Blepharoplasty, or eyelid correction
Eyelids are very exposed structures in terms of functionality, so often the early signs of aging are firstly seen in their area. Over the years, skin elasticity and flexibility are gradually lost, with excess skin being visible, giving them that tired look. This can also be influenced by other factors such as heredity, skin type, skin care, allergies or medical conditions like kidney disease. This is not just a cosmetic problem, since it can also cause functional and physical problems, creating a feeling of fatigue, causing eye pain, tearing, and in some situations even altering the sight. Depending on the desire of patients and facial tissue condition, it is possible to operate the upper eyelids, the lower part or both.
This surgery removes excess skin and fat from the eyelids (so-called "bags" under the eyes and the upper eyelid), removing the old and tired look of the eyes. It may also be associated with the lifting of eyebrows. In the event of eye problems, blepharoplasty must be performed in advance. Depending on the age and characteristics of each individual's skin, only fat tissues from the eyelids are chosen.
This kind of surgery can be performed under local anesthesia potentiated by a previously administered medication to remove a possible tension of the patient, or under general anesthesia. The choice of incision is determined by the surgeon during the consultation and the blepharoplasty surgery usually begins with the upper eyelid, followed by the lower part. The next step is related to the removal of fat deposits from both eyelids, with incisions following the natural skin folds. The type of suture is the choice of each surgeon, but it is executed with fine wires that are removed every 7 days.
What you should also know is that postoperative complications are possible locally, including bleeding and infections, but they are extremely rare. The final result will be impressive in most situations, achieving a rejuvenated appearance of physiognomy, but without the possible wrinkle correction.
Preoperative Preparation
Discontinuation of using makeup and medications containing acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin, acilpirine, Anopirine, etc.) is highly recommended at least 3 weeks before surgery. In addition to this, patients must not use eye cream the day before surgery. On the day of surgery, the skin should be carefully skimmed.
This surgery removes excess skin and fat from the eyelids (so-called "bags" under the eyes and the upper eyelid), removing the old and tired look of the eyes. It may also be associated with the lifting of eyebrows. In the event of eye problems, blepharoplasty must be performed in advance. Depending on the age and characteristics of each individual's skin, only fat tissues from the eyelids are chosen.
This kind of surgery can be performed under local anesthesia potentiated by a previously administered medication to remove a possible tension of the patient, or under general anesthesia. The choice of incision is determined by the surgeon during the consultation and the blepharoplasty surgery usually begins with the upper eyelid, followed by the lower part. The next step is related to the removal of fat deposits from both eyelids, with incisions following the natural skin folds. The type of suture is the choice of each surgeon, but it is executed with fine wires that are removed every 7 days.
What you should also know is that postoperative complications are possible locally, including bleeding and infections, but they are extremely rare. The final result will be impressive in most situations, achieving a rejuvenated appearance of physiognomy, but without the possible wrinkle correction.
Preoperative Preparation
Discontinuation of using makeup and medications containing acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin, acilpirine, Anopirine, etc.) is highly recommended at least 3 weeks before surgery. In addition to this, patients must not use eye cream the day before surgery. On the day of surgery, the skin should be carefully skimmed.
