Non Surgical Eyelift

Eyelift Without Surgery People with sagging eyelids often complain that it makes them appear old, tired, and “haggard.” In the past, patients have traditionally turned to Blepharoplasty, a surgical procedure where an incision above the eyelid is made and excess sagging skin is removed. This procedure is usually done with local anesthesia and takes about 1-3 hours to perform. Even though it is a relatively simple procedure and the complications are low, there are still problems: asymmetric scars or abnormal healing causing an undesired effect, double or blurred vision, light sensitivity, downtime with temporary swelling and bruising, temporary or permanent difficulty closing the eyes while sleeping, ectropion, a condition that causes the lower eyelids to sag and generally requiring further surgical intervention.

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Until recently there were no other alternatives to this sagging problem. Lasers are useful for treating sun spots, lines and wrinkles, and broken capillaries but cannot be used over the eyes because of the potential damage of the light to the retina causing permanent vision loss. However, in August 2005, a new revolutionary breakthrough treatment called the Aluma was introduced. It is FDA approved for lines and rhytids (wrinkles) to improve sagging skin and uses not laser beams but bipolar frequency energy to tighten the skin. This heating stimulates new collagen and elastin growth, which are the essentials building blocks to healthy skin resulting in firmer, tighter, and younger looking skin. The bipolar frequency allows the device to treat the skin above the eyes.

The device uses a sunction device to initially draw the skin into a tip. Then it releases a small burst of energy. Patients undergoing the treatments describe this burst of energy as a warm sensation. There is no pain involved and no pre-treatment is required. It takes about 10 minutes to perform the entire treatment with several passes. Multiple treatments are required to have the desired effect. The end result is that the treatment provides a “mini” lift for the drooping eyelids. It also improves firmness and skin texture around the eyes and improves lines and wrinkles around the eyes (crow’s feet). It can also be used to tighten the skin on the neck, arms, or even the abdomen.

The downside of the Aluma is that it does not provide as dramatic of a lift as compared to surgery and does not last as long as surgery. It does require maintanence treatments every 6-12 months.

For patients who are not ready for surgery or are looking for a more natural approach and are looking for small improvement, the Aluma would be a perfect fit. The Aluma has gained growing popularity ever since it was first introduced. It has been featured on various talk shows and news programs (see video links).

During your complimentary consultation, Dr. Tang will go over the details of the treatment and determine whether you can benefit from this treatment.

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NonSurgical Eyelift - Madonna Eyelift - Using the SmartXide Dot CO2 laser. The Madonna Lift The Madonna Lift, is the non-surgical alternative to improve drooping skin, wrinkles and those telltale signs of aging around the eyes. Using the latest in fractional CO2 laser technology, the skin around your eyes will be rejuvenated for the younger look you desire. What is the Madonna Lift? The Madonna Lift is the newest way to treat the wrinkles and saggy, lax skin around the eyes. Your physician will use the most advanced fractional CO2 laser known as the SmartXide DOT to treat these problem areas. The fractional laser treats deep into the skin around your eyes to plump up wrinkles, tighten the skin, lift sagging brows and improve the appearance...all without any surgical incisions. How does it work? DOT Therapy employs the latest fractional technology, which treats only a fraction of the skin at a time. The laser uses specially modulated beams of light about the width of a human hair, to penetrate into the skin. These beams of light destroy and contract the old collagen within the wrinkles and incite the body’s natural wound healing process to create new, youthful collagen in the skin. This causes the wrinkles around the eyes to plump up, tighten and soften.

What will it feel like?
You may feel tingling or heat in your skin as the laser is applied. However, any potential discomfort can be easily managed by your physician. Please consult with your physician as to the numbing cream or other anesthetic they may use to make your treatment comfortable.

Will it work for anyone?
The Madonna lift can be used on most patients with drooping eyelids, brows, and wrinkles around the eyes. However, only your physician can tell you if it is right for you.

Is the Madonna Lift good for all skin colors?
The laser used for the Madonna Lift has been cleared by the FDA for use on all skin colors.

How long does it take?
The procedure only takes a few minutes in the physician’s office. You may need some additional time to apply topical anesthetic prior to the procedure.

How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments needed will vary from patient to patient. However, most patients see results right away and full results are seen after 3-5 treatments.

What will I look like after treatment?
Your skin may be red and puffy after the procedure but this usually fades after a day. Make-up can be applied immediately after treatment allowing you to resume your normal daily activities right away.

Is the procedure safe for my eyes?
During the treatment, your physician will protect your eyes with protective shields allowing for safe treatment of the lids and brow area.

How long will the results last?
Results vary from patient to patient but as your body continues to heal and create new strong, healthy and elastic collagen in your lids and eyes, you will continue to see improvement for up to six months after your last treatment. Results should last for several years but, as your skin continues to age, it is recommended you prolong the results with a good skin care regimen and daily protection from the sun.