Plastic surgery of the eyelids
FAQ
The procedure may be covered by health insurance, however this is only in some very rare cases that are backed up by medical documentation stating that the procedure is for medical reasons. More often than not it is the patient who carries the cost, however this type of procedure is rather inexpensive.
We perform Blepharoplasty (plastic surgery of the eyelids) of the upper as well as the lower eyelids usually separately. It all depends on personal consultation and its outcome.
Where the upper eyelids are concerned, we make the incision in the natural fold of the skin. In case of lower eyelids, we do so below the lower line of the eyelashes. The removal of or excision of excess tissue such as skin and adipocyte fat (bags under the eyes) is part of the procedure.
The plastic surgery of the eyelids is not a complicated procedure. It takes about an hour and it is carried out under local anaesthesia. Tranquilisers may be administered once this has been requested and agreed by the patient.
Blepharoplasty is carried out using non-self-absorbent stitches. We usually remove the stitches one week to 10 days post-surgery. The eyelids are in constant motion and as such it is important for the stitches to withstand this so that the result is as good as it can be.
This is largely individual. Some patients have hardly any swelling while other may have swelling for several weeks. The entire region surrounding the eyes will be swollen for a few days after the surgery and bruising will be present. Generally speaking, the healing process for this type of surgery should be completely over 1‒2 months after the procedure took place.
Do not worry about scarring. The scars fade out about a month after the surgery. We recommend that you keep the wound clean and apply moisturising ointment or cream that has been recommended by your surgeon.
We recommend that you refrain from using eye shadows and other types of decorative cosmetics for at least 2‒3 weeks after the surgery (there is a risk of tinting the fresh scar). There usually are no complications with the eyelid scars. In case that the scar extends beyond the outer boundary of the corner of the eye we strongly recommend that 2 weeks after the procedure you gently massage this part of the scar (your surgeon will explain). If all the recommendations are followed, then a long lasting or permanent result may be expected.
Yes, you will be able to see immediately however we recommend that you refrain from driving after undergoing the surgery. It is advisable to arrange for someone to accompany you home.
We recommend that you apply cold press only the first 1‒2 days after the surgery. You may use cooling gel pads that are available over the counter at any pharmacy or drugstore. We also recommend that you rest and sleep with you head in a slightly elevated position.
The post-operation healing process is largely individual. It is the same with speeding up the actual healing process. The healing process may be assisted by taking homeopathic medication with extracts from Arnica Montana or products such as Wobenzym. However, using the above suggested products do not guarantee a faster healing process.
You should rest your eyes for 2‒3 days after the surgery. You should not read, work on your computer or watch television. Refrain from sudden sharp movements, bending over or excessive physical exertion for at least one week after the surgery. We also recommend that you sleep on your back (about 2 weeks after the surgery). We do not recommend that you partake in any of the above-mentioned activities for at least 1 month after the surgery.
Excessive blood circulation and over-heating in the place of the incision is not advisable. UV radiation on the other hand may cause unwanted pigmentation of the scar.
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