Not Sure about Cosmetic Surgery? Lead with the Lids!
Let’s say your mirror is making the passing of time more and more evident these days. Maybe you would like to brighten up your appearance and you’ve researched various types of cosmetic surgery—but you’re still not convinced that going under the knife is for you.
We have a suggestion: consider eyelid surgery.
Before you get the feeling we’re being pushy, allow us to mention that we have been performing eyelid surgery in New York City for decades. We’re not a plastic surgery practice that pulls out all the stops when it comes to marketing! But we have seen the impact this straightforward procedure can have when it comes to rejuvenation, and we think it’s a great fit for the right patient.
Here are three leading reasons why:
1. An eyelid lift is followed by a relatively easy recovery. You’ll certainly experience some bruising and swelling for a few days, but little discomfort. Most people feel they can go out in public (with makeup, perhaps) in about a week or so. If you’re worried about downtime associated with cosmetic surgery, this procedure will cause minimal disruption to your schedule.
2. Eyelid surgery can make you appear more youthful and alive, but most people will not guess anything has changed. Our patients report their friends make comments like, “You look great!” and “Did you just get back from vacation?” But it’s a rare individual who hears, “Did you have work done?” If your concern about cosmetic surgery is “everyone will know,” that’s unlikely to happen with an eyelid lift.
3. Upper and/or lower eyelid surgery requires a minimal investment of money, as well as time. If you feel you’re looking weary, aged or even angry because of drooping skin, an eyelid lift can offer big bang for the buck. It’s also a good way to essentially try out cosmetic surgery to see what results are possible and how you feel about the overall process.
For all these reasons, eyelid surgery is one of the most popular procedures in the country. It ranks #4 in popularity for U.S. women and #3 for men, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Interested? Keep in mind that though eyelid surgery offers the advantages of being less invasive than many other procedures, it’s still vital to choose a board certified plastic surgeon or oculoplastic surgeon with a great deal of experience with the eyes. This area of your face is delicate, critical to good health and highly visible to others—with just fractions of inches making a big difference in your outcome. Be sure to research potential surgeons very carefully.
If you’re open to visiting the Big Apple, or if you live here in New York, eyelid surgery with us is an option you might consider. Our practice offers several advantages in addition to the many years of experience and track record of success we’re so proud to share with our clients. Our surgical team has been together for quite some time, working hand in hand to ensure the utmost in safety along with great results. In our private, modern, fully accredited surgical facility, we perform most procedures under twilight anesthesia. This means that you will be asleep during the procedure without experiencing general anesthesia or the “hangover” it can cause.
We can help you with accommodations here in Manhattan if you like, and we can offer advice and support should you decide to fly-in for surgery.
You can start a conversation with us online or give us a phone call at 212-570-6080. We would be happy to hear from you.
