BLEPHAROPLASTY

Blepharoplasty is one of the more common cosmetic procedures, with mos t candidates being over the age of 40. The upper lid blepharoplasty is an exceedingly simple and gratifying procedure to perform, with few s ide effects or complications. By contrast, the lower lid blepharoplast y is a more complex procedure, requiring skill and expertise and accom panied by the possibility of more complications, some of which can be severe. Both upper and lower lid blepharoplasty are well within the ra nge of dermatologic surgeons, many of whom perform this surgery on a r egular basis.