Eyelid Surgery by Dr Chytra

Eyelid Surgery which is also called as Blepharoplasty It involves removing excess drooping skin, muscles and fat pads from near the eyelids. Based on the need of the patient, blepharoplasty can be functional and cosmetic. Functional blepharoplasty is performed solely due to medical reasons. 

An eyelid surgery will not eliminate dark circles under the eyes, crow's feet, or other facial wrinkles. It is often done along with other procedures such as laser resurfacing, filler injections, or forehead lifts.

The Eyelid Aging Process:

As your age increases so does the skin ages, it gradually loses its elasticity. A lack of elasticity and  the constant pull from gravity causes excessive skin to collect on the upper and lower eyelids. Excess skin on the lower eyelid causes wrinkles and bulges. On the upper eyelids, an extra fold of skin can hang over the eyelashes and get in the way of seeing.

Will the Results of Eyelid Surgery Be Permanent?

Upper eyelid surgery can last at least five to seven years. Lower eyelid surgery rarely needs to be repeated. Of course, your eyes will still age after the procedure. If your lids sag again, a forehead lift rather than another eye lift may be the preferred procedure.

How Is Eyelid Surgery Performed?

An eyelift usually takes about two hours if both upper and lower eyelids are done together. Your doctor will most likely use local anesthesia with oral sedation. If you're having all four eyelids done, the surgeon will probably work on the upper lids first. The surgeon will usually cut along the natural lines of your eyelids. Through these cuts, your surgeon will separate the skin from the underlying tissue and remove the excess fat and skin. Next, the surgeon will close those cuts with very small stitches. The stitches in the upper lids will stay for three to six days. The lower lids may or may not require stitches, depending on the technique used. Surgery on the lower eyelids may be done using one of several techniques. 

What Are the Possible Complications From Eyelid Surgery?

Complications and unwanted results from an eye lift are rare, but sometimes they do occur. They can include:
  • Bleeding
  • Infection
  • Dry eyes
  • Abnormal coloring of the eyelids
  • Eyelid skin that folds in or out abnormally
  • Not being able to fully close your eyes
  • A pulled-down lower lid lash line
  • A possible loss of vision 


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