EYELID SURGERY ( BLEPHAROPLASTY )

TYPES

Here are the three (3) types of blepharoplasty:

• Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery – Cosmetic blepharoplasty is a cosmetic technique that is purely for visual enhancement only and has no medical purpose. It is done to reduce unsightly bags and drooping eyelids under the eyes. 
• Functional Eyelid Surgery – It is a surgical treatment to restore the patient’s eyesight that is compromised by the loose skin of the upper eyelid. It also helps eliminate issues and troubles in wearing contact lenses or glasses.
• Upper Blepharoplasty – Upper blepharoplasty entails the removal of extra fat, muscle, and skin that may make the eye seem droopy, thick, or hooded. An incision in the upper crease of the eyelid is done during surgery. 

TREATMENT

Aftercare

Your doctor will commonly suggest that you take the following steps after surgery:

• On the night of surgery, use ice packs on your eyes for 10 minutes per hour. 
• Clean the eyelids carefully and use the eye drops or ointments prescribed. 
• For a week, stop straining, lifting vigorously, and swimming. 
• For a week, avoid strenuous sports, including aerobics and jogging. 
• Stop cigarettes. 
• Stop touching your eyes. 
• Don’t bring them on for around two weeks after surgery if you wear contact lenses. 
• Wear darkly tinted sunglasses
• For a few days, sleep with your head lifted higher than your chest. 
• To reduce swelling, add cold compresses. 
• Return to the doctor’s office for a few days to get stitches out if necessary. 
• Stop using aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and other bleeding-enhancing drugs or herbal supplements for around a week. Use only acetaminophen as needed to control the pain.