Eyelid aesthetics (Blepharoplasty)
Blepharoplasty is an aesthetic-surgical
operation designed to restore the appearance of the eyelids to their former
aesthetic form. The upper and lower eyelids can be treated separately or
together.
Who is suitable for this operation?
Individuals with discomfort over excessive drooping skin in
the upper eyelids or a visual field which limits vision
Those who
have eyelids due to excessive fat accumulation and complain of swelling
People with sagging lower eyelids
People
who have discomfort from excess skin and excessive wrinkles in the lower
eyelids
People who experience loosening of the
lower eyelid, which is dependent on a white part of the eye under the iris
(ectropion status)
How is eyelid aesthetics applied?
The upper eyelid aesthetics are usually performed under local anesthesia. Lower
eyelid surgery may also be performed under local anesthesia. However, your
doctor may be able to recommend general anesthesia because of the longer
duration and perceived pain risk. If the lower and upper eyelids are to be
operated together and the general health of the patient is stable, general
anesthesia may be preferred.
Incisions; the incision is made on the
upper eyelid above the skin fold line, and the lower eyelids are placed 1-2 mm
below the eyelashes. Because the incisions are very well camouflaged, the scars
are virtually invisible.
During eyelid surgery, excess skin, muscle and adipose tissue
are removed, slackening and swelling are eliminated. If necessary, too large
and sagging lacrimal glands can be fixed with sutures to the previous original
site and swellings can be removed. If there is an unpleasant build-up of fat in
the lower eyelids and the skin quality is stable, the eyelid surgery can be
performed by making an incision from the inner part of the eyelid (ie the red
tissue touching the eye) to only the fatty tissue to remove. In this case,
there are no scars on the visible part of the eyelid).
The healing process after eyelid
aesthetics
Swelling and bruising around the eye and eyelids, which may
vary from person to person in varying amounts, are seen after surgery. To
suppress this, immediate cold application, anti-bruising creams and
anti-inflammatory plastic must be used after surgery. The cold application must
be applied sparingly in the first 24 hours and the sculptures for a week.
Antibiotic therapy is also carried out against the risk of infection. Existing
skin sutures are removed after one week. 2 days after eyelid surgery you can go
out in sunglasses. The eyes should be protected from excessive light and dusty
environments. In case of possible irritation, the soothing drops recommended by
ophthalmologists may be used.
What are the risks and
complications of a blepharoplasty operation?
The aesthetic surgery of the eyelids has its own risks and complications
as with any other surgery. Although these are very rare complications, it is in
your own decision to compare the benefits of surgery with the risks. These
risks can be summarized as follows:
Complications of anesthesia
Swelling and bruising on the
eyelids
Bleeding from the cutting lines
Dryness on the eyes
Sensitivity to the sun and bright lights
Development of an infection
The ectropium
Difficulty in opening the eyes (depends on
the swelling)
The eyelids can not be
completely closed (is temporarily dependent on the swelling)
Sensory changes in the eyelids,
numbness
Pain in different proportions
Second surgery due to unwanted
aesthetic results
Unwanted scarring
Eyelid aesthetics is one of the most
effective surgeries that gives the face a young look. It can be performed at
almost any age, the duration is short, is usually trouble-free after the
surgery and a laughing aesthetic procedure. Therefore, it is an almost
indispensable part of facelifting operations.
