Blepharoplasty is the operation that "adorns our eyes," allowing us to shine and be resonant, both
emotionally and aesthetically. Our beauty is often identified with the beauty of the eyes. The eye
area is the most delicate because the facial layer is thin and transparent and widely exposed to
aggressive internal and external agents. Sun damage, years of weight, genetic predisposition, and
stress determine an unpleasant appearance of the eyelids that manifests with a decrease in skin in the
upper eyelid region and in the lower part, the so-called eyebrows, and this phenomenon occurs in both
sexes. Therefore, in both sexes, there can be eyelid ptosis and accumulation of fat in some areas that
disrupt facial harmony. Besides anesthetics, drooping eyelids can reduce the eye area: this stunning
drooping palate and sad eyes create the image of a tired and outdated face. Aesthetic eyelid surgery
addresses a wide variety of situations, some are only related to the aesthetic appearance of the
eyelids and are essentially due to aging phenomena of the skin and muscle tissues that determine an
increase in skin at the level of the lower eyelids and at the level of the upper eyelids, or even the
appearance of fat hernias. In other cases, aesthetic eyelid surgery aims to correct functional defects
that also have an aesthetic equivalence: this is the case of eyelid ptosis (eyelid ptosis). Eyelid
decline is characterized by a change in the eyelid lifting mechanism due to neuromuscular problems or
defects of the anatomical unit consisting of the eyelid lifting muscle and its tendon. The purpose of
blepharoplasty is to achieve new eyelids in harmony with the face to restore its naturalness and
beauty. Blepharoplasty restores the freshness and tone of the eyelids for a more vibrant and youthful
appearance, with excellent results that improve self-esteem and performance in daily life.
The
mastery of dermolife surgeons based on in-depth knowledge, years of experience, cutting-edge
techniques in the field of aesthetic surgery, combined with their extraordinary sensitivity to beauty,
allows our surgeons to achieve the highest results, namely new eyelids, toned and a more vibrant and
youthful appearance, because DERMOLIFE® GUARANTEES HEALTH AND BEAUTY.
DERMOLIFE® aesthetic
surgeons provide advice on the blepharoplasty procedure if you have:
► Bags around the eyes
due to fat accumulation
► Excess skin on the eyes and drooping eyelids that worsen appearance and
produce a tired look
► Release of the lower eyelid (skin and muscles) that makes it difficult for
the lower eyelid to meet the eyeball causing eye irrigation and redness of the conjunctiva
►
Swelling of the eyelids over the years or even due to family inheritance
It is recommended to apply ice packs to the eyes immediately after surgery and the next day to
help remove swelling and bruising. Afterwards, moistened gauze compresses with chamomile are
required to accelerate wound healing. Early wound examinations and treatments are scheduled after
2 - 4 days, lesion removal after 7 - 10 days. Glasses can be used 24 hours after surgery, while
contact lenses can be used after 7-10 days. Swelling level is significantly reduced 2 - 3 weeks
after. Eyes may be temporarily sensitive to light and may have tearing or dryness of the
conjunctiva. Eye drops are recommended to alleviate bothersome feelings. Wearing dark sunglasses
for several weeks is advised to protect the eyes from wind and dust. Avoiding excessive and
unnecessary exertion during the postoperative period is recommended. Sun exposure with protective
filters is advised after 4 weeks.
The competence of DERMOLIFE® surgeons based on in-depth
knowledge, years of experience, cutting-edge techniques in the field of aesthetic surgery,
combined with their extraordinary sensitivity to beauty, allows our surgeons to achieve the
highest results for each individual, because DERMOLIFE® GUARANTEES HEALTH AND BEAUTY.
PROCEDURE
1. CONSULTATION
Blepharoplasty is a highly personalized procedure and as such requires very detailed specialist consultation. During the initial visit, the DERMOLIFE® surgeon will assess the bone structure, skin and muscle characteristics around the eyes, the presence of aesthetic or functional defects, and will illustrate all the goals and aesthetic results that you can achieve. have concrete and realistic expectations. The DERMOLIFE® surgeon also evaluates your health to exclude various diseases, blood clotting problems or skin rashes that may affect the final outcome of the surgery. Before surgery, our surgeon will provide you with precise instructions on nutrition before and after surgery, medication administration, and alcohol and tobacco consumption. You should also undergo some tests in advance, such as a cardiological visit, a lung X-ray and some standard blood and urine tests. After summarizing all the answers to these exams, it is the turn of a consultation with our staff anesthesiologist to decide on the general health status and the opportunity to perform the surgery in question. At the end of the consultation, the surgeon, after an open and very informative conversation, will choose with you the most appropriate surgical procedure for your case. The goal of DERMOLIFE® surgeons is to develop new eyelids in line to restore their naturalness and beauty. Blepharoplasty restores freshness and tone to the eyelids providing a more vibrant and youthful appearance. Excellent results improve self-esteem and performance in everyday life.
2. ANESTHESIA
In case of surgical intervention, one of the most common concerns is anesthesia. In any case, DERMOLIFE® staff prefers to choose, where possible, local sedation anesthesia and avoid general anesthesia, ensuring an immediate recovery of the person following the intervention compared to general anesthesia. Local anesthesia is performed with some minor injections in the area of the surgical intervention to alleviate pain. While sedation consists of the intravenous injection of drugs that reduce anxiety and induce a state of light sleep or slightly deeper sleep. The person is relaxed and partially conscious. It is worth noting that in local anesthesia intubation is not used by holding the person breathing spontaneously, avoiding the use of devices that ensure breathing during general anesthesia.
3. INTERVENTION
In any case, the DERMOLIFE® staff aims to provide the person with a regular and painless surgical experience. The operation is performed following a precise protocol that guarantees maximum quality and safety, achieving excellent results without leaving marks. Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper, lower eyelids, or both (complete blepharoplasty). The blepharoplasty surgical procedure is relatively short and lasts on average from 20 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. It is almost always performed with local anesthesia and sedation. This intervention, advisable for women and men, is already being implemented in a minimally invasive way. The classic method of blepharoplasty consists of removing two semicircular strips of skin, together with some fats in the area of interest, through an incision in the part where the eyelid is normally folded (for the upper eyelid) and under the eyelashes for the lower eyelid. With this technique, it is possible to remove excess skin and fat and reshape the muscle. The stitches are delicately made with very fine brushes and the marks are completely invisible, as they correspond to the natural layers of the upper eyelid skin and are located on the lower eyelids. You should return home within the day, usually 2-3 hours after surgery. World-renowned DERMOLIFE® surgeons guarantee amazing results, as DERMOLIFE® GUARANTEES HEALTH AND BEAUTY.
4. POST-INTERVENTION
DERMOLIFE® surgeons will assist you until complete recovery. After surgery, some small surgical strips are applied which are kept for several days. It is recommended to apply ice packs to the eyes immediately after surgery and the next day to help remove swelling and bruising. Afterwards, moistened gauze compresses with chamomile are required to accelerate wound healing. Early wound examinations and treatments are scheduled after 2 - 4 days, lesion removal after 7 - 10 days. Glasses can be used 24 hours after surgery, while contact lenses can be used after 7-10 days. Swelling level is significantly reduced 2 - 3 weeks after. Eyes may be temporarily sensitive to light and may have tearing or dryness of the conjunctiva. Eye drops are recommended to alleviate bothersome feelings. Wearing dark sunglasses for several weeks is advised to protect the eyes from wind and dust. Avoiding excessive and unnecessary exertion during the postoperative period is recommended. Sun exposure with protective filters is advised after 4 weeks.
The competence of DERMOLIFE® surgeons based on in-depth knowledge, years of experience, cutting-edge techniques in the field of aesthetic surgery, combined with their extraordinary sensitivity to beauty, allows our surgeons to achieve the highest results for each individual, because DERMOLIFE® GUARANTEES HEALTH AND BEAUTY.