As people age, the skin of the upper eyelids begins to sag and droop due to loss of elasticity. The sagging skin can hang over the upper eyelid and lashes and cause visual field obstruction, while the fat around the eye can also protrude into the eyelid, resulting in a puffy appearance that obscures the …
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Category Archives: Blepharoplasty
If you have droopy eyelids or excess skin hanging over your eye, you've probably heard of upper blepharoplasty (commonly known as an eyelid lift). Many of our Nashville patients wonder if they might be candidates for this type of facial surgery. Often, people think you must be older to consider an eyelid lift. In this …
Read MoreThe delicate skin around the eyes often is one of the first places we see fine lines and other early signs of aging. These signs can include sagging eyelids, wrinkles running horizontally along the forehead, or droopy brows. If you’re experiencing these changes, you might ask if you should get upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or …
Read MorePeople considering cosmetic surgery often browse before-and-after photos of patients who had the same procedure they want before choosing a plastic surgeon. Along with patient reviews, B&A photos wield significant influence on a patient's choice of a capable plastic surgeon. But what should you look for in photos if, for example, you thinking of eyelid …
Read MoreAre people asking if you feel tired even when you're well-rested? Have you noticed your peripheral vision getting worse? Those are 2 signs that it could be time to get blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) at our Brentwood, TN, practice south of downtown Nashville. The delicate skin around the eyes often shows early signs of aging, such …
Read MoreThat old saying about the inevitability of death and taxes should have included a third unavoidable fact of life—wrinkles. Some of us start seeing the first signs of facial aging earlier than others, but at some point, the skin reveals the years we have lived. For women and men who remain active and feel youthful, …
Read MoreA year of wearing masks to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus has focused attention on the appearance of our eyes. Coupled with the transition to remote work and people spending hours a day on Zoom meetings, women and men are noticing how their eyes can show signs of aging or fatigue even when …
Read MoreDuring the pandemic, people are using video call platforms such as Zoom to work from home and connect socially with family and friends. These up close and personal meetings are leading many to people to analyze their facial features more than ever—and decide to fix those that make them self-conscious. We're seeing more people coming …
Read MoreTime affects us all, and our faces are no exception. Delicate facial skin, especially around the eyes, is one of the first areas to show signs of aging. Many people considering eyelid surgery ask in online forums if they should get traditional eyelid surgery or opt for a laser option. How exactly can patients tell …
Read MoreIf you have sagging upper eyelids, dark circles under the eyes, or under-eye bags, it can make you look tired and older than you feel. Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, can be an excellent solution. The procedure involves the removal of excess skin, fat, and muscle surrounding the eye area. It can be performed on …
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We understand you want your facial plastic surgery right away, but when it comes to your safety and appearance, patience pays off. Immediate appointments aren’t always available because Dr. Boggess:
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Offers personalized techniques that aren’t available elsewhere.
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If you can’t see Dr. Boggess right away, learn why waiting for the best facial plastic surgeon is essential and how you can make the most of that time in blog post.
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