Eyelid surgery

Blepharoplasty or cosmetic eyelid surgery is primarily intended for patients, men or women, whose eyelids tend to sag over time as they age. However, it can also involve a hereditary defect such as bags under the eyes. 

I can treat either the two upper or lower eyelids, or on all four eyelids at the same time. 

This operation will decrease the signs of ageing on the eyelids. It will replace the tired look of the eyes, or the wrinkled appearance of the eyelids, to provide a more rested and relaxed appearance. This usually involves removing excess skin from the upper or lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty can also remove fatty bulges on the eyelids. 

Operating procedure 

If it is the upper eyelids, a local anaesthetic, combined with sedation will be used. However, for surgery of the lower eyelids or that of all four eyelids, a short general anaesthetic is required. The procedure from 30–90 minutes, depending on what is involved, and it is performed on an outpatient basis. The incisions are concealed in the natural folds and the very fine sutures are withdrawn after 5–6 days. 

The operation on the isolated pockets of the lower eyelids will not leave any scars, the incisions being made inside the eyelids. Small self-adhesive strips on the skin of the operated eyelids are the final dressing that should be kept for a few days. 

Post operation 

Homeopathic treatment will be prescribed. 

Extreme exercise should be avoided, and the head should not be tilted forward to reduce the risk of bruising. The patient can shower from the first evening and wear sunglasses when leaving the clinic. There will be minor pain with occasional discomfort, and a feeling of tension in the eyelids. 

To appreciate the results, the patient will have to wait between 3–6 months: this is the time required for the tissues to regain their flexibility and for the scars to fade.Generally, the results of a blepharoplasty are among the most lasting of cosmetic surgery. The pockets are almost completely removed, and they never recur. 

Finally, you should know that blepharoplasty can be associated with a cervico-facial lifting or be supplemented by other procedures such as peeling, dermabrasion, injections of hyaluronic acid or botulinum toxin. And this can take place during the same procedure.

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