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We take a holistic approach to the health of your eye and provide any ongoing eye care that is required.
Eyelid Reduction Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
A weight off your eyelids
At Melbourne Comprehensive Eye Surgeons we want to ensure you have the best chance of perfect vision.
Changes in the appearance of the eyelids is said to be one of the first noticeable signs of aging. The skin of the eyelid is very thin in comparison the rest of the face. In the upper lid, this can result in drooping skin above the eyelashes which in severe cases overhangs the eyelashes and can affect vision or cause irritation or a feeling of constant eye fatigue. In the lower lid these changes can result in bags and folds under the eye resulting in a “tired” look.
Bilateral upper eyelid skin obstructing vision and overhanging eyelashes
What is a Blepharoplasty?
Excess Eyelid skin &/or fat removal is referred to as blepharoplasty. Whilst it is often a cosmetic procedure, in cases where the upper lid skin overhangs the lashes and/or starts to affect the vision, it can be considered a medical procedure. In such cases your health fund and Medicare will provide assistance with the cost of having a blepharoplasty procedure. Lower eyelid skin and fat removal is almost always considered cosmetic. It involves removing excess skin and fat and sometimes redistributing the fat to help fill out hollows.
Who performs a Blepharoplasty?
These procedures are frequently performed by eye surgeons specialising in plastic and reconstructive surgery (oculoplastic surgeons). General plastic surgeons can also perform such procedures.
Post upper eyelid reduction
What happens during surgery?
Depending on whether you are insured or uninsured or the severity of the drooping skin will determine the location of the procedure, this being in hospital or in the specialised surgical room at Melbourne Comprehensive Eye Surgeons. The surgeon will measure and mark out the areas of skin and fat to be excised, ensuring just enough is removed to allow for safe eyelid closure.
Anaesthetic is used to numb the area to ensure no pain is felt. Skin incisions are made along natural crease lines to minimise scarring. The wound is closed with absorbable sutures, which will fall out over the following weeks.
How safe is Blepharoplasty?
Whilst any surgery carries potential risks, lid reduction performed by ocular plastic surgeons is considered very safe.
Complications such as infection, marked scarring, or eye ulcers due to inadequate eyelid closure are considered most serious, but are very rare. Slight wound ooze, bruising, swelling and mild scar thickening are normal and will mostly resolve over 2-3 weeks. More subtle swelling and scarring can take several more months to improve. Noticeable asymmetry is rare and may require further surgery.
Vision may be blurred for several days and the eyes can feel irritated and dry for several weeks. Regular lubricants are advised and will help.
General recommendations
Follow the below steps to maximise your chance of a smooth recovery following eyelid surgery :
- Rest for the first 24 hours after surgery.
- Use Your Eyedrops as prescribed.
- Cold Compresses can be used for 10 minutes every two hours for the first two days.
- Apply antibiotic ointment to the wounds and sutures for one week.
- Avoid Swimming for two weeks.
- Do not Smoke for at least three weeks.
- Sleep in an elevated position, using an extra pillow for at least one week.
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