Import aspects to consider if you are thinking of having lower lid blepharoplasty

Import aspects to consider if you are thinking of having lower lid blepharoplasty People develop bags under their eyes for a variety of reasons, ranging from an underlying medical problem to insufficient sleep or an unhealthy diet. Some people's condition is only transient and clears on its own, while others require surgical treatment for long-term outcomes.

Lower lid blepharoplasty, for example, is a very popular surgical procedure that is considered a highly effective treatment for, among others, bags under the eyes.

Lower lid blepharoplasty is commonly performed as an outpatient treatment under local anaesthesia, with very few risks and only minor discomfort following the procedure.

Blepharoplasty is usually divided into two categories namely functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty. In the first scenario, surgery on the lower eyelid is performed to remove extra fat or skin for a softer and smoother appearance. Excess upper eyelid tissue can cause the eyelids to sag (known as Ptosis) which may also obstruct a person’s peripheral vision. Apart from causing vision problems, this also produces a fatigued appearance, and many people choose upper eyelid blepharoplasty (which is categorised as cosmetic surgery) to improve the overall appearance of their eyes by firming the area around them.

One of the reasons cosmetic blepharoplasty is so popular is that it can help you enhance your appearance by giving you a younger, more energetic look, but functional upper eyelid blepharoplasty, on the other hand, can also help you improve your vision, especially when driving or reading.

Upper and lower lid blepharoplasty are commonly performed as outpatient procedures that take one to one and a half hours on average. Lower lid incisions are performed immediately below the lash line, while incisions on the upper lid are placed in the natural crease of the eyelid. Lower lid blepharoplasty, also sometimes referred to as transconjunctival blepharoplasty in medical terms, is a treatment that removes extra fat from the lower limb through a small incision that is sealed with fine stitches after completion.

Laser is often used by surgeons during these treatments to prevent excessive bleeding and bruising of the eye tissue, which is more delicate than other parts of body, as well as to speed up the healing process. Laser surgery is ideal for individuals who are taking aspirin or blood-thinning medication.

After upper and lower lid blepharoplasty, bruising, swelling, and temporary blurry vision are common side effects that will clear on their own after a few days. Stitches will also be removed after around four to five days, except in the case of lower lid blepharoplasty, where the self-dissolving stitches do as their name suggests - dissolve by themselves. Infection, delayed healing, severe swelling and bleeding, asymmetry, dry eye, double vision, and drooping of the upper or lower eyelid are all possible complications of blepharoplasty but are quite rare.

Only a competent, skilled, and experienced eyelid surgeon should perform this type of surgery, and it is also important that you discuss your medical history with the surgeon, prior to the treatment. The eyelid surgeon will only be able to determine if you are a qualifying candidate for blepharoplasty after a thorough examination and evaluation. Before the procedure, the surgeon may also provide you with health recommendations, such as quitting smoking or temporarily stop taking your bloodthinning medication.

If eye problems require treatment, it often requires surgery, however, as previously mentioned, this procedure is also performed for cosmetic reasons, in which case your medical insurance may not cover your treatment.

Bags under the eyes can often be caused by underlying medical problems, sleeplessness, stress, smoking, or poor eating or drinking habits, and if not severe, it can be addressed with some modest lifestyle changes, but in other circumstances, bulging fat under the eyes might be permanent, necessitating lower lid blepharoplasty.

About us Pari Shams is a cosmetic and functional eyelid surgeon that specialises in the management of eyelid, lacrimal and orbital disorders. Surgical procedures are performed at a variety of medical facilities including their practice at Moorfields Private Outpatient Centre, the Phoenix Hospital Group Outpatient Centre, The Harley Street Clinic, and Weymouth Street Hospital. Dr Shams believes in personalised healthcare where decisions are made with the patient, based on their needs and desires and she makes sure that every patient receives the care and attention that is required at every stage of their treatment. Whether you would like to have functional or cosmetic eye surgery, Dr Shams is qualified to advise you of the best surgical, or non-surgical options that will achieve the most natural and desirable aesthetic outcome, without compromising your eye function. Find out more about Pari Shams on her website at https://www.parishams.com