An upper eyelid correction aims to remove excess skin, fat, and muscle tissue from the upper eyelid. Common complaints include: tired eyes, drooping eyelids, headaches, and dry eyes.
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On average, we blink 22 times per minute. That is over 1,300 times per hour and, assuming a sixteen-hour awake day, over 20,000 times per day. As a result, the upper eyelid is constantly in motion. What causes drooping eyelids? The main causes are aging and hereditary predisposition. Smoking and excessive exposure to UV radiation, for example from tanning beds, can accelerate skin sagging. Sometimes a physical condition plays a role.
Upper eyelid correction is a common procedure performed under local anesthesia. The procedure takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Swelling and discoloration usually largely subside within one to two weeks; many clients are presentable again after about ten days.
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Many clients experience heavy, tired eyes, but have become accustomed to this over the years. The fact that this is caused by excess skin is often not the first thought. As a result, we see many people only after they have visited an optician, non-specialist doctor, or ophthalmologist. The small muscle that is supposed to keep our upper eyelid open is thin and cannot adequately support the double weight of overhanging skin. You can assess this yourself by looking in the mirror in a relaxed manner, without raising your eyebrows. If only a small amount of upper eyelid skin is visible, there is generally a good indication to have it removed.
Plan for rest after the eyelid correction: you can resume administrative work after three days; do not engage in physical work, caregiving, or hospitality during the first week. Almost everyone experiences swelling, eye irritation, itching, and bruising in the first few days after an upper eyelid correction. Cooling during the first three days (we will provide you with a cooling mask) helps the symptoms subside more quickly. Also, avoid bending over, straining, exertion, and sitting at the computer for long periods so that the swelling can decrease. You are usually presentable again after about ten days; the final result is visible after approximately six months.
Eyelid correction is not a seasonal procedure. We see clients wishing for this procedure all year round. The scar lies largely in the mucous membrane crease and is therefore not exposed to direct sunlight. After every procedure, we recommend applying a high SPF sunscreen to the scar for the first year. Always wear good sunglasses in the sun, both in summer and winter.
Always ensure that you have an upper eyelid correction performed by a medical specialist, such as an ophthalmologist or plastic surgeon who has preferably specialised in cosmetic procedures. Nowadays, eyelid corrections are increasingly performed by non-specialist doctors. As a general rule: have the procedure performed by someone with experience in eyelid surgery with whom you feel comfortable. The risks are then generally low and complications are rare.
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