Eyelid Surgery
Introduction
Eyelid surgery, which is also referred to as blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery done to improve the appearance of the upper, lower or both eyelids. It is intended to give a rejuvenating appearance to the surrounding eye area. Eyelid surgery, in particular treats: loose, sagging skin, excess fatty deposits that appear as puffiness, bags under eyes, droopiness, and fine wrinkles. Your eyes are your most important facial feature. They are what people notice first when they meet you and the feature they focus on most. The appearance of our eyes plays a large role in how young, attractive and vital we appear. Unfortunately, over time, the skin around our eyes creases, muscles weaken, and folds and bags develop. These changes come about for a number of reasons: Heredity is an important factor, especially for young or middle aged people noticing changes usually associated with more advanced aging. Facial structure can play a role as well. Even slightly under-developed malar and upper jaw bones provide insufficient support to the lower lids. This can lead to lower lid bags and low position of the lid even in younger patients. Sunlight and ultraviolet rays damage the area around the eye through their direct effect on the skin and by causing us to squint, which builds up muscle thickness below the eyelashes. Finally, normal aging causes stretching of the eyelid skin and leads to excess folds, wrinkles, and sagging of the fat around the eye which appears as bulges in both the upper and lower lids. By removing excess skin and bags, eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) can improve many of these problems. It cannot, however, totally eradicate all eyelid creases. Doing so would create excess tension on the eyelids and result in an overcorrection. Nor can surgery remove laugh lines at the sides of the eyes or malar bags (bulges high on the cheek bones). Blepharoplasty has evolved significantly in the last 15 years, and mistakes of the past should stay where they belong i.e. in the past.
Procedure
General Anesthesia or sedation is administered before surgery. The incision lines are designed to be well hid within the natural structures of the eyelid region.
Recovery and Final Result
After the surgery, lubricating the eye area and applying cold compresses is typically advised. You may have loose gauze over eyes after surgery as well. The initial healing process may include some swelling, bruising, irritation or dry eyes, or discomfort that can be controlled by medication. The final result will appear within a few weeks after surgery.
PRE & POST SURGERY INSTRUCTIONS: EYELID SURGERY/ BLEPHEROPLASTY
Videos:
Inside Lower Eyelid Info Video
