How is Eyelid Surgery Performed?
Upper eyelids are treated by removing excess skin; incisions are placed in the natural creases, so postoperative scars are virtually unnoticeable. It is recommended not only to remove excess skin but also to reduce the fat pads around the eyes. Once this is done, the skin is sutured and covered with a special adhesive strip.
During lower eyelid surgery, the incision is made in the conjunctiva, through which the fat pads are removed, so the postoperative scar is completely invisible. If the lower eyelids have not only fat pads but also a large excess of skin, the incision needs to be made just below the lower eyelashes, and part of the skin is then removed.
Healing usually takes a couple of weeks. However, normal physical activity can be resumed after a few days. Bruising and swelling may persist for several weeks, but sunglasses conceal this well. The cosmetic effect of blepharoplasty can last for many years or even decades, but this largely depends on the patient’s lifestyle and the body’s individual characteristics.
