Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is the surgery operation that has as purpose the removal of the excess tegument on the upper and lower eyelids,same as wrinkles from the lateral region of the eyes.

The excess skin and fat affects the visual field,it can also lead to the apparition of wrinkles and pouches,thus lending the appearance a worn out look.Blepharoplasy can be done at the upper and lower eyelids level, separately or together in the same intervention.Generally,the intervention for the harmonization of the eyelid's aspect with the new look,after the facial lifting,is considered necessary.

What patients benefit from blepharoplasty?

In the aging process,most people start to have a tegument excess on the eyelids level. Some professions that require intense solicitation of the eyes quicken the natural process, along as environment factors and physical predisposition.Usually, the operations is made on patients over 35 years old, but there are no age limits. The surgery is not recommended in cases of hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and eye conditions such as: separation of retina and glaucoma.

Before surgery indications

• do not eat and drink anything after midnight before the surgery;
• it is forbidden to take aspirin and other drugs that contain aspirin for 2 weeks before the surgery;
• if you smoke, plan to stop smoking for 2 weeks before the surgery and do not start smoking until at least 2 weeks have passed from the surgery;
• in women the surgery must be done as a rule outside the menstruation period
• you must tell the doctor or the anaesthesiologist if you have medical problems (hypertension, vascular problems, heart failure, diabetes, lung problems, bleeding problems, epilepsy, neurological problems, allergies to certain drugs);
• you must tell the doctor if you wear dental prosthesis or contact lenses;
• avoid extra exposure to sun before the surgery;
• do not keep a strict diet before the surgery because it can delay the healing;
• if you catch a cold or you have an infection of any

Conclusions

If eyes the mirror of out heart,then blepharoplasty makes the patient younger on a whole other level. After this surgery you will benefit from a better eyesight , that will maintain for years.