Blepharoplasty allows you to restore youthfulness to your face at any age. It eliminates excess skin and adipose tissue on the face, bags under the eyes, tired eye syndrome and tones up the weak muscles around the eyes.
Results of the operation
Eliminate "bags" under the eyes, as well as the overhanging skin of the upper eyelid - tired eye syndrome
Blepharoplasty scars will hide in the natural folds of the eyelid, making them completely invisible after surgery
Work examples
Operation time
0.5-1.5 hours
Anaesthesia
Local or general
Inpatient
1 day
Rehabilitation
1-2 weeks
Result.
An open, expressive gaze
Why you should do it
- Excess skin of the upper and lower eyelids (overhanging)
- Protrusion of adipose tissue in the upper and lower eyelid (eyelid fat "bags")
- Wrinkles in the lower eyelid area
- Lowered outer corners of the eyes
- Deep creases in the lower eyelid and in the corners of the eyes
- Desire to change the shape or cut of the eyes
Contraindications.
- Severe diseases of internal organs
- Viral diseases in the acute stage
- Cataract
- Diseases of the thyroid gland
- Diseases of the cardiovascular system
- Diabetes mellitus
- Oncological diseases
- Blood clotting disorders
Preparation
You must quit smoking 4 weeks before the operation
The surgeon studies the patient's facial features (facial muscle structure, bone structure, eyebrow symmetry)
3 weeks before the operation, you need to pass the tests prescribed by your doctor
The patient comes to the clinic, signs a contract and pays for the operation
Photographs are taken to compare the results
Operation.
Anaesthesia or local anaesthesia
The surgeon marks the areas where excess skin will be removed from the upper and lower eyelids
An incision is made (in the natural fold of the upper eyelid and / or just below the lash line of the lower eyelid), depending on the specifics of the operation
Removal of excess tissue, redistribution of fatty tissue and removal of eyelid hernias
In some cases, canthopexy (lifting of the lateral ligament of the lower eyelid) is performed
A cosmetic suture made of very thin atraumatic material is applied to the skin, sterile strips "steri-strips" are applied to the eyelid skin
Stages of the operation
- Sometimes bruises appear in the area of intervention, which last up to 7-10 days
- In order to avoid their appearance and reduce swelling in the first two days after blepharoplasty, it is recommended to apply cold compresses
- For 5-7 days, it is necessary to do physiotherapy aimed at removing swelling and bruising from the eyelid
- During the first 5 days, it is recommended to use eye drops
- Sutures are removed on the 5th day after surgery
- During the first month, intense loads that can lead to additional haemorrhages (hot showers, torso bends, etc.) are not recommended.
- During the first 2-4 months, the correct water and salt regime must be observed
- All medical treatment during the rehabilitation period is carried out only in consultation with a doctor
Popular queries
How long will the effect of eyelid surgery last?
As a rule, the results of eyelid surgery last for a long time. Most often, the removal of excess skin from the eyelid is performed only once in a lifetime. With age, the forehead can sag, which is why a sagging fold of skin reappears on the upper eyelid. But in this case, a brow lift is more appropriate, and repeated upper eyelid surgery is in second place. Lower blepharoplasty is most often used to correct bags and fatty hernias under the eyes, so its results are also visible almost immediately. Keep in touch with your plastic surgeon Regularly attend check-ups with your doctor, and you should seek help if you notice changes in the areas where you had blepharoplasty. Don't be afraid to consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.
What are the complications of blepharoplasty?
Fortunately, serious complications after blepharoplasty are rare. However, all surgical procedures carry a certain degree of risk. The following complications are typical for blepharoplasty: Haemorrhage Turning of the lower eyelid (contracture or ectropion) Failure to close the eyelid (usually temporary, 1-2 weeks); tearing (up to 1 month) Prolonged swelling in the eyelid area (up to 1 month) Visible scarring Asymmetry Infection You can help minimise certain risks by following the instructions and advice of your plastic surgeon.
At what age can blepharoplasty be performed?
Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty are women and men aged 35-50, without severe somatic pathologies, non-smokers, who do not abuse alcohol, and who realistically assess the possible risks and the result. However, age-related plastic surgery can be performed both at the age of 30 and 70, it all depends on the patient's individual attitude to their appearance and their wishes.
Does blepharoplasty affect vision?
In most cases, blepharoplasty does not affect the patient's vision. If the patient has certain concerns, an ophthalmologist's consultation is recommended before the operation.
Can eyelid lift be combined with other plastic surgeries?
Yes, of course. For example, if there are indications, a face and neck lift or a forehead and middle third of the face lift is performed simultaneously with blepharoplasty. In these cases, the face will look much younger, and there will be no imbalance between the younger eyelid area after surgery and the unchanged middle and other parts of the face and neck.