Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid Surgery is used to remove fat, excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. The procedure is great for taking years off a person's appearance and in making one look less fatigued by eliminating bags from under the eyes.

The lower lid can also be tightened in the corner of the eye socket to correct laxity of the tone of the lower eyelid. Eyelid surgery is not used to correct the wrinkling of the corner of the eye, commonly known as ‘crows feet’ or dark areas in the lower eyelid.

You will have lubricating ointment placed in your eyes, which may blur your vision temporarily. You will need to apply light weight ice cold compresses to your eyes for the first three days.

You should avoid using your eyes and try to get as much rest as possible during the first week after surgery Keep yourself propped up during sleep or sleep in a reclining chair. Blood pressure needs to be kept under control.

Avoid blinking your eyes, reading, watching television, or using a computer for the first week. Take this opportunity to catch up on your sleep and avoid any interruptions which may cause you stress.

Swelling and bruising usually lasts for ten to fourteen days, but makeup can be applied as a camouflage after the first week. Always use sunglasses, as you may be very sensitive to light for a while. Avoid contact lenses for a week or so. The eyes may fatigue easily for several weeks after surgery, due to any residual swelling in the tissues.

You should avoid strenuous activities such as bending, lifting, and sports for about six weeks. Healing is a gradual process and it usually takes six weeks to three months. Most people return to work in a week being able to maintain confidentiality by using concealing makeup.