The eyelid plastic surgery is a popular technique because it gives patients a youthful appearance by removing bags under the eyes, puffiness, and flaccidity in the upper lids.

 

Who can have eyelid plastic surgery? 

Men and women.

 

What is eyelid plastic surgery for?

It removes excess tissue like skin and fat, and surrounding muscles and tendons may be reinforced, improving aesthetics and functional appearance.

  

How is an eyelid plastic surgery performed?

External incisions are made along the natural skin lines of the upper eyelids and below the lashes of the lower eyelids, removing the excess of fat and flaccid skin. These incisions are sutured with fine threads.

 

What about eyelid plastic surgery scars?

Incisions are strategically located and scars are practically invisible. 

 

Duration (average): 90 minutes.

 

Anesthesia: Local with sedation.

 

Hospitalization period: 6 to 12 hours.

 

Suture Removal: After 3 to 5 days.

   

Preoperative Care:

Routine exams, no consumption of drugs that contain acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin, Doril, AAS), no smoking at least 15 days before, avoidance of alcohol, and following the specific indications suggested by the surgeon

 

Postoperative Care:

Avoidance of physical activity and sun exposure. Specific indications suggested by the surgeon.