The Virginia Eye Aesthetic Center is the foremost location for cosmetic eye surgery in the city of Richmond. Both of our oculofacial plastic surgeons primary goal is to make sure you look like the best version of you, that you can be. We offer a multitude of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures aimed to improve the appearance of the eye, while also increasing its functionality.
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
If your eyelids look saggy, puffy, or droopy; an upper eyelid blepharoplasty may be right for you.
As you age, the skin and muscles of your eyelids may sag and droop. This can have a hand in reducing your peripheral vision, as well as the upper and outer parts of your field of vision.
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Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
The skin that makes up the lower eyelid is the thinnest in the body, making it extremely prone to wrinkling. If you notice wrinkling, puffiness, and/or bulging in your lower eyelid, it may be time for a lower eyelid blepharoplasty.
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Ptosis (Droopy Eyelid) Repair
If you have droopy, sleepy, or closed looking eyes; you may suffer from Ptosis.
Ptosis is the medical term for a droopy eyelid. Symptoms of ptosis include:
- Difficulty keeping your eyes open
- Eyestrain
- Eyebrow aching from the increased effort needed to raise your eyelids
- Fatigue, especially when reading
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Brow Lift
Drooping eyebrows, also known as eyebrow ptosis, can cause a multitude of cosmetic and medical problems. These problems include:
- Heavy feeling eyelids
- Blocked peripheral vision
- Creating a permanently angry appearance
- Creating an exaggerated aged appearance
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Skin Cancer Reconstruction
Skin cancer along the eyelids is very common and is easily treatable if caught in the early stages. If you suddenly notice:
- A painless bump
- A scab that won’t heal
- an area of missing eyelashes
Schedule an appointment with us immediately as you may have skin cancer.
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In-turned Eyelid (Entropion)
Entropion, also known as an in-turned eyelid, is a condition where the eyelid rolls inward towards the eye. If you experience symptoms such as:
- Eye irritation
- Pain
- Redness
- Tearing
- Mucous build up
Than it may be time to consider eyelid surgery to fix the condition.
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Out-turned Eyelid (Ectropion)
Ectropion, also known as an out-turned Eyelid, is a condition where the eyelid rolls outward or pulls downward. If you experience symptoms such as:
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- Eye redness
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- Irritation
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- Pain
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- Mucous discharge
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- Tearing or watering eyes
- Blurry vision.
Than it may be time to consider eyelid surgery to fix the condition.
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Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid eye disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause abnormal thyroid hormone levels as well as physical changes to the eye socket and eyelids. If you experience symptoms such as:
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- Bulging of the eyes
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- Swelling of the eyelids
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- Redness or irritation of the eyes
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- Pressure sensation in the eye socket
- Double vision
Then it may be time to see a specialist for a proper diagnosis.
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