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Top Patient Questions about Blepharoplasty

For most people, drooping or sagging eyelids are simply a part of the aging process. However for some, this issue may impair vision or create a tired look, causing a person to lose their self-confidence.

Blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery) is a commonly-performed operation that removes folds of skin from the upper eyelids and eye bags from the lower eyelids. The procedure, often called an “eye lift,” is designed to rejuvenate the appearance of the area surrounding the eyes, leaving the patients with a more rested, alert look.

Let’s take a closer look at this surgery, and find out what the most frequently asked patient questions are about this procedure.

Top Patient Questions about Blepharoplasty

  1. Who is the ideal surgeon to undertake a blepharoplasty? Since the eyes are precious, special care must be taken by surgeons to assess them properly prior to eyelid surgery and to protect them during the course of surgery. A skilled, experienced surgeon, trained in both ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery, is ideally placed to undertake this surgery for patients.
  2. How can patients avoid an ‘operated’ look from cosmetic surgery on the lower eyelids? Patients can avoid an ‘operated’ look by undergoing the surgery via an incision on the inside of the lower eyelids, i.e. a transconjunctival lower eyelid blepharoplasty, with fat being repositioned over the tear trough area to help to improve lower eyelid dark circles or hollows (‘tear trough defects’).
  3. How can patients avoid a hollow-eyed look following a blepharoplasty? Patients can avoid a hollow-eyed look by avoiding fat removal in the lower eyelids and relying on fat repositioning instead. In the upper eyelids,  the inner fat can be gently reduced, but the central fat pads should be left undisturbed in most patients, leaving the eyes looking younger, and avoiding that sunken, hollow-eyed look.
  4. What is the best form of anaesthesia for a blepharoplasty? ‘Twilight anaesthesia’ is the most effective form of anaesthesia for this procedure, as it is associated with minimal bleeding and a smooth recovery period. ‘Twilight anaesthesia’ also helps patients to avoid coughing (typically associated with recovery from a general anaesthetic), which can cause more bruising and swelling to occur.
  5. Why do I need to avoid Aspirin and anti-inflammatory medicines for 2 weeks before surgery? These medicines should be avoided as they thin the blood and can cause more bleeding during surgery, while also resulting in more marked bruising following the procedure.  If you are medically required to take these kinds of medicines however, make sure you discuss this with your surgeon.
  6. Why might I need a brow lift with an upper-lid blepharoplasty? A drooping of the eyebrows can cause many patients to have the appearance of loose skin folds in the upper eyelids.  An upper-lid blepharoplasty alone cannot elevate a drooping brow, but combining this procedure with a brow lift can be an effective solution.

Blepharoplasty in Manchester

To learn more about blepharoplasty, contact us today and schedule a consultation. Our clinic is located in South Manchester, not far from the airport, and you can reach us at 0161 947 2720. We look forward to hearing from you.

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