Eyelid Surgery

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Big wide-open eyes are a crucial factor in attractiveness

socializing and self-esteem So, if you have a hooded eye, eyebags or excess skin around your eyes, we recommend Eyelid surgery.

Candidates

Adults above 18 years old

Do not have severe diseases and are in good health

Non-smoker

Has hooded eyes, eye bags, Asian eyelids, any excess skin or fat in the eyelid area or other similar problems.

What is Eyelid surgery?

Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure in which any excess fat, skin or muscles are removed to improve the appearance of the eye.

While an eyelid lift cannot alter dark circles or fine lines and wrinkles around the eye

Eyelid surgery types and techniques

There are multiple techniques for achieving the best eye look

The transcutaneous method: is used when the excess skin is significant. The incision is done under the eyelashes.

This technique carries a rare complication which is the lower lid being pulled down (lid retraction) or turned out (ectopia).

Transconjunctival technique: the incision here is through the inside tissue in the conjunctiva so it leaves no visible scar which is an important advantage for some people.

Yet it’s not recommended if the condition requires skin removal (only fat). Or, if the patient has poor lower lid elasticity.

There are also two types of this procedure

upper blepharoplasty: it’s the most popular one. The incision is in the crease of the upper lid to extract any excess skin or fat in this area.

This technique includes Asian eyelid surgery

upper eyelid surgery can help remove the excess skin and restore a naturally youthful shape to your eyelids and a more open, refreshed appearance to your eyes.

The lower blepharoplasty can be an excellent solution to correct eyelid bags. it includes these two techniques: transcutaneous and transconjunctival blepharoplasty. Either way, this can’t treat fine lines so you will need laser or chemical peels

Before the surgery

You’ll need to arrange for another person to drive you home after your surgery. You should also have someone stay with you the night of the procedure.

you will be examined and your medical, surgical, and medication history will be taken. the doctor will discuss your expectations and make an individual plan for you.

You should stop some medication like aspirin and other NSAIDs.

You must stop smoking for at least six weeks as smoking increases complications during surgery.

you will have to stop eating after midnight the night before surgery.

You should stay hydrated to speed up the recovery process.

You’ll need to take a week off from work and rest.

Steps inside the eyelid surgery

An eyelift usually takes about 2 hours if both upper and lower eyelids are done together. Your doctor will most likely use local anaesthesia

your eyelid will be sterilized then the surgeon will make the incisions

if it is an upper eyelid surgery the incisions will be along the eyelid crease in places as camouflaged as possible.

Excess fat, skin and muscles will be removed then the incisions will be closed.

When it is a lower eyelid surgery the incision will be either inside the lower eyelid or below the eyelashes depending on the technique used. And the surgeon might support the muscles of the eyelid if needed.

After the eyelid lift

an ointment will be put on your eyes to keep them moist and cover them with cold compresses

your eyes might feel blurry and sensitive to light

Avoiding certain activities and environments

Keeping follow-up appointments

Most patients feel well enough to make short trips after about a week and return to their jobs 10-14 days after an eyelid lift.

What are the possible complications?

Not being able to fully close your eyes
Lid lag, a pulling down of the lower eyelid, may occur and is often temporary
Dry eyes

Infections or bleeding

Pain, which may persist
Temporary or even permanent change in vision, and a very rare chance of blindness

Estapure Clinic

we aim to become the first and the most reliable reference for all patients not only in Turkey but all over the world.

We are a medical clinic specializing in all aspects of cosmetic procedures
We have the best and the most qualified doctors, surgeons, and dentists to provide our clients with all their needs
Our experienced staff will guarantee the most satisfying results.