What is Blepharoplasty?

It is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance and correct any functional problems of the eyelids. It can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids or both.

What eyelid surgery can treat?

• Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision
• Fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the eyelids
• Bags under the eyes
• Drooping lower eyelids that reveal white below the iris
• Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid

Will Eyelid surgeries cause scarring ?

The incision lines for eyelid surgery are designed so the resultant scars will be well concealed within the natural structures of the eyelid region.

The upper eyelid can be corrected through an incision within the natural crease on the eyelid. This allows for removal or repositioning of fat deposits, tightening of muscles and removal of excess skin.

eyelid surgery upper eyelid incision

Conditions of the lower eyelid may be corrected with an incision just below the lower lash line. Through this incision, excess skin in the lower eyelid is removed. Again, the excess fat can be repositioned or removed.

eyelid surgery lower eyelid incision

A transconjunctival incision, created on the inside of the lower eyelid, is an alternate technique to correct lower eyelid conditions and redistribute or remove excess fat. With this technique, no skin is removed.

What to expect immediately after surgery ?

During recovery, lubricating ointment and cold compresses may be applied, and in some cases your eyes may be loosely covered with gauze, after your procedure is completed.You will be given specific instructions that may include how to care for your eyes, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the potential for infection, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in your overall health and when to follow-up with your plastic surgeon.

Is it safe ? what are the side effects ?

While there usually is little pain involved in this surgery, there can be swelling or bruising. Initial healing may include some irritation, dry eyes and discomfort that can be controlled with medication, cold compresses and ointment. Irritation at the incision sites is also possible.

Rare eyelid surgery risks include:

• Anesthesia risks
• Bleeding from the incision lines
• Sensitivity to sun or other bright light
• Difficulty closing your eyes
• Ectropion, an outward rolling of the lower eyelid
• Infection
• Lid lag, a pulling down of the lower eyelid, may occur and is often temporary
• Temporary or even permanent change in vision, and very rare chance of blindness
• Changes in skin sensation or numbness of the eyelashes
• Pain, which may persist
• Possible need for revision surgery
• Unfavorable scarring

What is the downtime for results ?

The results of eyelid surgery will be long lasting. Most patients are presentable to the public in 10-14 days. However, it may take a few months before final healing is completed. While eyelid surgery can be expected to correct certain conditions permanently, you will continue to age naturally. Ongoing sun protection will help to maintain your results.