Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is a popular cosmetic plastic surgery to remove excess skin, fat or muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty improves baggy skin under the eyes, sinking upper eyelids or drooping eyelashes that impair vision.

 

 

 

Why Blepharoplasty?

As we age, excess skin forms in the eye area, and the skin loses elasticity. Fatty tissue can accumulate under the skin. Your eyes will "look older" because these aging processes leave the eyes appearing tired, wrinkled or puffy. Even with good skincare and eyecare, wrinkles, puffiness and drooping eyelids will catch up to you. Genetic factors and body chemistry can cause these aging effects in younger people. Plastic surgery may restore a youthful and refreshed appearance to your eyes.

What are the possible complications?

The procedure:

1-  you might feel sore with tight eyes but pain killers will help you .
2-  There will be an ointment to lubricate your eyes for about 2 weeks .
3-  There will be a bruises around the eye for about 2 weeks .
4-  You will be asked to keep your head elated for days .
5-  You will be able to read and watch television after 3 days .
6-  Back to work in 10 days time .
7-  There will be some pain and discomfort which usually responds to pain killer .
8-  Skin numbness is quite normal but will disappear in few weeks when stitches are removed
9-  Bandages will be removed in 5 days and stitches after 7 days .
10-Avoid strenuous physical activity including sex and heavy work for 2 week .
11-Avoid sun exposure until all the bruises disappear.
12-You can start wearing water based make up after the 2 weeks .