Upper Blepharoplasty

Upper blepharoplasty (or upper eyelid cosmetic surgery) involves lifting the upper eyelid to give the eyes a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Some patients may require this procedure to improve their vision because drooping eyelids can obstruct their field of vision.

Lower Blepharoplasty

Lower blepharoplasty (or lower eyelid cosmetic surgery) is a procedure that reduces under-eye bags and fills in hollows (dark circles), generally using fat transfer. When Dr. Masri performs lower blepharoplasty, instead of removing eyelid fat, he transfers excess fat to the hollows to reduce puffiness (fat bulges) and fill in the eyelid hollows. This technique refines asymmetry around the eyes and gives them a more youthful appearance.

Recovery After Blepharoplasty

Post-operative care:

Eyelid surgery typically takes less than two hours, depending on the location and amount of excess tissue to be removed. The patient may wake up in the recovery room, where nurses will monitor their recovery. Later that day, the patient can continue their recovery at home.

After surgery, the patient will receive lubricating cream and eye drops to prevent dryness. This may cause temporary blurring of vision. The patient may also experience watery eyes, light sensitivity, or double vision.

Initially, the incisions will be red and visible. The eyelids will be swollen, and the patient will retain sensation for several days. Swelling and bruising around the eyes, similar to a black eye, may persist for a week or longer. Ice packs or cold compresses can be used to reduce swelling.

If the incision was closed with sutures, these should be removed within 3-4 days.

The person performing eyelid surgery should be a plastic surgeon. The surgeon's experience in eyelid surgery is extremely important. A plastic surgeon with good practical experience plans the amount of fat tissue required during the eyelid surgery. With their experience, they successfully reshape the eyelids aesthetically. Lower or upper eyelid surgery is performed under local anesthesia. However, sometimes it can be performed under general anesthesia, depending on the doctor's assessment. Eyelid surgery is one of the procedures that shows the fastest recovery time among cosmetic surgeries. It is also one of the easiest procedures.

Before scheduling blepharoplasty, the patient meets with a plastic surgeon and an ophthalmologist, or a plastic surgeon specializing in eye surgery (an ophthalmologist), to discuss the following:

The patient's medical history. The surgeon asks about previous surgeries and past or present conditions, such as dry eye, glaucoma, allergies, circulatory problems, thyroid problems, and diabetes. The doctor also asks about the patient's use of medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.

The patient's expectations. An honest discussion about the patient's hopes and motivations helps the surgeon determine the best course of action for achieving satisfactory results. The surgeon discusses with the patient whether the procedure is a good fit for their specific condition.

Before the blepharoplasty procedure, the patient undergoes the following:

A physical examination. The surgeon performs a physical examination, which may include checking tear production and measuring parts of the eyelids.

A vision test. The doctor examines the eyes and vision, including peripheral vision. This is required to support the insurance claim.

Photographs of the eyelids. Photographs of the eyelids are taken from different angles. These images help in planning the process and assessing its immediate and long-term effects, and support the insurance claim.