LOWER EYELID SURGERY

The aging process often translates thv the eyelids.

If the typical puffiness and wrinkles are present, a lower eyelid correction may offer a solution.

A lower eyelid correction can be done through an incision on the inside of the eyelid (transconjunctival) or through an incision along the outside under the eyelash line. Which technique is best suited for you will be discussed at the consultation.

During the eyelid correction the excess fat is removed or redistributed downward so that the disturbing groove under the bags is also treated. If there is too much skin, minimal skin will be removed and the eyelid will be strengthened.

60 - 80 min

Full anesthesia although local anesthesia with sedation is possible

• Swelling

• Blue discoloration

• Asymmetry

• Feeling the subcutaneous thread in the corner of the eye (this disappears)

• Ectropion (bulging outward of the lower eyelid as too much skin was removed!)

You should cool the eyes with a cold pack (every hour for 5-10 minutes) for the first 1-2 days.

Physically demanding work: 1 week

Not physically demanding became: 2-3 days

Elevation of the head during the first week approximately 30° higher.

The continuous thread is removed after 1 week, star strips in place leave until on that control consultation.