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Augmentation blepharoplasty.

J M Lewis1

  • 1Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Akron City Hospital, OH.

Annals of Plastic Surgery
|November 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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Augmentation blepharoplasty enhances lower eyelid appearance by restoring youthful fullness, unlike conventional methods that cause flatness. This technique safely removes excess skin and fat while improving pretarsal fullness.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmology

Background:

  • Conventional lower lid blepharoplasty often results in lateral pretarsal flatness.
  • This flatness is associated with a senile appearance, detracting from aesthetic outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a modified lower lid blepharoplasty technique.
  • To increase pretarsal fullness and achieve a more youthful appearance.

Main Methods:

  • The study details an augmentation blepharoplasty technique involving overlapping orbicularis oculi muscle repair.
  • This method was applied to 30 consecutive patients.

Main Results:

  • The augmentation blepharoplasty technique successfully increased lower eyelid pretarsal fullness.

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  • The procedure did not impede the removal of excess skin and periorbital fat.

    • Conclusions:

    • Augmentation blepharoplasty is a safe and effective method for lower lid rejuvenation.
    • This technique addresses aesthetic concerns of both fat/skin excess and youthful eyelid contour.