Des Moines Plastic Surgery
David Robbins, M.D.
Main Office: 5901 Westown Parkway - Suite 250 | West Des Moines, IA 50323 | 515-221-9999
Des Moines Plastic Surgery: Eyelid procedures with Dr. David Robbins of Des Moines, Iowa
Learn more about Dr. Robbins, his medical practice called Des Moines Plastic Surgery, and eyelid surgery.
More about Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Fat deposits that give the eyes shape and expression are held in place by thin sheets of ligaments and tendons. As you age, these sheets weaken, and fat deposits slide out, causing puffiness around the eyes that can make you look tired or even impair your vision.
Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty repositions these fat deposits and tightens or removes excess skin and fat, resulting in more youthful, more awake-looking eyes. Related procedures that may provide additional enhancement include forehead lift or browlift, facelift, nose reshaping, and laser skin rejuvenation. Dr. Robbins, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Des Moines, performs eyelid surgery and many other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, chin, neck and body.
We also offer fillers, Botox and other skin treatments that can be administered without surgery in our Renu Medispa.
At Des Moines Plastic Surgery we have a fully equipped, state-of-the-art in-office operating room that is fully accredited, safe, and private. The operating room is designed to perform only cosmetic surgery and Dr. Robbins is the only surgeon.
Common reasons for eyelid surgeries or other cosmetic procedures at the neck and above
Our eyes are an important part of our identity and our facial expressions. Puffiness and wrinkles around the eyes can make us look prematurely old. At Des Moines Plastic Surgery, we strive to restore a natural look that approximates a more youthful you.
Be sure to choose a board-certified surgeon to perform your eyelid surgery. Dr. Robbins has unique training and board certification in general plastic surgery, having completed board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. No other surgeon in Iowa has these credentials.
Is blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) right for me?
This procedure cannot correct crow's feet, dark circles under the eyes, or sagging eyebrows. In these instances, eyelid surgery performed with other procedures may produce better results. In some cases, patients whose vision is obstructed may have received a recommendation to have this surgery by their eye doctor or primary care doctor. In this case, the surgery may be covered by insurance.
There are many options for improving facial appearance, ranging from nonsurgical wrinkle fillers, Botox, and skin treatments, to surgeries that tighten the forehead, neck, mid-face and lower face. A discussion with Dr. Robbins in his comfortable Des Moines office will go a long way toward helping you determine the best path toward a more youthful face.
What is the next step?
Dr. Robbins wants all of his patients to feel confident about their goals and any surgery they choose. An office consultation is a no-pressure meeting with office staff and Dr. Robbins to talk more about your goals. If you wish to learn more before your consultation, you can also visit our Patient Testimonials, as well as our Procedure Descriptions. You may also wish to visit www.plasticsurgery.org to learn more about the professional organization that oversees and certifies Dr. Robbins and other board-certified plastic surgeons.
Still, each patient has a unique body and medical history. Even hours of Internet research will not lead you to a final decision about eyelid surgery. A professional consultation is a must. Please call us today at 515-221-9999 to schedule a complementary office visit, or send us an email..