Eyelid Aesthetics

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Eyelid aesthetics, i.e. blepharoplasty, is an aesthetic surgical procedure applied to the eyelids and tightening the parts around the eyes. Mostly after the ages of 35 and 40, sagging of the upper eyelids, bagging under the eyes and wrinkles are seen. This gives the person a sad and tired appearance. To prevent this appearance, excess skin on the eyelid is removed. In this way, the person will have a younger and fresh look. Eyelid aesthetic surgeries are generally more needed after the age of 35. The surgical risks of these aesthetic applications are low. Due to hereditary reasons, some people have disturbing problems with their eyelids at a young age. In these people, eyelid aesthetic surgery can be applied at an early age. Before eyelid aesthetics is performed, the eyebrow position of the person should be examined very well. If the person has low eyebrows, eyebrow lift surgery should also be among the operations to be considered.

Can eyelid surgery be applied to everyone?

Since the eye skin is the thinnest skin in our body, it is also the most easily wrinkled area. Although it is possible to temporarily correct these wrinkles around the eyes with Botox, eyelid surgery should definitely be performed for a permanent solution. Eyelid surgery is a method that can be easily applied to anyone and at any age where these wrinkles and deformations are present.

Will there be a scar on my eye after eyelid surgery?

During eyelid surgery, the excess skin on the upper eyelid is removed with a simple method and sewn into the existing line in the area. Likewise, if there is an excess in the lower eyelid, the skin is opened with a line just below the eyelash and the fatty tissue inside is removed, then the lower eyelid is closed again. In short, this line formed during the surgery will remain just below the eyelashes and will not be visible.

How long does the surgery take?

Eyelid surgery is a simple surgery that is usually performed under local anesthesia or sedation. Upper eyelid surgery takes approximately half an hour and lower eyelid surgery usually takes an hour. Upper and lower eyelid surgery can be performed at the same time. In this case, the surgery will be completed in 1.5 hours.

Can I return to my normal life immediately after eyelid surgery?

Since eyelid surgery is an extremely simple operation, the patient can return home on the same day. The day after the surgery, the patient will be able to watch television and read books easily. After the surgery, the stitches on the eyelid will be removed within a week after the surgery. In short, the person will be able to continue his/her normal life immediately after the surgery.

What should I pay attention to after eyelid surgery?

After the eyelid surgery, there will be thin short bands in that area, but there is no need to close the eyes. After the surgery, the patient is recommended to lie on a high pillow. Since eyelid aesthetic surgery is a simple surgery, the patient can return to normal life after 1-2 days of rest.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who Can Have Eyelid Lift Surgery?

Every healthy adult can have eyelid aesthetics. However, most people who want to have eyelid aesthetics are over the age of 35. People with a genetic predisposition to eyelid sagging may prefer to have this surgery at an earlier age. The point that should be emphasized is the patient's expectations. Any adult who has sagging eyelids, has problems due to cosmetic problems and has realistic expectations from surgery can have surgery.

Is Eyelid Aesthetics Painful?

No. Since the surgery will be performed under anesthesia, the patient will not feel any pain or ache during the operation.

Does Eyelid Aesthetics Enlarge Eyes?

Since blepharoplasty surgery removes excess muscle tissue from the eyelids, the operation may make the eyes appear larger, but the surgery does not change the actual size of the eyes.