Are Blepharoplasty results Permanent?

The Lower Blepharoplasty surgery removes the fat bags under eyelids permanently. This fat is removed entirely, and hence provides with near permanent results.

In upper eyelid blepharoplasty, the excess skin is removed. This provides for a much youthful and fresh appearance to your face. The results will last you for at least 10-15 years, if not more. However, it will not stop the natural ageing of your face.

You can increase the longevity of your results by keeping the area well moisturised, and applying sunscreen regularly. This will delay the natural ageing of your skin.

What are the indications for Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery?

The eyelid surgery is recommended in the following circumstances:

• Baggy undereye area
• Eyelid skin wrinkling
• Puffiness under the eyes
• Tired looking eyes
• Drooping eyelids, or hooded eyelids
• Deep tear troughs
• Baggy eyelids with sagging skin
• Absent crease in upper lid or for Double Eyelid

Know More About Eyelid Surgery: Videos

• Treatment options for Puffy Eyes and Eye bags
• Upper Eyelid Surgery
• Non-Surgical Treatments Near Eyes
• Lower Eyelid Eye Bag Surgery – Case Discussion
• Eye Bag Surgery Before & After, Patient Review
• Upper Eyelid Surgery Scar: How it looks after healing
• Treatment for Eye Bags – Case Discussion
• Lower Eyelid Surgery for Puffy eyes – Case Discussion

What are the benefits of Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery?

Is Blepharoplasty truly scarless?

How is the recovery post Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a minor procedure, and the recovery is very smooth. The patient is free to perform normal daily activities, though, should avoid heavy manual activities. There will be some swelling and bruising in most of the patients, however, it usually resolves within 5-7 days’ time. You can head back to work after the swelling subsides. You an also use make-up to cover up the under-eye bruising.

What is Asian Blepharoplasty, Sliver Blepharoplasty, or Double Eyelid Surgery?

Asian Blepharoplasty, which is commonly known as Double Eyelid Creation surgery or Sliver Blepharoplasty is the procedure used to create a crease or fold in the upper eyelids, in people where it is not present naturally. This is usually seen in certain Asian communities, and hence the name. In this procedure, a tiny sliver of tissue is removed from the upper eyelids, which upon healing, gives rise to the eyelid fold or double eyelids.

What is the procedure for Blepharoplasty?

The Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery is a day care surgery, which means you will be discharged on the same day. The surgery is performed under Local anaesthesia.

For Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty:

In Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty, Dr Ankit will make the incision along the natural crease line of the eyes. This incision is used to remove the excess skin and fat, if present. After removing the excess skin, sutures are placed to close the gap. The scar is practically invisible after healing.

For Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty:

In Lower Eyelid Surgery, the incision is placed inside the eyelids. It is the pink part of your lower eyelids, just inside the lash line. A protective covering is placed above your eyeballs, and hence, your eyes will be perfectly safe during the surgery. The excess fat, or the eyebags are then removed, giving you the smooth under eye area which you wanted. In case, there is excess skin in the lower eyelids as well, then it is also removed. This is done by placing the incision on the lash line, and hence, after healing, there will be no visible scar.

How to prepare for Blepharoplasty surgery?

Before your Surgery

You should stop taking any un-prescribed supplements, at least 1 week before surgery.

Stop smoking 3 weeks prior to surgery

Arrange for a pick up and drop as you won’t be allowed to drive back on your own

You should try for 1 week off from work.

Arrange for post-operative medications if no one lives with you to help you out in the post-operative period. You might need some help for max 1 day.

Inform Dr Ankit about all the regular medications you are taking, and whether to continue or stop.

What to expect on the day of your surgery?

• Bathe properly.
• Don’t apply any makeup
• Have light food, if Local anaesthesia is decided. In case of general anaesthesia, you will need to be empty stomach for 6 hours before surgery.
• Use a taxi or someone should drive you to the clinic as you won’t be allowed to drive back on your own.

At Panache Aesthetics

• We will take few pre-operative pictures for records.
• You will have to sign the consent forms and complete the file work of the hospital
• Markings will be done by Dr. Ankit Gupta.
• We will do sensitivity for Antibiotics and local anesthesia to check for allergies
• Your vital parameters like blood pressure, oxygen saturation and Pulse rate will be checked.
• Once preoperative check list is complete, you will be shifted to the operation theatre along with a Nurse. Then the local anesthesia will be given, and the surgery will start.

What to expect after your surgery?

• You will be able to see after the surgery, eyes will not be bandaged.
• We will shift you back to your room and provide ice packs for application around the eyes. We generally advise 2 days of head elevation and ice packs to reduce the swelling of the face.
• You can travel back home once you are comfortable, after at least 1 hr. of observation in post-operative period.
• Post operatively, you will be having swelling and bruising around the eyes.

At Home

• You are advised to not do heavy activities, at-least for 1 week, however, can resume your normal activities.
• It is safe to wash your face and eyes from the next day of surgery
• You will be advised few eye drops and an antibiotic and painkiller for 5 days post operatively
• Swelling subsides by day 5-7.
• For upper lid blepharoplasty, sutures will be removed at 5-7 days when you will be called for follow-up.