Upper Eyelid Surgery Sydney

Upper Blepharoplasty

When it comes to expressing your deepest thoughts and emotions there is probably no facial feature quite as important as your eyes. If they look tired, saggy or puffy more than just your appearance may suffer; the image you project to others is affected as well.

Droopy and overhung upper lids and sagging lower lids can happen to anyone. Eyelid problems are often one of the first signs of aging, but even young people can be affected.

Chronic allergies can cause the eyelids to swell, speeding the development of overhanging upper lids or bags under the eyes. Sun exposure, excessive squinting and habitual eye rubbing can promote sagginess and heredity is also plays a very significant part. Fortunately, eyelids problems can be treated very effectively through blepharoplasty, a relatively simple procedure that removes excess skin, muscle and fatty tissue. Blepharoplasty can open your eyes up dramatically and will give you a fresher, brighter, more youthful appearance.

How Is Blepharoplasty Done?

Incisions in the upper lids are made in the crease above each eye. Excess muscle, fat and loose skin are removed and fine sutures are used to close the incisions. The resulting scar normally fades to a fine line that virtually disappears into the eyelids crease.

If excess skin or muscle needs to be removed, the incision may be made in a natural smile crease made below the lash line. Eyelid surgery usually is performed under general anesthetic but it can also be performed under local anesthetic if desired. You may experience some mild swelling or bruising of the eyelids after the surgery, but this usually subsides quickly. A cold compress and keeping your head elevated when you lie down will help to reduce swelling and speed healing. If you have any discomfort after surgery, it can be controlled with a mild medication. The eyelids heal remarkably quickly and the scars fade rapidly; the scars can be camouflaged with makeup after one week. If you wear contact lenses you must wait two to three weeks before you can resume wearing them.