Blepharoplasty

At Gentle Clinic, our blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) procedure is designed to rejuvenate the appearance of your eyes by addressing excess skin, muscle laxity, and fat deposits that contribute to a tired or aged appearance. Your blepharoplasty journey begins with a thorough consultation where our specialist will examine your facial structure, eye anatomy, and skin quality, while discussing your aesthetic goals and expectations. During this consultation, we'll determine whether you would benefit from upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both, based on your specific concerns. We'll also evaluate your medical history, including any eye conditions, to ensure the procedure is safe for you. Before your procedure, you'll receive comprehensive pre-operative instructions, including guidelines on medications to avoid (particularly blood thinners) and lifestyle adjustments like smoking cessation, which can significantly impact healing. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation and takes approximately 1-2 hours depending on the complexity of your case. For upper eyelid blepharoplasty, our surgeon places incisions within the natural crease of the eyelid, making them virtually undetectable once healed. Through these incisions, excess skin is removed, and if necessary, a small amount of fat is repositioned or removed, and the muscles may be tightened. The incisions are then closed with fine sutures. For lower eyelid blepharoplasty, the approach depends on your specific needs. A transcutaneous approach places an incision just below the lash line, while a transconjunctival approach places the incision inside the lower eyelid, leaving no visible external scar. Through these incisions, fat is redistributed or removed to eliminate puffiness, and excess skin may be removed if necessary. Following surgery, you'll experience some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort around your eyes, which we manage with cold compresses and prescribed medications. You'll need to keep your head elevated, avoid strenuous activities, and follow specific eye care instructions for the first week. The initial recovery period lasts 7-10 days, with most patients able to return to work and social activities after this point, though mild swelling may persist for 2-3 weeks. Sutures are typically removed within 5-7 days. You'll need to protect your eyes from sun and wind during the healing process and avoid contact lenses for at least two weeks. While you'll notice immediate improvements once swelling begins to subside, your final results will continue to refine over 3-6 months as all residual swelling resolves. The results of blepharoplasty are long-lasting, typically enduring for 5-7 years for lower eyelids and 7-10 years for upper eyelids, though the natural aging process continues. Throughout your recovery, our team provides attentive follow-up care with regular appointments to monitor your healing progress and address any concerns. At Gentle Clinic, we're committed to achieving results that look natural while significantly refreshing your appearance.