Plastic Surgery Budapest - Lower Eyelid Surgery

Eye Bag Removal

Lower eyelid cosmetic surgery is aim to remove excess skin, bags, muscle or fat from lower eyelids Lower eyelid skin as it ages becomes loose, tends to wrinkle and eventually develops folds under the influence of gravity. The lower eyelid muscle weakens and underlying fat pads bulge forward producing bags.

The most common methods of performing lower blepharoplasty are: through a direct incision made just below the lower lashes. The surgeon lifts the skin and muscle to remove a small amount of fat. Excess skin and muscle are then trimmed from the lower lid. . Fine sutures are used to close the incisions, thereby minimizing the visibility of any scar.

Lower eyelid cosmetic surgery will not remove crow's feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes. Lower eyelid surgery can be done alone, or in conjunction with other facial surgery procedures such as an upper eyelid surgery facelift or brow lift.

Anesthesia

The operation performed under a local anesthesia, sometimes with light sedation

Outpatient

Duration of operation

Lower Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) usually takes only one hour.

Typical time for recovery after blepharoplasty

Patients look presentable after 3 to 5 days. Required minimum stay in Budapest 4 days.

Blepharoplasty - Possible risks and complications

When eyelid surgery is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor.You can reduce your risks by closely following your surgeon's instructions both before and after surgery. The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can only be determined at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.

Blepharoplasty - After care

After surgery, Your eyelids may feel tight and sore as the anesthesia wears off, but you can control any discomfort with the pain medication prescribed by your surgeon. If you feel any severe pain, call your surgeon immediately. You should keep your head elevated for several days, and use cold compresses to reduce swelling and bruising for a few days. Swelling and bruising varies considerably from person to person. Bruising typically disappears within seven to ten days. For the first week, you’ll need to avoid activities that dry the eyes, including reading, watching television, wearing contacts, and using a computer. Also avoid excessive blinking, which leads to increased swelling. You should also wear dark sunglasses for a couple of weeks to protect your eyes from wind and sun irritation. For the first three or four weeks, you should avoid any activity that increases blood flow to the eyes, including bending, lifting, crying and sports. Dr Rodrigo will let you know when you are ready for exercise. Also avoid drinking alcohol, which can lead to fluid retention and delay recovery.

Blepharoplasty -Results

Lower eye lid surgery can make a remarkable difference in the appearance of the face, alleviating the appearance of tiredness and old age. The eyes appear fresher and more youthful, and these results may last for many years. The surgery of lower lids should smooth out bulges, take away fat bags from under eyes. One will look rested, and people will see your face instead of focusing on your unsightly lower lids.

Please note:

Lower eyelid surgery can correct the puffy bags below the eyes but it cannot alter dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, nor can it change sagging eyebrows.

Few medical conditions make blepharoplasty more risky. They include thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism and Graves' disease, dry eye or lack of sufficient tears, high blood pressure or other circulatory disorders, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. A detached retina or glaucoma is also reason for caution; check with your ophthalmologist before you have surgery.