepharoplasty surgery. They may share images digitally in the following ways:

• Photo Galleries on Practice Website: Developing a before and after gallery on the practice website which has been done with acumen. The website that Dr. Khan has is brilliant and she believes in disclosing her talents which has benefited so many former patients. 
• Creating Portfolios: Creating a photo portfolio to show to new patients considering eyelid surgery
• Combining Images with Blog Posts: Adding pictures to a blog post is an effective way to offer new patients with visual evidence of procedure outcomes. 
• Social Media Platforms: Images are a powerful tool to optimize social media posts. But discretion is important when posting on public forums.  

A comprehensive before and after picture gallery can educate patients and act as a promotional tool for the surgeon and their practice. It is a forum to present their expertise and skills while informing prospective patients about advanced cosmetic procedures, such as blepharoplasty. 

Board certified ophthalmologist Dr. Tanya Khan receives patients from Dallas, Texas, and nearby areas for safe and proven eye care procedures.

Contact Khan Eyelid and Facial Aesthetics and Oculoplastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan Today to Schedule an Appointment

For more information about procedures and treatments at Khan Eyelid and Facial Aesthetics by Ophthalmic surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan. Click here to contact us.

Taking patients from in and around Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, Grapevine, Garland, Mesquite, Carrollton, Irving, Frisco, Texas and more.

The eyes are the most fragile as well as cosmetically prominent area of the body. 

Cosmetic surgery of the eyelids should maintain a harmonious appearance between the eyes and not lead to stretched skin, which causes an unnatural look. 

These and other aspects are taken care of when eyelid surgery is undertaken by an expert in eye surgeries.

Dr. Tanya Khan at Khan Eyelid & Facial Aesthetics specializes in the clinical and surgical management of eyelid and orbit conditions. She undertakes surgeries to address excess tearing due to nasolacrimal obstruction, removal of orbital tumors, and complex oculofacial reconstructive procedures to repair defects from cancer excision or injury. 

Oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan provides advanced eye care to patients in Plano, Dallas, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Education and Training

Dr. Tanya Khan received her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from the renowned Columbia University in the City of New York. After that, she pursued her medical education at the Duke University School of Medicine.

She completed a general surgery internship at Duke University. Subsequently, she pursued an Ophthalmology residency at the Louisiana State University and Ochsner Clinic Foundation as well as fellowship training in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Duke University.

In the course of her training, Dr. Khan’s primary research interests involved basic anatomical and clinical studies investigating vascular occlusion from facial filler and the role of neurotoxin to lacrimal gland in addressing epiphora.

She has first-authored nine peer-reviewed scientific publications as well as written two scientific book chapters to date. Dr. Khan has also showcased her work at international and national ophthalmology and cosmetic surgery conferences.

Professional Credentials 

Dr. Khan has a board certification in ophthalmology from the prestigious American Board of Ophthalmology (ABOto). Only highly qualified and skilled surgeons receive this eminent certification, which serves as an assurance to patients about the surgeon’s prowess in eyelid surgery.

She is a highly-skilled eye surgeon specializing in oculoplastics. Dr. Khan ensures that she is updated on the developments in the field through her professional associations in the area of eye care.

Dr. Khan has undergone specialized training as an oculoplastic surgeon, which distinguishes her from most other plastic surgeons offering eyelid surgery. She has an in-depth comprehension of the eye anatomy as an oculoplastic surgeon. This allows her to develop superior cosmetic and functional eyelid surgery results. 

Expertise in Eye Surgeries

Dr. Khan is a specialist in the clinical and surgical management of eyelid and orbit disorders, such as ectropion, entropion, repair of blepharoptosis, hemifacial spasm, thyroid eye disease, and benign essential blepharospasm.

In addition, Dr. Khan offers non-invasive facial cosmetic enhancement through dermal filler injection and botulinum toxin, laser and chemical skin resurfacing, and topical skincare.

Customized Eye Treatments

Dr. Khan strongly believes that the face and eye structure of each patient is distinct and deserves an individualized treatment approach. She carefully evaluates the patient’s facial and eye characteristics and their personal aesthetic goals to develop a customized treatment plan. This allows her to develop appealing and effective outcomes in a minimally invasive manner. 

Board certified ophthalmologist Dr. Tanya Khan receives patients from Plano, Dallas, Texas, and nearby areas for safe and proven eye care procedures. 

Contact Khan Eyelid and Facial Aesthetics and Oculoplastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan Today to Schedule an Appointment

For more information about procedures and treatments at Khan Eyelid and Facial Aesthetics by Ophthalmic surgeon Dr. Tanya Khan. Click here to contact us.

Taking patients from in and around Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, Grapevine, Garland, Mesquite, Carrollton, Irving, Frisco, Texas and more.