Blepharoplasty is a surgical technique that allows the removal of excess fat, skin and muscle that forms around the eye and causes an aged, tired and sad appearance.
Eyelid surgery is a technique capable of correcting under-eye bags and drooping eyelids. It is a quick and simple procedure, with minimal discomfort, that can change your quality of life and how you see yourself. Like any surgery, it raises countless questions, and at Clínica Nivaria we want to answer the most frequently asked questions from our patients:
Did you know that the skin around your eyes is 5 times thinner than the skin on the rest of your face?
This skin is very fragile and highly exposed to external agents. Therefore, it is an area of the face that suffers greatly from the effects of time, sun exposure, fatigue, and stress, among many other factors.
Why do bags form under the eyes?
Over time, the skin around the eyes weakens. This is a direct consequence of aging, but other factors also play a role, such as fluid retention and genetics. The result is the appearance of puffy or swollen eyes.
How can bags under the face be removed?
There are several types of blepharoplasty depending on the part of the eye being treated. In the case of under-eye bags, we perform transconjunctival blepharoplasty. This technique involves making an incision in the conjunctival sac, the space between the eyelids and the eyeball. Through this incision, the bags are removed, along with any excess fat.
How can droopy eyelids be corrected?
In cases of drooping eyelids, the recommended surgery is upper blepharoplasty. The goal of this procedure is to remove excess skin and fat from the upper eyelid area. To do this, we make a small incision in the eyelid crease and remove the excess skin. Once removed, we perform meticulous suturing under the skin and place strips to protect the scar until the stitches are removed. The result is a rejuvenated appearance with a natural expression.
How long does the procedure take?
Blepharoplasty is performed under local anesthesia, the procedure lasts approximately one hour, and does not require hospital admission.
In short, blepharoplasty not only corrects the aesthetic defects caused by excess skin and fat, but also reduces the vision problems they can cause.
If you suffer from this condition, at Clínica Nivaria we encourage you to contact us and learn firsthand about all the advantages of eyelid surgery. Our medical team will advise you and create a fully personalized plan.
