Can I rejuvenate my eyelids?
Can I rejuvenate my eyelids?
We’re all taking a closer look at our eyes these days – on video conference calls and Facetime, wearing masks, or when we’re out in public.
While we can have some influence over sun exposure and weight loss, we can’t control our genetics or Mother Nature.
But, there are effective options that can rejuvenate the high-profile area around your eyes through surgery.
A blepharoplasty or eyelid reduction surgery, removes the redundant skin and muscle and relocates, re-drapes or removes some of the orbital fat around the eyes.
A blepharoplasty (or eyelid reduction surgery), removes the redundant skin and muscle and relocates, re-drapes or removes some of the orbital fat around the eyes.
Why consider eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery can be performed for a variety of reasons. Our eyelids are home to the thinnest, most delicate skin on our bodies, so it’s no surprise that signs of ageing will begin to appear around our eyes earlier than in most other areas.
Over time, skin can lose its elasticity and begin to hang loosely, causing the upper eyelids to sag or appear hooded making the patient have impaired vision, look tired, sad, or grouchy.
The muscle in the eyes becomes weak, floppy and cannot retain the fat of the eye socket in its normal position: meaning the eyelids bulge. This makes you appear more tired especially in the morning. These changes are called dermatochalasis.
Some people lose fat in the brow region with ageing or when they lose weight, causing a low or deflated look with a fuller upper lid.
Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery can be performed either under a general or local anaesthetic and typically takes up to 90 minutes to complete.
Benefits of eyelid reduction surgery
- Increase your self-confidence and self-esteem
- No more looking ‘tired’ or ‘grumpy’
- Reverses the effects of premature ageing
- Enjoy a fresh and younger look
- Potential to improve your vision
How long does eyelid surgery take to perform?
Blepharoplasty (rejuvenating the upper or lower, or both, eyelids) can be performed either under a general or local anaesthetic and typically takes up to 90 minutes to complete.
When can I go back to work or exercise after eyelid surgery?
Most people get back to their normal activities in about 10-14 days after eyelid surgery, but you should be prepared to take time off work to let your eyelids heal. Your eyelid may be swollen and bruised for 1 to 3 weeks after surgery. The appearance of your eye may continue to get better for 1 to 3 months.
For the first week after the surgery, you should not bend over, lift heavy weights, go biking or jogging, or do high-impact exercises. It is also important to avoid swimming, hot tubs, and saunas for two weeks or more. In most cases, patients are able to resume working out within 4 to 6 weeks.
Going to the gym too soon can disrupt the healing process and might even interfere with the results of the procedure.
How long is the recovery time for eyelid surgery?
Recovery can be broken down into 3 parts: bruising, swelling, and the development of the incision/scar. The incisions will probably look red, much like a black eye.
The bruising goes away first, taking about 2 to 3 weeks. Next is swelling that is much more variable, lasting upwards of 8 weeks or more.
It can take a up to a year or more for the scars to reach their maximum improvement.
How much does eyelid surgery cost?
The investment for eyelid surgery starts at approximately £2,804. This includes your surgeon, the procedure and aftercare.
Actual costs vary depending on the provider hospital you choose to have your surgery with.2,
What are the the risks of eyelid surgery?
Infrequent complications can occur and include bleeding leading to haematoma, infection and adverse scarring.
All surgery has risks, including reaction to anaesthesia and blood clots.
Besides those, rare risks of eyelid surgery include:
- Infection and bleeding
- Dry, irritated eyes
- Difficulty closing the eyes or other eyelid problems
- Noticeable scarring
- Injury to eye muscles
- Skin discoloration
- Temporarily blurred vision or, rarely, loss of eyesight
- The need for follow-up surgery
Summary
Managing your expectations about plastic surgery is important regardless of which procedure you wish to have done.
Before you go ahead, be sure about your reasons for wanting eyelid surgery. Bear in mind the cost, the risks, and the fact the results cannot be guaranteed.
It’s critical to have realistic expectations about plastic surgery, and also to ensure you are on the same page as your surgeon.
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Mr Antony R Fitton qualified at the Royal London Hospital in 1989 with distinction in Surgery. He holds a MB, BS(hons)., MD., FRCS(eng). and FRCS(plast). (Fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons).
He is a member of BAPRAS (British Association for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), BAAPS (British Association for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons), BSSH (British Society for Surgery of the Hand).
Mr Fitton has received the Paton & Masser Award and the CM Matthews Award from the Royal College of Surgeons of England or his research in nerve injury.
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