As we age, our eyes can become a reflection of the passage of time. Drooping eyelids and prominent bags can make us appear tired and aged, affecting both our appearance and self-confidence. Fortunately, eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, offers a safe and effective solution to rejuvenate the eyes and restore a more youthful appearance. With the lower eyes, as the years go by, the fat that was held back the muscle surrounding the eye gets weaker and weaker due to genetics and lifestyle. This results in larger and larger eye bags, which can make the face look permanently tired. In these cases, lower eyelid surgery is needed, where we remove the protruding fat, and patients look less tired and fresher.
Eyelid surgery involves removing excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids, addressing common concerns such as:
The upper eyelid surgery takes place as a day case in a hospital under sedation, which is not to be mistaken with general anaesthesia. The eyelid procedure will take place with intravenous sedation, where you will feel no pain, and you will sleep throughout the operation. Our patients, after this procedure, will return home the same day, usually 3 – 4 hours post-surgery.
In the week prior to your surgery, we will advise you to declare all medications that is part of your routine, and we also advise you to stop taking medications containing asprin as these products affect the blood clotting mechanism leading to excessive bleeding. We ask patients also to avoid taking high doses of Vitamin E and alcohol in the week leading up to the operation.
UPPER EYELID SURGERY
Blepharoplasty Dubai – During the surgery, the surgeon will make an incision along the crease of the upper eyelid and remove the excess skin. Extremely fine stitches are then used to close the incisions and steri-strip plasters are added on top to protect them. These strips remain for 3 days.
LOWER EYELID SURGERY
For the lower eyelid surgery, the incision will be made just below the lash line. In some cases, just the excess skin is removed but with most cases, the small fatty deposits are also taken out. Again, similar with the upper eyelids, stitches are places and steri-strips are placed over the wound for three days.
Following the surgery, patients can usually return home the same day. It’s essential to rest and avoid strenuous activity for the first few days. Cold compresses can help reduce swelling and bruising. Stitches are typically removed within a few days, and patients are advised to wear sunglasses and sunscreen to protect the sensitive eye area.
As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks associated with eyelid surgery. These include:
It’s important to discuss these risks with your surgeon during your consultation.
Cornerstone Clinic, in Dubai Marina, Dubai, is here to answer any questions you may have. Should you wish to speak to Dr Maurizio Viel or any of our other surgeons during a consultation, please do not hesitate to email or call our clinic.
To book a consultation for blepharoplasty or for more information, contact us at +971 50 494 6377 and schedule an appointment with our plastic surgeon Dr Maurizio Viel.
Dr Maurizio Viel is a licensed plastic surgeon who obtained his medical degree at the University of Milan, Italy and finished his studies in aesthetic plastic surgery in London, UK. He has been a practising plastic surgeon for over 30 years, working between Harley Street, London, Dubai, and Milan.
