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Blepharoplasty (Eye Bag Removal Surgery) |
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Blepharoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic
surgical procedures. Eyelid surgery is a procedure to remove fat -
usually along with excess skin and muscle - from the upper and lower
eyelids. Eyelid surgery can lift drooping upper lids and reduce the puffy
eye bags that form below your eyes. This procedure can be done alone or in
conjunction with other plastic
facial surgery procedures such as a
facelift. |
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Eye Bag Removal Surgery Procedure |
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For the upper eyelids the incision is made in the natural crease
line that occurs 1 cm above the eyelashes. The incisions might extend into
the crow's feet or laughter lines at the outer corners of your eyes. Working
through the incisions your surgeon will separate the skin from the
subcutaneous layers and remove excess fat and trim sagging muscle and skin.
The incisions will then be closed with very fine sutures.
For the lower eyelids the incision starts underneath the eyelashes
and extends out 1 cm or so outwards into the crow's feet area, the skin is
then lifted upwards and outwards, gently tensioning the area and overlapping
skin removed. Again the incisions will then be closed with very fine
sutures.
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How long does the surgery take? |
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Blepharoplasty surgery is an operation that usually takes 1.5 to
3 hours to complete using a general anesthetic and normally
includes an overnight stay at the hospital. In certain circumstances it can
be performed as a day case (usually if just the upper eyelids are operated
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What can I expect from the surgery? |
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Your expectations need to be realistic. The positive results of your
refreshing eyes and reduced tired appearance will benefit your self-esteem
and confidence and should last for years.
If you are considering cosmetic surgery you should be as well informed as
possible. To request further information complete our
online enquiry form. |
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Recovery after Blepharoplasty Surgery |
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What will happen in the recovery period? |
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After blepharoplasty surgery, the surgeon will probably lubricate your
eyes with ointment and may apply a bandage. Some bruising and swelling will
be experienced during the first and second weeks, however the majority of
the swelling usually subsides after the first 10 days. Your eyelids may feel
dry at first, but eye drops can help with this. Any sutures are usually
removed after 5 days. Scars will form as a result of the surgery. Overall
these scars heal relatively well, but will differ in each individual
patient. |
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What is the recovery time? |
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Recovery varies from patient to patient and it is advisable to take it
easy for the first week after surgery. Most people are ready to go out and
return to work after a week to 10 days. You should keep your activities to a
minimum for three to five days and avoid more strenuous activities for about
three weeks. |
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