Cosmetic surgery
Upper Eyelid Plasty
How much we will be perceived as young and attractive to a large extent depends on our eye frame, that is why upper eyelid plasty is most often performed by women who wish to counteract the negative effects of aging. Thanks to this surgery, the face seems younger and more defined. The surgery guarantees a lasting effect, is short, very safe, almost painless and does not require hospitalization. A very important result is a definite improvement in the psychological condition. Upper eyelid plasty is based on the removal of excess skin from eyelids, and sometimes requires the removal of adipose tissue from around the eye. Note that the skin is very thin in this area of the body and is susceptible to stretching. Excess adipose tissue and rippled skin make the face look tire and a lot older.
What are the indications for carrying out upper eyelid plasty?
The above-mentioned changes in the eye area are primary indications for surgery, especially if they have a negative impact on the patient’s self-esteem. Often, external appearance, especially the face, effects professional and personal life. Plasty also may achieve a health effect in the case of droopy eyelids that restrict field of vision.
What to expect during surgery?
A medical examination must be carried out prior to every plastic surgery. During the examination, the doctor familiarizes patients with the eyelid plasty procedure and prescribes necessary diagnostic tests. The doctor also discusses the expected esthetic effect with the patient and defines the possibility of achieving the desired effect. Tests also enable the doctor to determine precisely what causes changes around the eye. Swelling of the eye can be the result of liver, kidney or thyroid gland disease. Upper eyelid correction is carried out applying local anaesthetic and comes down to the removal of excess skin and the orbicular muscle of the eye. Sometimes it is necessary to remove excess adipose tissue around the eye. The wound is sewn using a very thin thread. The procedure normally does not last longer than an hour and a half. Eye plasty does not leave any visible scars. It also does not require hospitalization.
How to proceed after treatment?
Stitches are removed after 3-4 days, during a follow up visit. Admittedly, the return to everyday activities is possible in the same day of surgery; nevertheless, physical activity, sudden movements or activities that may expose the operated area to injury must be avoided. Bruising and swelling may occur with some patients, which may result in absence from work. Making use of sauna and tanning studio is forbidden at this time. In order to minimize swelling, pain and speed up the healing process in the first days after the operation, cold compresses may be applied. A follow up visit is necessary after 6 weeks from the procedure.