Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery:
Bepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
General description
Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is a type of plastic surgery to improve your wellness by removing excess fat, muscle and skin from upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty can correct drooping upper eyelids and the sagging in lower ones that make older people look more tired that they really are. Such conditions may also compromise eyesight.
There are certain medical conditions that make eyelid surgery more risky: thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism or Graves disease, high blood pressure, cardiovascular problems and diabetes among others.
Benefits
Ideal candidates for this procedure are people who are healthy, psychologically stable and realistic about their expectations.
Technical description
Procedure – Like any other wellness program that involves surgery, there are some risks involved. Nevertheless, these risks can be minimized if you consult a plastic surgeon and follow his recommendations. Minor complications can be inflammation and double or blurry vision. After this cosmetic surgery, some patients might experience temporary difficulty closing their eyes while sleeping. Another complication, although rare if a good physician is involved, can be ectropion or eyelid reversion, that is the eyelid is turned outwards.
The first consultation is extremely important. Your physician should have a complete record of your medical background. Be honest; mention all your diseases, allergies, and medicine or tobacco consumption. Discuss your expectations and do not hesitate to ask when in doubt.
The plastic surgeon will explain all surgical procedures, the type of anaesthesia needed and the costs. Blepharoplasty is generally performed with local anaesthesia and oral or endovenous sedation, though some doctors prefer general anaesthesia.
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