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Process
What should I do before blepharoplasty?
Medical Video: SurgeonCam Fix Droopy Upper Eyelid Skin With Blepharoplasty | Seattle Blepharoplasty Surgery
Definition
What is blepharoplasty?
Blearoplasty is a surgical repair procedure that enhances the appearance of the eyelids to make them look better. As you age, your eyelids will stretch and the retaining tissue of the eyelids will weaken. As a result, adipose tissue will settle excessively on the upper and lower lids which causes the area around the eyebrows and upper eyelid to relax and swell.
The aging process will not only make you look older, the eye bags will relax more, also reduce the power of vision at the edge of the eye (out of sight), especially vision at the top. Blefaroplasty will alleviate this visual impairment and make your eyes look younger and alive.
When do I need to undergo blefaroplasty?
You will be recommended to undergo blefaroplasty if you have:
- eyes wilt, look depressed, or puffy
- extra skin growth that blocks your peripheral vision
- the lower lid relaxes, showing the white part of the eyeball under the pupil
- additional skin on the upper lid
- eye bags
Prevention & warning
What should I know before I get blepharoplasty?
Blefaroplasty is plastic surgery. Acute or chronic complications are rare, but complications in general may occur in some cases.
The procedure is done in the area of the eye and its surroundings, so the risk of complications will be higher than other plastic surgery.
Blefaroplasty in the upper lid is usually done separately from the lower petal surgery procedure. You will probably be prepared for two surgeries.
It is important for you to know the warnings and precautions before carrying out this test. If you have questions, consult your doctor for further information and instructions.
Process
What should I do before blepharoplasty?
Blefaroplasty is carried out under the influence of anesthesia. You will be injected with anesthesia which makes the eyelids numb.
Generally, you will be asked to fast eating and drinking 6 hours before blepharoplasty. Stop consuming alcohol and use sedatives within 24 hours before you are sedated.
How is the blefaroplasty process?
The blepharoplasty process will differ depending on the procedure details, but generally, the surgeon will:
- make an incision in the fold of skin along the eyelid, to deal with the loosened upper eyelid
- make an incision just below the lash line or inside the lower eyelid (transconjunctival slice), to repair the lower lid
- lifting excess skin, excess fat will be removed or returned to its original position
- tighten the tissue under the petals (like a muscle) with sutures, if needed
- hide the former incision with folds or skin tissue
- close the former incision with sutures, special medical tape, or tissue glue
Tissue glue, or fibrin seal, can be used to unite tissue layers during the procedure and to reduce postoperative bruising. Tissue glue is made of blood-forming elements in humans, which are produced from blood plasma donors. Plasma will be scanned for possible hepatitis, syphilis, and HIV before use. Blood components are given heat treatment to prevent the risk of viral transmission.
Tissue glue has been used for years as a safe and effective binder in cardiovascular surgery and general surgery.
What should I do after blepharoplasty?
You will be able to go home after being watched for several hours in the hospital.
Avoid rough and heavy work, including those that require you to bow, in the first week. You also need to add extra pillows while sleeping to support your head.
Do not dress the eye area or consume alcohol within a few weeks after the procedure, try to cover your face well.
Discuss with your surgeon for further information and instructions.
Complications
Complications?
All surgical procedures run the risk of complications. Some of the complications of blepharoplasty are:
- complications from anesthesia are allergic reactions, and can lead to death (in rare cases)
- bleeding or infection caused by an operating procedure
- blood clots that lead to heart complications that cause death, such as thrombotic coronary heart disease, deep vein thrombosis, or stroke
- temporary or permanent numbness of the skin
- vision blurs or decreased vision
- eyes feel dry or runny
- it is difficult to close the eyes — for example, the upper eyelid opens during sleep. This can make the eyes dry or hurt
- lig lag mark, lower eyelid pulled down. Generally temporary
- the eyelids are reversed, the lower eyelids are pocketed and upside down
- Eyelid disease that is associated with an abnormal position in the upper eyelid or the calyx skin has folds - this condition can occur together with the loosening of the eyebrow and forehead area
- swelling of the inner lower lid, irritating the surface of the eye
- sunken eyes, or look unnatural if too much fat is removed
- inflammation of scars, hives
- bleeding behind the eyeball
- loss of vision, blindness
- need additional surgery to deal with complications
Not all complications are listed here. The risk of complications, even complications that may not be mentioned above, may increase depending on your illness or lifestyle.
If you have questions related to the risk of complications, consult your doctor for a better understanding.
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