Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a medical term for eyelid surgery, which effectively removes the excess fat, skin and muscle from around your eyes.

What is Smartbleph?

Smartbleph is a unique method for upper eyelid rejuvenation developed exclusively by the plastic surgeons at bodySCULPT^®. A new and improved blepharoplasty method, Smartbleph uses the Smart Skin laser by Cynosure for tightening the surrounding tissue and removing the excess upper lid skin.

How is Smartbleph different from traditional blepharoplasty? Is there something unique about Smartbleph?

Traditional blepharoplasty involves making incisions in the eyelid area to separate excess skin and fat. Smartbleph is a new and improved blepharoplasty method for upper eyelid rejuvenation. Now under local anesthesia the upper eyelid skin and the surrounding structures that contribute to that tired droopy look can be removed and tightened with the use of Cynosure's state-of-the-art Smart Skin laser.

Is it a safe procedure?

Yes it is a safe and practically painless procedure. As it is performed under local anesthesia, it has none of the side effects or complications associated with general anesthesia.

Who is a good candidate for this treatment?

Those people having excess sagging skin on the upper lids are good candidates for this procedure. He or she should be in good physical and emotional health, and must have realistic expectations about the procedure.

What are the benefits of Smartbleph?

Produces impressive results
Shorter recovery time
Uses local anesthesia
Less bleeding and bruising
Minimal discomfort

Where is Smartbleph performed?

Smartbleph is performed at bodySCULPT^®, our surgical center, on an outpatient basis.

What is the time required to perform this procedure?

It takes no longer than 30 min to perform Smartbleph in the office.

What is the recovery period for Smartbleph compared to traditional blepharoplasty?

This new and improved blepharoplasty technique using Smart Skin laser produces significantly less bleeding and bruising than traditional blepharoplasty methods, resulting in faster recovery.

When can I return to work and my normal activities?

There is less pain associated with the procedure. Most patients are able to resume normal activities within just a few days after the surgery.