Who can have Under Eye Lid Surgery?
Anybody who is unhappy with the appearance of their under eyes can have lower eye lid surgery.
Age & genetic factors are linked to the decline of the supporting fatty pillows under the eye sockets, giving the appearance of "bags" under the eyes. This may cause the person to look & feel older than they actually are.
The removal of under eye bags will also eliminate the permanent "tired" look.
The duration of the surgery is approximately 60-90 minutes and can be performed under local or general anaesthetic.
What technique is used for lower eye lid surgery?
Age & genetic factors are linked to the decline of the supporting fatty pillows under the eye sockets, giving the appearance of "bags" under the eyes. This may cause the person to look & feel older than they actually are.
The removal of under eye bags will also eliminate the permanent "tired" look.
The duration of the surgery is approximately 60-90 minutes and can be performed under local or general anaesthetic.
Is lower eye lid surgery a permanent solution?
The results are immediate & permant right after surgery. However, over the years the patient may see more sagging in the skin. The deterioration will never be as bad as before the surgery.
Will there be scaring?
Immediately after lower eye lid surgery there will be a faint scar beneath the eyes. Within 2-3 months these will fade becoming almost invisible.
What to expect after surgery?
The stitches that are under the lower eye lashes are removed after 5 days. Sometimes dissolving stitches are used in which case they will naturally dissolve.
The patient may experience significant bruising and swelling that will disappear with 10 days after surgery.
It is recommended that the eyes are protected from the sun using sunglasses for 2 weeks after having lower eye lid surgery.