Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) for a More Vibrant and Youthful Look
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Frequently Asked Questions
Since the surgery is performed under local anesthesia, you will not feel any pain. After the surgery, there may be some mild soreness or discomfort, but this can be easily controlled with pain relievers prescribed by your doctor.
You can typically start wearing makeup after the swelling and bruising have subsided, usually 10-14 days after the surgery. It's important to wait for your doctor's approval, especially for makeup applied around your eyes.
Since the surgical incisions are made in the natural creases of the eyelids or along the lash lines, the scars become almost invisible once healing is complete.
Immediately after the surgery, there might be slight blurry vision or watering of the eyes. This is temporary and returns to normal shortly. The surgery does not cause any permanent negative effects on your vision; on the contrary, it can be beneficial by expanding your field of vision in some cases.
It is generally a suitable operation for individuals aged 35 and older. However, due to genetic predisposition, it may be needed at a younger age. The most accurate assessment requires a consultation with a specialist.
The eyes are the most striking and expressive part of the face. However, due to aging, genetics, and lifestyle factors, sagging and bags in the eyelids can make your facial expression look tired, unhappy, and older. Blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery, is an aesthetic operation aimed at correcting these issues to give you a more vibrant and youthful gaze.
Who is a Candidate?
Those with sagging and drooping upper eyelids.
Those who complain of bags and puffiness under their eyes.
People who look tired or old due to eyelid sagging.
Individuals who are in good general health and are deemed suitable for the surgery.
Those whose field of vision is restricted due to eyelid sagging.
What is Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin, muscle, and fat tissue from the upper or lower eyelids. This surgery corrects drooping eyelids, eliminates under-eye bags, and gives the area around the eyes a smoother appearance. The surgery has both an aesthetic and a functional purpose; in some cases, it also treats upper eyelid sagging that restricts the field of vision.
Advantages of the Procedure
- Youthful and Dynamic Gaze: It eliminates the tired expression in the eyelids, rejuvenating the area around the eyes.
- Expanded Field of Vision: It widens the field of vision restricted by sagging in the upper eyelid.
- Reduced Appearance of Fine Lines: It improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
- Long-Lasting Results: The effects of the operation generally remain permanent for many years.
Surgery and Recovery Process
Eyelid surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia and takes 1 to 2 hours. Small incisions are made in the natural crease line for the upper eyelid and just below the lash line for the lower eyelid. This ensures that the scars are nearly invisible after healing.
After the surgery, mild swelling, bruising, and a feeling of dryness are normal. This condition resolves within a few weeks. Applying cold compresses and keeping your head elevated in the first few days will speed up the recovery process. Most patients can return to their normal lives within a few days. The full results, however, may take a few months to become apparent.
Procedure Duration
Eyelid surgery is typically completed in 1 to 2 hours. If both the upper and lower lids are being operated on at the same time, this period may be slightly longer.
Hospital Stay Duration
Eyelid surgery is generally an outpatient procedure. Therefore, patients are usually discharged on the same day as the surgery.
Duration of Stay in Turkey
Since you live in Istanbul, this heading may not apply to you. However, you will need to be available in Istanbul for a certain period for your follow-up appointments and check-ups after the surgery. A 7-10 day period is generally sufficient for stitch removal and the control process.