Taking good care of your beautiful eyes is mandatory from a young age to ensure that you do not have eye health-related problems ahead in your life. There are multiple surgical procedures in ophthalmology that enable patients to improve their quality of life with better eyesight or overall appearance. This article highlights six interesting facts about blepharoplasty.

What Is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a periocular cosmetic surgical procedure that effectively removes excess skin and/or fat from the eyelids and the adnexal area surrounding the eyes. It helps in fixing specific defects and deformities associated with the appearance of the eyelid. Ophthalmic plastic surgery is frequently done with the aim of correcting heavily hooded eyelids, tired eyes, and selective dark circles around the eyes due to the shadow effect.

6 Eye-Opening Facts about Blepharoplasty That You Should Know About

If you are interested in getting blepharoplasty for your eyelids, you might find these facts interesting and of help. So, here are five amazing facts about the blepharoplasty procedure that will introduce you to how it works.

1. Blepharoplasty works in favor of both cosmetic and functional eyelid concerns.
   
   Since it is a cosmetic procedure, it is often considered that it is done to improve appearance by removing excess skin from the eyelids. Although this is achieved, blepharoplasty also helps in improving vision by removal of excess heavy & hooded eyelid skin.
   
   
2. You can get a Blepharoplasty for both upper and lower eyelids simultaneously.
   
   It is possible to opt for a blepharoplasty procedure to simultaneously correct the defects in both the upper and lower eyelids. Usually, the procedure is performed on both eyes in the same sitting. You can hence save time and effort in revisiting the doctor.
   
   
3. Blepharoplasty can be done without administering general anesthesia.
   
   You need not be administered general anesthesia while undergoing blepharoplasty. In most cases, very minimal local anesthesia is administered so that the patients are just comfortable but not unconscious during the procedure. In very anxious patients sedation is administered, but the procedure is best performed with a fully awake and conscious patient so as to just adequately perform the procedure with an ‘on the table’ functional assessment.
   
   
4. Risks and complications are quite low with Blepharoplasty.
   
   Although there might be some temporary swelling and bruising of variable severity in patients, the healing in post-blepharoplasty patients is very gratifying. Be patient and equally aware during your post-operative recovery period. Always let your treating ophthalmic plastic surgeon know about your daily medications if any. And in case of any concerns please visit the treating doctor at the earliest for timely management.
   
   
5. Blepharoplasty is one of the most sought-after ophthalmic plastic surgeries in the world.
   
   Not so surprisingly, blepharoplasty is one of the top five popular cosmetic surgeries in the world. In fact, it is in higher demand than facelift surgery.
   
   
6. An Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon (Oculoplastic surgeon) is the best choice to get your Blepharoplasty done.
   
   An Ophthalmic plastic surgeon is an Ophthalmologist with additional super speciality training in eye plastic surgery. With abundant knowledge and orientation of the eye and periocular anatomy and functioning, she/he will be able to give you the best results. They will also guide you if there is a need for any supporting non-surgical management in form of injectables (botox & fillers) following blepharoplasty surgery for best patient satisfaction.

Conclusion

Blepharoplasty is one of the most sought-after surgeries worldwide owing to its wide range of benefits. If you require a blepharoplasty for your eyelids, you can consult an expert Oculoplastic surgeon near you. Dr. Surbhi Kapadia is one of the most experienced and proficient names in the field of periocular aesthetics. You may book an appointment at +91-8980500015/ +91-7203034017 to know the best options for you in eyelid lift surgery.