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Your guide to blepharoplasty eyelid surgery with Dr. John Burroughs
Are you tired of noticing drooping eyelids or puffiness around your eyes, making you appear tired or older than you feel? Blepharoplasty, commonly referred to as upper or lower eyelid surgery, could be the solution you need. At Springs Aesthetics in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Dr. John Burroughs specializes in personalized upper eyelid surgery to help patients regain a refreshed and youthful look.
Here, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about blepharoplasty eyelid surgery so you can make an informed decision:
What is blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the appearance and function of the eyelids. It can involve the removal of excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper or lower eyelids to improve vision or create a rejuvenated aesthetic. Individuals who choose upper eyelid surgery in Colorado Springs, Colorado, often find that the procedure enhances their confidence and changes how they see the world.
Who is a good candidate for blepharoplasty?
Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty typically have healthy skin, realistic expectations, and concerns about baggy, sagging, or drooping eyelids. If you find that excess skin interferes with your ability to see clearly or impacts your facial appearance, you may be a perfect candidate. Dr. Burroughs performs a detailed consultation at Springs Aesthetics to ensure your suitability and develop a customized plan just for you.
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Is blepharoplasty only for cosmetic reasons?
No, blepharoplasty serves both cosmetic and functional purposes. While the procedure can eliminate under-eye puffiness or droopy eyelids for a fresher appearance, it can also correct impaired vision caused by sagging upper eyelid skin. If you are experiencing functional issues, upper eyelid surgery may significantly improve your day-to-day activities such as reading, working at a computer.
What should I expect during the procedure?
Blepharoplasty typically takes 1-3 hours, depending on whether you have upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both. Dr. Burroughs carefully removes or repositions excess skin, fat, and tissue under local anesthesia or sedation. The team at Springs Aesthetics ensures your comfort at every step of the process.
What is the recovery process like?
Blepharoplasty recovery is typically straightforward but requires some patience and care. Swelling and bruising are common in the first week, but most patients return to their normal activities within 7-10 days. Dr. Burroughs provides you with detailed post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth recovery. The results are long-lasting, leaving patients thrilled with their rejuvenated appearance.
Are there any risks involved?
Like any surgery, blepharoplasty does carry some risks. The most common may include temporary dry eyes, bruising, or slight asymmetry. Severe vision loss or blindness has been reported, but Dr. Burroughs has not encountered this for elective eyelid surgery since first performing these surgeries in 1996. Working with a highly skilled surgeon like Dr. Burroughs minimizes risks. His expertise and precision help ensure optimal results and patient safety.
Why choose blepharoplasty by Dr. Burroughs?
This is his favorite surgery to perform, and he has performed tens of thousands of blepharoplasties. He is known for providing natural results that maintain or enhance feminine features in female patients and masculine features in male patients. He keeps advancing his artistry of this surgery to speed healing, improve comfort, and maximize results. Dr. Burroughs teaches his techniques at both national and international cosmetic surgery symposia and is highly published and referenced for this surgery. Dr. Burroughs also performs revision blepharoplasty to help patients, from other surgeons, gain improved results.
How can I schedule a consultation for blepharoplasty?
Scheduling a consultation with Dr. John Burroughs at Springs Aesthetics is simple. The office is conveniently located at 300 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 100, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can contact the friendly team by calling (719) 749-3606 to book an appointment. Call us today to learn more!
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John Burroughs, M.D.
Dr. John Burroughs specializes in eyelids, orbits, and faces and has performed over 20,000 related procedures. His role in oculofacial plastic surgeries has been highly appreciated.
He is an alumnus of the Air Academy High School, University of Texas, and Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine), Maryland. He later followed a transitional internship and ophthalmology residency in San Antonio, TX, and has decades of aesthetic treatment experience.
Dr. Burroughs is American Board of Ophthalmology-certified and is a Fellow of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Reconstructive Surgeons, the Oculofacial Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of many other associations. He is a lifelong learner and teacher.