Blepharoplasty

Eyelid correction – a second youthful look

Blepharoplasty is a procedure for patients who want to change the appearance of the upper and/or lower eyelids. The procedure is performed for both aesthetic and health reasons. The treatment allows you to restore the rested look of your entire face and make it look younger. Moreover, it improves the shape of the eye and reduces "bags" under the eyes. It also increases the field of view.

What is blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery, is one of the most frequently performed anti-aging procedures. The procedure is performed to improve the appearance of the eye area. Blepharoplasty allows you to remove selected signs of aging and correct changes that are responsible for a tired appearance. The procedure is also performed for health reasons, e.g. when the loose skin of the upper eyelids falls on the eyelashes and limits the field of vision.

What are the goals of blepharoplasty?

The goals of blepharoplasty include improving the appearance of drooping or sagging upper eyelids, removing excess skin on the upper or lower eyelids, and removing "bags" under the eyes.

Who is an eyelid lift for?

At the Dr Parda Piaseczno clinic, we perform eyelid correction procedures on both women and men. Middle-aged patients are most often eligible for the procedure. However, we also perform blepharoplasty on people from other age groups. This is due to the fact that problems with sagging skin or weakening of the orbicularis oculi muscle may be related not only to the aging process, but also to genetic predispositions. They may also be the result of increased exposure to environmental factors, such as UV radiation.

Preparation for blepharoplasty at the Dr Parda Piaseczno clinic

Before the eyelid correction procedure, a consultation takes place during which we qualify the patient for the procedure. Due to natural anatomical differences, each patient has slightly different needs, which affects the scope of the procedure.

Before blepharoplasty, a patient qualified for the procedure should undergo the following tests:

• blood count with smear
• blood coagulation factors (APTT/INR)
• electrolyte levels (Na-sodium, K-potassium).

You cannot take medications containing acetylsalicylic acid or vitamin E 10 days before the procedure. It is also recommended to stop smoking. Women should not have surgery while menstruating.

What does blepharoplasty look like?

At Dr Parda Warszawa, we perform eyelid correction under local infiltration anesthesia. The procedure takes 1-1.5 hours. Its course varies depending on which eyelids we operate on.

In the case of upper eyelid correction, the incision is made in the palpebral fold, i.e. in the place that constitutes its natural depression. After opening the tissues, we remove excess skin. Depending on the need, the doctor may also correct the orbicularis oculi muscle and excess peribulbar fat tissue. Then he shapes the natural crease of the eyelid, sews it with very thin threads and applies a dressing.

Blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid involves making an incision from its inner side. After opening it, the doctor removes excess fat and, as a result, reduces the "bag" under the eye. If the patient also has the problem of loose skin, the incision is made exactly at the eyelash line to reduce excess skin in this area.

Is eyelid correction surgery safe?

Blepharoplasty, like any surgical procedure, may involve the risk of complications. The most common ailments include swelling. Bruising and difficulty seeing may also occur. The symptoms mentioned are temporary. Other complications after eyelid surgery are rare, and the risk of their occurrence can be reduced by entrusting the procedure to an experienced specialist.

What is recovery after eyelid lift?

On the day of undergoing eyelid correction, the patient goes home. However, blepharoplasty requires from several days to several weeks of convalescence, depending on the natural predispositions of the patient's body.

The dressing is removed the second day after the eyelid correction procedure. In the first days after the surgery, there is slight swelling and bruising around the eyes. During this time, we suggest using cold compresses, avoiding unnecessary physical exercise and using a special ointment to accelerate healing. You should also use fresh towels and change the pillowcases. It is also recommended to avoid sun exposure. It is a good idea to wear dark glasses to protect against sunlight for a few weeks after the procedure.

Depending on the rate of swelling disappearance, post-operative stitches are removed 7 to 14 days after the eyelid lift. After about two weeks, patients can apply makeup. By this time you can usually return to work.

Eyelid correction results

The full effect of the eyelid correction procedure is visible a few weeks after its completion. After blepharoplasty, the entire face looks younger and more rested. The treatment also improves the field of vision and comfort of life. Patients of the Dr Parda Warszawa clinic also admit that their self-confidence and self-esteem have increased thanks to the procedure.

Over time, eyelid lift scars become pale and less visible. The plastic surgery results last for a long time. Years later, when the eyelids naturally sag again, the procedure can be repeated.

Advantages:

• reduction of eyelid ptosis
• "opening" the eye
• improving visual comfort
• changing the shape of the eye

Application:

• lifting the upper eyelid
• reduction of "bags" under the eyes
• reduction of the "trough of tears"
• lifting the corners of the eyes

Contraindications:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding
• viral and bacterial infections
• tendency to keloids
• abnormal test results
• cancer diseases