What is Eyelid Aesthetics?

1. Consultation

• Assessment: The surgeon assesses the patient’s eyelids, discussing concerns, desired outcomes, and any medical history that could affect the surgery.
• Planning: The surgeon outlines the approach for the surgery, deciding whether the procedure will involve the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, and explains the expected outcomes and risks.

2. Preoperative Preparation

• Medical Evaluation: Patients may undergo medical tests to ensure they are fit for surgery.
• Medication Adjustment: The surgeon might advise stopping or adjusting certain medications to reduce the risk of bleeding.
• Fasting: Patients are usually instructed to fast for a certain period before the surgery.

3. Anesthesia

• Local Anesthesia with Sedation or General Anesthesia: Depending on the complexity of the surgery and patient preference, the procedure can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia.

4. The Surgery

• Incision: For upper eyelid surgery, incisions are typically made along the fold of the eyelid. For lower eyelid surgery, incisions may be made just below the lash line or inside the eyelid.
• Correction: Excess skin, muscle, and possibly fat are removed or repositioned to achieve the desired aesthetic result.
• Closure: Incisions are closed with sutures, which may be dissolvable or may need to be removed after a few days.

5. Immediate Postoperative Care

• Monitoring: Patients are monitored for a short time immediately after surgery.
• Instructions: Patients receive instructions on how to care for their eyes, including the use of ice packs, ointments, and medications to manage pain and reduce the risk of infection.

6. Recovery Phase

• Follow-up Visits: Patients typically have follow-up appointments to monitor the healing process.
• Activity Restrictions: Patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities and to keep their head elevated to reduce swelling.
• Swelling and Bruising: Swelling and bruising are common but usually begin to subside within a week or two.

7. Long-term Care and Outcome Evaluation

• Final Results: The final outcome of the surgery may not be fully visible until several months after the procedure, once all swelling has subsided.
• Additional Treatments: Some patients may require additional treatments or surgeries to achieve their desired outcomes.