Eyelid Surgery
Description
Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) helps rejuvenate the areas around your eyes by correcting excess fatty deposits, loose and saggy skin, bags under the eyes, droopiness in the eyelids, and fine wrinkles in the lower eyelid. This procedure is done for both men and women who have healthy facial tissue and muscles. If you have any visual or medical conditions consult your doctor about this.
Procedure Length
Eyelid surgery generally takes between one and three hours for both eyes.
Side Effects
Temporarily blurred or impaired vision, dry eyes, difficulty closing your eyes, bruising, tightness of eyelids, and itching may occur.
Recovery
Ointments and oral pain medication may be giving to assist in proper recovery. Patients should return to normal activities within ten days and should be able to read within two to three days.
Risks
Similar to any surgical operation, there are a few risks which can be minimized if the proper doctor is chosen. Some risks of eyelid surgery are scarring, poor wound healing, infection, fluid accumulation, and blood clots.
Results
Many years, sometimes permanent.
Patient Status
Typically outpatient. If outpatient, you should have a driver take you home.
Anesthesia
Intravenous sedation or general anesthesia.