Blepharoplasty
BlepharoplastyBlepharoplasty is a surgical technique aimed at improving the appearance of the eyelids and can be performed on the upper eyelid, lower eyelid, or both..
If you suffer from functional or cosmetic problems in the eyelids and want to improve the appearance of the eye and get a more youthful appearance, you can perform blepharoplasty, as it works to eliminate many aesthetic problems that affect the eyelids, which we will learn about in the coming lines.
The problems it addresses Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty technology treats many problems that affect the eyelid, the most prominent of these problems:
- Sagging upper and lower eyelids.
- Excess fat that leads to eyelid puffiness.
- Eyelid wrinkles.
- ptosis.
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Types of eyelid surgery
There are many types of eyelid surgery and differ according to the problem being treated and the types of eyelid surgery:
- Upper eyelid lift.
- Lower eyelid lift surgery.
- Blepharoplasty, which is used to treat eye bags and swollen eyelids.
Conditions for Eyelid Lifting
There are some conditions that must be met to successfully perform blepharoplasty and not to expose the person to any complications, and the most important of these conditions are:
- Customer is usually at least 30 years old.
- The client is in good health and does not suffer from any chronic diseases.
- Customer must be a non-smoker.
- Should not have an infection or serious eye disease.
How is blepharoplasty performed?
Eyelid surgery is performed in several successive steps, including the following:
- Anesthesia of the client with local anesthesia
- Make a small incision in the eyelid.
- Extracting any excess fat in this area, tightening loose skin, and treating wrinkles.
- The incision is finally closed with sutures.
How long does eyelid surgery take?
The duration of blepharoplasty procedure varies from case to case, but usually blepharoplasty takes 60 minutes, and after completion of the procedure, the client can go home the same day.
Tips after eyelid surgery
Here are the most important tips that the client must adhere to in order to maintain the results for the largest possible period, and avoid any complications during the recovery period. The most important of these tips are:
- Do not expose yourself to direct sunlight.
- apply cold compresses to the eyes for ten minutes every hour; This procedure helps to get rid of the tumor in the area around the eye.
- Adherence to applying ointments and eye drops and taking the medications recommended by the doctor.
- Avoid rubbing the eyes completely.
- Avoid using contact lenses for at least two weeks after the procedure.
What are the results of eyelid surgery?
Blepharoplasty is characterized by immediate results, as the client notices that the shape of his eyes and eyelids have become normal after completing the recovery period, which usually does not take more than two weeks.
Why choose Dr. Ahmed Al-Nabi’s clinics?
The clinics of Dr. Ahmed Al-Nabi, a plastic surgeon and body contouring specialist, are among the largest and best plastic clinics in Egypt; This is because she has extensive experience in the field of cosmetics, as well as many advantages that make her the best choice, including:
- Provide the best medical technology used in cosmetic procedures.
- Depends on highly trained and specialized doctors.
- Has the latest therapeutic equipment.
- Provides periodic follow-up with clients.
