Upper Blepharoplasty
Upper Blepharoplasty And
Lower Blepharoplasty
Anesthesia:
General
Surgery Duration:
60m
Pain:
Middle
Corset:
None
Hospital Stay:
1 Night
Recovery Time:
2-4 week
Dressing Duration:
5 Day
Upper Blepharoplasty
Surgical AestheticsAs we age, our skin begins to sag, and one of the most noticeable areas affected by this is the eyelids. Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to correct sagging eyelid skin, restoring a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
How is blepharoplasty performed?
Blepharoplasty is performed under local anesthesia, making it a painless procedure. The average procedure time is 30 minutes. Before the surgery, the patient is re-evaluated, and the excess skin is marked to create a personalized plan. The excess eyelid skin is removed, and any bulging fat pads are corrected.
As we age, our skin begins to sag, and one of the most noticeable areas affected by this is the eyelids. Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to correct sagging eyelid skin, restoring a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
How is blepharoplasty performed?
Blepharoplasty is performed under local anesthesia, making it a painless procedure. The average procedure time is 30 minutes. Before the surgery, the patient is re-evaluated, and the excess skin is marked to create a personalized plan. The excess eyelid skin is removed, and any bulging fat pads are corrected.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Are there visible scars?
Any incision will leave a scar, but the eyelid skin is one of the most forgiving areas for scarring. The incision is placed in the natural crease of the eyelid, minimizing the visibility of the scar. Scar-reducing creams can be used to support the healing process. The scar will be more noticeable in the first three months, but it will significantly fade within a year.
Who is a good candidate?
Anyone over 18 years old with sagging, excess, or puffy upper eyelids can undergo this procedure. Blepharoplasty is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries worldwide. However, in some cases, the cause of the skin fold may be a drooping brow. In such cases, the solution is not to remove excess skin but to lift the drooping brow back into its original position. Therefore, a consultation with a plastic surgeon is essential before the procedure.
Can it be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Blepharoplasty is often combined with facelifts, forehead lifts, mid-face lifts, and temporal lifts.
Is Botox an alternative to this surgery?
No. Botox prevents wrinkles caused by movement, while surgery corrects the eyelid deformity caused by excess skin, which is present even at rest.
What is the recovery process like?
For the first 3-4 days, you may experience some additional swelling and bruising depending on your genetic factors and skin sensitivity. There will be a special tape over the stitches. The tape will be removed after the first week. The hidden stitches will be removed easily and painlessly in a single maneuver.
When can I return to my daily routine?
We recommend resting at home for the first 1-2 days after the surgery. Since the incision is covered with tape, you can go outside wearing sunglasses on the second day. You can return to your normal life after the stitches are removed within a week.
When will I see the final results?
The time it takes to see the final results can vary depending on individual genetic makeup and environmental factors. However, on average, there may be slight swelling for the first two months. The full recovery process takes about 6-12 months.
Are there visible scars?
Any incision will leave a scar, but the eyelid skin is one of the most forgiving areas for scarring. The incision is placed in the natural crease of the eyelid, minimizing the visibility of the scar. Scar-reducing creams can be used to support the healing process. The scar will be more noticeable in the first three months, but it will significantly fade within a year.
Who is a good candidate?
Anyone over 18 years old with sagging, excess, or puffy upper eyelids can undergo this procedure. Blepharoplasty is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries worldwide. However, in some cases, the cause of the skin fold may be a drooping brow. In such cases, the solution is not to remove excess skin but to lift the drooping brow back into its original position. Therefore, a consultation with a plastic surgeon is essential before the procedure.
Can it be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Blepharoplasty is often combined with facelifts, forehead lifts, mid-face lifts, and temporal lifts.
Is Botox an alternative to this surgery?
No. Botox prevents wrinkles caused by movement, while surgery corrects the eyelid deformity caused by excess skin, which is present even at rest.
What is the recovery process like?
For the first 3-4 days, you may experience some additional swelling and bruising depending on your genetic factors and skin sensitivity. There will be a special tape over the stitches. The tape will be removed after the first week. The hidden stitches will be removed easily and painlessly in a single maneuver.
When can I return to my daily routine?
We recommend resting at home for the first 1-2 days after the surgery. Since the incision is covered with tape, you can go outside wearing sunglasses on the second day. You can return to your normal life after the stitches are removed within a week.
When will I see the final results?
The time it takes to see the final results can vary depending on individual genetic makeup and environmental factors. However, on average, there may be slight swelling for the first two months. The full recovery process takes about 6-12 months.
Lower Blepharoplasty
Just like the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids also age over time. This aging process can lead to excess skin and the formation of bags. Lower eyelid surgery is an ideal solution for these issues.
What is the procedure like?
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia in an operating room and typically takes about an hour. During the consultation, the excess skin and bags are evaluated, and incisions are planned accordingly. In our practice, we make an incision just below the lash line to remove the excess skin. The skin is then repaired with special aesthetic stitches, which are commonly known as hidden stitches. This helps to conceal the scar along the lash line. Patients are usually advised to stay overnight in the hospital for observation and can return home the following morning.
Who is a suitable candidate?
Anyone over 18 years old with bags or excess skin in the lower eyelids due to genetic or environmental factors is a suitable candidate for this procedure.
Can it be combined with other surgeries?
Yes. Just like upper eyelid surgery, it can be performed simultaneously with facelifts, mid-face lifts, brow lifts, and temporal lifts.
Will there be visible scars?
Since the incision is made right at the lash line, the scar will be hidden in this area. After surgery, it is recommended to use scar-reducing creams, protect the area from the sun, and wear sunglasses.
What is the post-operative process like?
Patients are monitored overnight in the hospital. The following morning, after a check-up, they can be discharged. There will be a tape to cover the stitches. These stitches are self-dissolving and do not need to be removed. In the first week, it is recommended to use prescribed creams and eye drops. Cold compresses are recommended for the first 3 days. A follow-up check-up is performed after one week, and the tape is removed.
Just like the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids also age over time. This aging process can lead to excess skin and the formation of bags. Lower eyelid surgery is an ideal solution for these issues.
What is the procedure like?
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia in an operating room and typically takes about an hour. During the consultation, the excess skin and bags are evaluated, and incisions are planned accordingly. In our practice, we make an incision just below the lash line to remove the excess skin. The skin is then repaired with special aesthetic stitches, which are commonly known as hidden stitches. This helps to conceal the scar along the lash line. Patients are usually advised to stay overnight in the hospital for observation and can return home the following morning.
Who is a suitable candidate?
Anyone over 18 years old with bags or excess skin in the lower eyelids due to genetic or environmental factors is a suitable candidate for this procedure.
Can it be combined with other surgeries?
Yes. Just like upper eyelid surgery, it can be performed simultaneously with facelifts, mid-face lifts, brow lifts, and temporal lifts.
Will there be visible scars?
Since the incision is made right at the lash line, the scar will be hidden in this area. After surgery, it is recommended to use scar-reducing creams, protect the area from the sun, and wear sunglasses.
What is the post-operative process like?
Patients are monitored overnight in the hospital. The following morning, after a check-up, they can be discharged. There will be a tape to cover the stitches. These stitches are self-dissolving and do not need to be removed. In the first week, it is recommended to use prescribed creams and eye drops. Cold compresses are recommended for the first 3 days. A follow-up check-up is performed after one week, and the tape is removed.
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