Dr. Coscia will provide you with a complete list of instructions and advice for recovery. He also has a helpful list of do’s and don’ts to follow. By following these guidelines, you can increase the likelihood of a smooth, speedy recovery from eyelid surgery.

What to Do after Eyelid Surgery

Do follow your incision aftercare instructions from Dr. Coscia. He will prescribe eyedrops to keep your eyes moist and/or ointment to apply to the healing incisions. Use those products as directed.

Do take time off from work and your day-to-day routine to allow your eyes time to recuperate. The general rule of thumb is to block off at least one or two weeks on your calendar so you can focus exclusively on resting and relaxing.

Do be mindful of activities that can strain or stress your healing eyes. Even reading a long book or watching an entire season of a television show can be uncomfortable in the days immediately following surgery. You may find it more comfortable to listen to audiobooks or podcasts during this time.

Do protect your eyes from sun and wind when going outdoors. Wraparound sunglasses block out the elements very well; adding a hat offers extra protection. Ask Dr. Coscia about applying sunscreen to your healing eye area if you know you’ll be outside for long periods of time.

What Not to Do after Eyelid Surgery

Do not press or rub your healing eyelids. You could transmit bacteria that leads to an infection, or simply irritate your incisions.

Do not push yourself physically as you recover. Healing from surgery requires a lot of energy, so take it easy while you recuperate. Get plenty of rest, even if that means taking several naps a day. Also, be aware that excessive activity can increase blood flow to your healing eyes and cause bleeding. Follow Dr. Coscia’s guidelines for returning to exercise and other physical activities.

Do not smoke. Smoking increases the risk of post-operative complications and slows down the healing process.

Do not ignore signs of an infection or other problem. Complications after eyelid surgery are rare but can happen. If you develop excessive bleeding, yellow or green discharge from the incisions, fever or pain that gets worse in the days following surgery, contact Dr. Coscia promptly.

Do not skip your follow-up appointments with Dr. Coscia. During these visits, he removes stitches, checks your eyelids’ healing progress and answers your questions.

For more information about eyelid surgery recovery and aftercare, don’t hesitate to reach out to Dr. Coscia. Call or email our practice today.

But plastic surgery has the incredible ability to turn back the hands of time and help your appearance match how you feel on the inside. Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular ways to rejuvenate aging, tired-looking eyes. Thanks to eyelid surgery with Dr. Rudy Coscia, you can recapture the rested, youthful appearance you once enjoyed. Read on to learn more.

What Eyelid Surgery Can Achieve

By removing excess eyelid skin, firming loose skin and stretched-out muscles and removing excess fatty tissue from the upper and lower eyelids, Dr. Coscia can give your eyes a refreshed, youthful expression.

Furthermore, the procedure can combat other telltale signs of aging, such as puffy lower lids, under-eye bags or dark circles and fine lines around the outer corners of the lids.

Eyelid surgery has functional benefits, too. If excess, heavy upper eyelid skin spills over your lashline and obscures your line of sight, eyelid surgery can help. Removing the excess skin along the upper eyelids clears the obstruction for a clearer visual field.

Treatment Details

Eyelid surgery is an outpatient procedure performed with anesthesia. Surgery can treat the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both at the same time.

The incisions for upper eyelid surgery are made within the natural folds and creases of the upper lids; the incisions for lower eyelid surgery are made below the lower lashline or on the inside of the lids. This ensures that resulting scarring is hardly visible.

The procedure steps vary based on your unique eyelid anatomy and your treatment goals. Normally excess skin and fat are removed and loose or stretched-out muscles are tightened.

Expect to take one to two weeks off from work to recover from surgery. You can enjoy your refreshed appearance and improved confidence for years to come.

Schedule an Eyelid Surgery Consultation

If you wish to pursue eyelid surgery, it is critical that you choose an experienced plastic surgeon to perform the delicate procedure. To learn more about Dr. Coscia’s experience and expertise with eyelid surgery, please request a consultation at our practice by calling or emailing us today.

We get it. That’s why we’ve found a solution that can help you reduce excess upper arm fat (and even excess skin): an arm lift!

* Individuals Results May Vary.

Arm Lift for Upper Arm Fat Reduction

An arm lift – also known as a brachioplasty – is a surgical procedure that manually removes excess skin and fat from the upper arm region. This cosmetic surgery is a great option for patients who are struggling to lose upper arm fat, despite doing all the right things with diet and exercise.

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Am I a Good Candidate for an Arm Lift?

You’re a good candidate for an upper arm lift if you have excess skin and fat that just won’t respond to your healthy habits. In many cases, this lack of fat reduction isn’t your fault; it often comes down to genetics or loss of skin laxity. However, ideal candidates should be prepared to continue to follow a healthy lifestyle, as an upper arm lift cannot prevent the formation of new fat.

All candidates should be healthy nonsmokers and want to get an upper arm lift for realistic reasons.

If you’re not quite ready for a surgical solution to your upper arm fat, you may be a good candidate for non-surgical body contouring options.

Arm lift Consultations Available

How Long Until I See Results?

Total upper arm lift recovery takes about four to six weeks, during which time you’ll be asked to wear compressive sleeves to help reduce bruising and swelling. Most patients usually take about a week off from work; we recommend two weeks if you work in a more manual job that involves lifting.

Results can be absolutely life-changing for patients, as they include a more contoured and aesthetically pleasing arm – one you won’t hesitate to show off in your favorite t-shirt or tank top!

Dr. Coscia is one of the most caring and compassionate doctors I have ever met. He has taken so much time explaining all that is entailed in the surgery, including the risks and other options. I had been wanting to do this for years, but was really scared. As soon as I met Dr. Coscia I felt completely confident in him and at peace with my decision. After the surgery at every follow up visit he took care to be reassuring that the end result would be what I was hoping for. He is a very skilled surgeon and he has the good taste and a good eye for what looks best. I trust him completely and recommend him without reservation.

Take the Next Step

Ready to tackle your upper arm fat once and for all? Schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rudy Coscia at his new plastic surgery practice in Granite Bay, CA.

Sagging eyelids and dark circles can make it difficult for someone to feel confident about his or her appearance.  That’s why board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rudy Coscia is pleased to offer blepharoplasty procedures from his brand-new practice in Granite Bay, CA.

What is a Blepharoplasty Procedure? 

A blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that allows your plastic surgeon to remove pockets of fat and excess skin from around the eyes. Blepharoplasty uses a scalpel to make the incision along the fold of the upper eyelid and right underneath the lower lid, allowing the plastic surgeon to access this fat and excess skin.

After fat is removed, your plastic surgeon arranges and tightens the skin, which allows for the trimming of excess skin.  The new skin is stitched into place, thus eliminating any sagging and drooping eyelids.

The blepharoplasty procedure can be performed on the upper eyelid, the lower eyelid, or both.  Recovery times vary, although most patients need intensive rest for the first week, with swelling dissipating in the following weeks.

Rejuvenation Through Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is a great choice for patients who have excessive undereye bags, dark circles, and fat deposits around their eyes.

Blepharoplasty with Dr. Rudy Coscia

To learn more about how you can achieve a rejuvenated new appearance through a blepharoplasty procedure, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rudy Coscia at his Granite Bay practice. His plastic surgery practice also serves the greater Sacramento, CA area. Call Dr. Rudy Coscia today at his Sacramento 916-929-1833 & Granite Bay/ Roseville 916-773-5559 to learn more!