Cosmetic Services

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We all want to look our best and in the last decade, we have seen a significant increase in the number of people seeking cosmetic services in order to enhance their appearance. With our eyes being our most distinguishing feature, we want to make the most of them. Thankfully there is now a range of cosmetic services that can help to rejuvenate our eyes and the area around them to keep them fresh, young and wrinkle-free. 

Let’s take a look at some of the services on offer.

Pigment removal

The brown pigment spots that appear on the face are often referred to as age spots and are a result of sun exposure. With age, the repeated exposure to UV rays causes melanin, a compound that is responsible for pigmentation and protecting the skin begins to clump together to form an area of hyperpigmentation. Whilst they aren’t any cause for concern, many people feel that they look unsightly. Luckily, there are a number of different treatments that you can get to remove them including topical creams, laser therapy, and chemical peels.

If you are suffering from darker pigmentation then we strongly recommend that you make an appointment with a qualified dermatologist who will recommend the best course of treatment for you, based on your specific needs.
 

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Eyelid reduction

As we age, the skin around our eyes loses much of its elasticity, making it very common to develop sagging eyelids. This effect is often much more advanced in smokers and in those who have had excessive sun exposure. 

Eyelid reduction surgery, known as blepharoplasty, is a very common aesthetic procedure that can give the face a much more youthful appearance and involves the removal of the excess skin and fatty tissue and the tightening of the relaxed muscles. It can be applied to your upper eyelids (known as upper blepharoplasty), lower eyelids (lower blepharoplasty) or both together.

If eyelid reduction is something that interests you, then ask your optometrist if he/she can suggest a professional and experienced cosmetic surgeon who will be able to answer your questions and assess whether you are a viable candidate for surgery.
 

Eyelid Lumps and Bumps

Our eyelids can have growths, bumps, or lumps that develop on the eyelid or the surrounding skin. These can vary widely in appearance, size, shape, and color, and can develop either slowly or rapidly. Fortunately, most eyelid lesions are harmless and can easily be removed.

Eyelid lesions can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

• Infections: Such as bacterial or viral infections.

• Inflammation: For example, from blocked oil glands.

• Structural problems: Issues with the eyelid's glands or tissues.

• Tumors: Both benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) growths

It's important to have any new or changing eyelid lesion examined by an eye doctor or oculofacial surgeon to get an accurate diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment. While many are benign, early detection is crucial for more serious conditions, especially cancer.