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A glimpse into the upper blepharoplasty: 5 points about upper eyelid treatment
When the aging process contributes to puffiness, heaviness, and laxity or sagging around the eyes, we may look perpetually irritated, fatigued, or sad even when we are actually content and happy. Fortunately, you are at the right place to open your eyes, courtesy of skilled upper eyelid treatment (blepharoplasty). Dr. Adam Honeybrook is Australia’s only triple-board certified head/neck, facial plastic and reconstructive, and cosmetic surgeon. So, patients at our offices in Brisbane and Sydney can benefit from Dr. Honeybrook’s unique knowledge, skill, and experience.
Who are good candidates for upper blepharoplasty?
All surgical candidates should generally be healthy. As we age, the skin loses collagen and elastin, which can result in excess crepey skin and can cause the upper eyelid to appear hooded. Furthermore, fat in the innermost corner of the upper eyelid can start to protrude, appearing as bulges around the eyes. There may also be involvement of the brow and forehead, which pulls down on the eyelids and is associated with the effects of gravity over time.
What are the benefits of upper blepharoplasty?
Not only does the upper blepharoplasty open up the eyelid/eyebrow region to restore a rejuvenated balance to the face, but it can also improve patients’ vision. Too much tissue in the upper eyelid can cause hooding so pronounced that it interferes with the ability to see clearly in the upward visual field. A small portion of the cost of treatment may be covered by insurance if deemed a “medically necessary” procedure.
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What does an upper blepharoplasty involve?
Upper blepharoplasty is generally a \procedure that can be performed safely and comfortably under local anaesthetic in the office. Once fully numbed, Dr. Honeybrook accesses the excess/lax tissues through small openings made in the natural folds of the upper eyelid. Carefully placing these incisions in the supratarsal creases avoids visible scarring post-healing. Other techniques include removing excess fat in the inner corners of the eyes through openings beyond the outermost eyelid (to resolve hooding).
What complementary procedures can be performed in conjunction with upper blepharoplasty?
Dr. Honeybrook may recommend complementary procedures depending on your needs. These procedures include fat grafting to fill in hollowed-out areas. A small amount of fat may be taken from one location (such as the abdomen or thighs) and transferred to places with age-related volume loss that could use the augmentation the most. When upper blepharoplasty is performed in conjunction with other procedures, general anaesthetic may be required.
Call Our Office for More Information
Brisbane Office
New Patients:
07 3485 0596 | Existing Patients: 07 3488 8118
Sydney Office
New Patients:
02 9000 1079 | Existing Patients: 1800 678 679
What to expect afterwards?
Swollen, bruised treatment sites are to be expected. However, these side effects are typically modest and should fade within one to two weeks. We provide detailed guidance on how to care for the surgical sites well before your procedure. Many patients can return to work and most normal activities about a week following surgery. As the swelling goes down, you will find that your visual field will often improve and that your eyes appear reawakened! Schedule a consultation with Dr Honeybrook, Facial Plastic Surgery, today to learn more. Our two offices in Brisbane and Sydney can be reached at 07 3485 0596 and 02 9000 1079.
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Dr. Adam Honeybrook
Dr. Adam Honeybrook is a specialist Australian Head and Neck Surgeon who is double Board-Certified in the USA in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He specialises in advanced surgical facial rejuvenation techniques and is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland.
He obtained his medical degree from the University of New South Wales, Sydney. He completed basic surgical training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, and sat for the United States Medical Licensing Examinations. He trained at several renowned US hospitals, including Vanderbilt University Hospital and Duke University Hospital, and attained accreditation as a specialist surgeon.
Dr. Honeybrook completed his first Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the Ivy League institution, the University of Pennsylvania under the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He received another fellowship in Louisiana and became an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology.
He returned to Australia in 2020 to work as a specialist consultant surgeon at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. He has completed multiple specialist examinations in the USA and Australia, conducted numerous research studies, and he presents frequently at national and international conferences on his techniques. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.
With his extensive training, experience, and commitment to excellence, Dr. Honeybrook is a trusted leader in his field.
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