WHAT IS BLEPHAROPLASTY?
Do you look in the mirror and see a tired, aging face? One of the root causes is drooping eyelids or bags that form under the eyes. With a simple procedure called blepharoplasty, you can restore your appearance to its former vitality.
Will my face change?
A blepharoplasty is an operation that will help you regain a youthful appearance by removing some of the weight from your eyelids and removing bags under your eyes. However, you can’t expect miracles; after the operation, you’ll regain some of the image you had a few years ago.
Will my crow’s feet go away?
One has nothing to do with the other; they are different correction procedures, which can be performed in a complementary and simultaneous manner, but which do not necessarily have to be performed together.
It is best to consult with the surgeon of your choice and coordinate with him or her the necessary and recommended treatment for each specific case.
Can there be complications after blepharoplasty?
Not necessarily. If you have the work done by an experienced professional, a surgeon you trust who has performed this operation before, there shouldn’t be any complications.
However, it is still a surgical procedure and always carries some associated risks, such as a reaction to the anesthesia or a possible infection. Furthermore, since the procedure involves so close to the eyes, it may be advisable to have an ophthalmological examination beforehand.
This checkup would attempt to avoid risks such as glaucoma or retinal detachment that could damage the eye.
What is recovery like?
During recovery , you will obviously notice a slight hypersensitivity in your eyes for the first few weeks, so you will need greater protection from light and experience more tearing than usual.
But in just one week you’ll be able to return to your normal job, and in a maximum of three weeks you’ll be able to fully resume your life.
Ultimately, blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that will help you regain a few years of age. While it won’t completely change your appearance, it will give you greater self-esteem and allow you to face the challenges of everyday life with a better disposition.
