Eyelid surgery is a surgical procedure in which excess skin, fat, and sometimes muscle are removed from the upper or lower eyelids. The goal of the procedure is to correct drooping eyelids, bags under the eyes, and wrinkles, making the face look fresher. There are two main types of eyelid surgery: upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery. Despite the popularity of eyelid surgery, many myths still persist.
While many people undergo eyelid surgery for aesthetic reasons, such as reducing bags or drooping eyelids, the procedure can also have functional benefits. With upper eyelid surgery, excess skin can obstruct the field of vision, making driving, reading, and other daily activities difficult. This can be remedied with the procedure, and in this case, the procedure is functional.
Many people think that eyelid surgery is painful, but that is usually not the case. Prior to the procedure, a numbing cream is applied to the eyelids. This cream serves as a pre-anesthesia for the actual local anesthesia. This numbs the eyelids, meaning the client usually feels very little during the procedure. After the surgery, there may be some swelling and discomfort, but this is usually mild and short-lived.
Some people think that lower eyelid surgery is only beneficial for people with extremely swollen bags under the eyes. In reality, the procedure can also be performed on people with mild bags or sagging skin. A fresher appearance can be achieved with the procedure.
Although most clients are older, younger people can also experience problems, such as a genetic predisposition to drooping eyelids. This can result in a tired or aged appearance at any age, making eyelid correction beneficial even at a younger age.
Lower eyelid correction is not necessarily advised at a younger age. The skin is often still tight at that stage, meaning a scar under the lash line may remain more visible than a scar in the crease following upper eyelid correction.
While surgeons strive for symmetry, it is important to know that no face is perfectly symmetrical. Some asymmetry is normal, both before and after surgery. However, an experienced surgeon will attempt to maintain the natural balance of the face.
Although lower eyelid surgery can help remove fat deposits that cause bags under the eyes, it is not always a solution for dark circles. Dark circles can have multiple causes, such as pigmentation or thin skin. In such cases, an additional treatment, such as laser treatment, may be considered.
Although recovery can take some time, it is often shorter than many people think. You can usually resume administrative work three days after the procedure; if you perform physical work or work in healthcare or the hospitality industry, we advise against working for the first week. There may be swelling and discoloration; these usually largely disappear within one to two weeks, and many clients are presentable again after about ten days. Of course, the scar is still visibly present. The scar is often most visible around three months after the procedure. During this period, the scar is at its reddest or pinkest; after this, this decreases, and the scar continues to fade.
A well-executed eyelid correction is intended to make subtle improvements without altering the natural appearance of the face. The goal is to provide a fresher, more rested look, without drastic changes to your face.
Eyelid correction provides a long-lasting, but not permanent, result. The result typically lasts for many years; however, natural skin aging continues. This means that some sagging may occur again over time.
Eyelid correction is one of the most common cosmetic procedures. Although every surgical procedure carries risks, eyelid corrections are generally considered relatively safe procedures. The result is usually visible quickly, and the chance of complications is small but not impossible. Rare complications include post-operative bleeding, infection, slight asymmetry, or a more noticeable scar. We will discuss all risks with you during the consultation.
Eyelid correction is a common procedure that can reduce aesthetic and functional concerns around the eyes. The results typically last for many years; however, natural skin aging continues. Initial recovery takes about one to two weeks, and the changes are subtle, so you look fresher without a drastic change to your face. As with any procedure, it is important to have realistic expectations and to be well informed by a qualified doctor.
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