Cosmetic Blepharoplasty Expert in San Diego, CA
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance of eyelids affected by ptosis (droopy eyelids). Most patients are very happy with their improved appearance after blepharoplasty.
Depending on the cause of your droopy eyelids, surgery can be done to decrease the skin and fat around the upper or lower eyelids, or adjust the muscle that helps keep your eyelids open. Dr. Cockerham will walk you through the pre- and post-operative surgical instructions and prepare you for what to expect.
Dr. Cockerham performs functional eyelid surgery to treat the following conditions
- Allergies or thyroid disorders
- Weakened eyelid muscle
- Eyelid rotation or eyelash abnormalities
- Excessive eyelid skin
- Drooping eyelids
- Eyelid lesions
Dr. Cockerham can discuss the surgical and laser options that will provide you with your best possible outcome with remarkable techniques that leave little visible scarring. Insurance may cover all or a portion of your functional eyelid surgery.
