Sarasota Dermatology - DOCs Dermatology & Oculoplastic Consultants

Functional & Cosmetic Eyelid Sugery

DOCs oculo-facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul Brannan, has been specially trained to perform reconstructive and corrective surgeries on the eyelids, orbits and face. These conditions can result from a congenital defect, photodamage, the aging process or trauma. Many procedures are referred to as "functional surgery" and are often covered by insurance. Dr. Brannan's experience in skin cancer surgeries has been enhanced by his unique alliance with a Dermatologist in his practice.

For more information and details regarding eyelid surgery please visit Dr. Brannan's website.

Surgical Eyelid & Eye Procedures

Eyelid Lift, Upper and Lower (Blepharoplasty)
Tear Duct Repair
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Orbital Decompression
Pediatric Procedures
Other Procedures

Eyelid Lift, Upper and Lower (Blepharoplasty)

Blepharoplasty is plastic eyelid surgery that removes excess upper and/or lower eyelid tissue giving you a refreshed and revitalized look. It is performed to improve the appearance of baggy eyes, dark under eye circles, wrinkles, and simply the signs of aging around the eye area.

Blepharoplaslty is performed making small incisions along the natural skin lines of the upper or lower eyelids, allowing the removal of tissue. Incisions from inside the lower eyelid allow the removal of fat without leaving any externally visible scars. The surgery typically takes 30 minutes to one hour under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation. Intitial swelling after surgery usually resolves within one to two weeks. Our detailed after-surgery recovery procedures and tips will help you minimize discomfort, swelling, bruising, and ensure a speedy recovery. Consult Dr. Brannan and find out how Blepharoplasty can give you a rejuvenated and youthful appearance.

Consult Dr. Brannan to find the rejuvenation procedure that is best suited for you and receive the highest level of skill and integrity, safely taking years off your appearance. Visit Dr. Brannan's website for more information and details regarding cosmetic eyelid surgery.

Tear Duct Repair

Excessive tearing may be due to obstruction of the tear ducts (lacrimal passages). Surgery is performed to bypass the obstruction and create a new passage for the tears.

Lower Eyelid Surgery

A variety of conditions can result in lower eyelid malposition (entropion, ectropion, lid retraction), most of which are related to age. This can lead to eye irritation, redness, tearing and inadequate eye closure. Surgery is performed to reposition the eyelid and restore function.

Orbital Decompression

Expansion of the orbit by removing bone and/or soft tissue. This may be required for severe bulging of the eye (exophthalmos) in thyroid eye disease.

Pediatric Procedures

A number of eyelid, orbital and lacrimal (tear duct) anomalies can effect children, usually starting at birth and becoming manifest within the first year of life. These include congenital malpositions of the eyelids, orbital vascular malformations (hemangiomas), and blocked tear ducts. He also has years of experience with pediatric lacerations and trauma.

Please see below some of the other surgeries performed by Dr. Brannan. Please contact our office if you have specific questions about the surgical services Dr. Brannan offers.

Orbital Reconstruction
Orbital Tumor Removal
Eyeball Removal
Temporal Artery Biopsy
Conjunctival Tumor Removal
Correction of Misdirected Eye Lashes
Eyelid and Orbital Trauma
Laceration Repair

Surgical Instructions (please click to download pdf files):

Eyelid Surgery:
Pre and Post-Operative Instructions
Post Operative Instructions