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Duration of Treatment: About 1-3 hrs
Stay Duration: 1-2 days (in hospital), 2-4 days (outside hospital)
Cost: 1500-3000USD (depending upon the choice of hospital, surgeon)
*The cost of surgery depends on various factors, it is only a rough estimate. Final treatment plan and costs are shared, after consultation with the hospitals and their judgement.
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure performed to improve the appearance of the eyelids. It targets sagging, excess skin, and fat deposits around the eyes, which can create a tired or aged look. The surgery can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, depending on the patient's needs and concerns.
Youthful Appearance: Eyelid surgery can help to reduce sagging skin, wrinkles, and puffiness around the eyes. This can create a more youthful and refreshed appearance by addressing signs of aging.
Improved Vision: In some cases, excess skin on the upper eyelids can obstruct the visual field and impair peripheral vision. Eyelid surgery can remove this excess skin, improving both the aesthetic appearance and vision.
Enhanced Confidence: Many individuals are self-conscious about puffiness, droopiness, or bags under the eyes. Eyelid surgery can provide a boost in self-confidence by addressing these concerns and creating a more rejuvenated look.
Natural-Looking Results: A skilled plastic surgeon can achieve subtle and natural-looking results with eyelid surgery. The goal is to enhance the eyes while maintaining your unique facial features and expressions.
Long-Lasting Effects: While eyelid surgery doesn't halt the aging process, its effects are long-lasting. The improvements achieved through the procedure can provide lasting benefits for many years.
Pre-Procedure
Consultation: The patient meets with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss their goals and concerns about the appearance of their eyelids.
Evaluation: The surgeon examines the patient's eyelids, facial features, and overall health to determine the best approach for the procedure.
Treatment Plan: Based on the patient's desired outcome and the surgeon's evaluation, a personalized treatment plan is developed.
Procedure
Anesthesia: Eyelid surgery can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the surgery and the patient's preference.
Incisions: For upper eyelid surgery, the surgeon creates incisions in the natural creases of the eyelids to remove excess skin and fat. For lower eyelid surgery, the incisions are usually made just below the lower lash line.
Fat and Skin Removal: The surgeon removes excess fat and skin from the eyelids to improve their appearance and reduce puffiness and sagging.
Tightening of Muscles: If necessary, the surgeon may tighten the underlying muscles to enhance the eyelids' contour.
Incision Closure: The incisions are carefully closed with fine sutures to minimize scarring.
Post-Procedure
Recovery: After the surgery, the patient is monitored in a recovery area before being allowed to go home the same day. Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are normal and typically subside over the following weeks.