Blepharoplasty (Eyelid lift)

Advances in eyelid surgery have undoubtedly taken into account the changes that occur with time. Gravity, the thinning of the tissues, muscle dynamics, and sun damage can all contribute to undesired effects in the form and position of the eyelids. The ocular globe (eye) in itself lacks expressivity and the transmission of its beauty is entirely a function of the soft tissues that surround it. For this reason this surgery is frequently performed in older patients, combined with a full face lift.

Candidates. Can be men or women from 20 years of age on, whose upper eyelid demonstrates: flaccidity of the skin or muscles, excess wrinkles, loss of the palpebral fold for different reasons, or fatty deposits. In the lower eyelid: increase or herniation of orbital fat (bags under the eyes), skin flaccidity, and wrinkles below and to the sides.

Surgery. Usually this procedure is done with local anesthesia and intravenous sedation. The incisions in the upper eyelid run along the palebral fold to avoid visible scarring following the operation. In the lower eyelid the cut is 1 mm from the edge of the eyelashes, so that no scar is visible. In young patients with minimal excess skin the operation may be performed from within the eyelid (transconjunctivally) to eliminate the external cut altogether. Given that the skin on the eyelids is the thinnest of the body, a very slender thread is used to close the incisions.

Postoperative care. Following 1 hour of surgery, a soft dressing is placed on both eyes, the patient remains in the clinic or hospital for 4 hours, unless a 24 hour stay is preferred. The stitches are removed in 3 days, with relative rest during the first five, and within a week the patient may resume their regular activities, with some temporary restrictions such as sun-bathing and strenuous exercise.

 

eyelid lift
eyelid lift

Appearance before and four months after surgery:
ocular contour has been improved, fatty deposits excised and the upper palebral fold rejuvenated.