Eyelids consist of skin, muscle and fat layers from outside to inside. Under the influence of environmental factors such as genetic factors, age and sunlight, the eyelid skin loses its elasticity and becomes loose. The muscle layer under the skin also becomes loose and begins to fall and sag due to the effect of gravity. The fat pads, which are deeper and normally give the eyelids a full and lively appearance, also begin to herniate forward. Thus, sagging and bagging occur in the eyelids.
If there is drooping of the eyebrows, the excess skin on the upper eyelids becomes more obvious. Make-up applied to the eyelid disappears under the excess skin fold. In advanced cases, the excess in the upper eyelid may reach a level that makes it difficult to see.
How is Eyelid Aesthetics Performed?
Eyelid aesthetics are generally performed under local anesthesia and while the person is in deep sleep, but when necessary, general anesthesia is performed. application may be preferred. While skin incisions are designed to fit the lid fold for the upper lid, incisions made just under the eyelashes are used for the lower lid, thus hiding the scars unnoticeably. In cases where there is no excess skin and therefore only bags will be corrected, bag aesthetics or eyelid bag removal aesthetics can be performed without leaving any scars through incisions made on the inner surface of the lower lid. Your surgeon will enlighten you on which incision is suitable for you. Although operation times may vary, it is around 2.5 hours for the upper and lower lids on both sides and 1.5 hours for the upper or lower lids only.
Why is Eyelid Aesthetics Important?
Aesthetic surgeries and aesthetic applications generally aim for three things. Enabling the patient to feel better and communicate more effectively and strongly, eliminating aesthetic problems accompanied by dysfunctions, and eliminating the deformation that occurs with aging. Eyelid aesthetics is a very necessary application that serves all three purposes we have mentioned. Because over time, the eyelid falling over the eye can damage the visual function and cause loss of function, as well as making the person tired and reluctant, causing a great impediment to communication. rbe hits. In addition, restoring the droopy eyelid, which is one of the signs of aging, to its youthful appearance is one of the ways to turn back the years for men and women.
Operation Process
Eyelid Aesthetics. Can Almond Eye Appearance Be Achieved with?
During eyelid aesthetics, it is possible to change the axis of the eye opening and thus obtain a slightly "slanted eye" appearance, which is considered more attractive by some people
Eyelid Aesthetics – After Blepharoplasty
After the operation, thin tapes are adhered to the incision line and a dressing is made around your eyelids with moist cotton or gauze. Applying ice around the eyes in the postoperative period is very important in reducing bruising and swelling that may occur. During this period, the head should be kept high and heavy physical activities should be avoided, especially for the first day. Depending on the type of anesthesia received, you can return home 3-4 hours after the procedure. If dissolvable stitches were not used to close the incisions on the lid, your stitches will be removed between 5-7 days after the surgery. It is normal to have a feeling of stinging in the eyes and tension in the lids, especially in the early post-operative period. If necessary, your doctor may ask you to use pomade and/or drops to moisturize your eyes and protect them from infection. Also during this period, if there are bruises around the eyes, sun rays should be avoided as much as possible.
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