The shape of your eyelids has a major impact on the appearance of the eyes. Lower eyelids that are too saggy giving the appearance of under eye hollows and bags, or upper eyelids that are so thick that they form a hood over the eye can have a negative effect on the aesthetics of the eye. To get rid of these aesthetically displeasing features, you can choose to undergo a blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery.
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A blepharoplasty procedure is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes excess skin from the upper and/or lower eyelid with the purpose of rejuvenating the appearance and removing the tired look from the eye. The eyelid’s excess saggy skin results from several factors, but mainly ageing.
As we age, the elastin and collagen levels in the body begin to reduce which in turn results in the loss of structural integrity of the skin. This loss is further exaggerated in the sensitive skin around the eyes and the neck. In fact, these two regions are the first to experience the side effects associated with reduced elastin and collagen.
There are several main reasons why people choose to undergo a blepharoplasty procedure. These are mentioned below:
The ideal candidate for a blepharoplasty procedure is someone who suffers from either one or more of these conditions. Moreover, there are other criteria that the ideal candidate needs to meet, such as:
A blepharoplasty procedure has many benefits ranging from medical to psychological. People who are unhappy with the appearance of their eye bags due to saggy eye skin can become self-conscious and lose confidence in their appearance. This can affect their personal life and social relationships.
Undergoing an eye bag removal surgery can do wonders for a person’s confidence and help them regain their self-esteem. It also helps them become more confident in their appearance and that is worth the procedure. They also are more likely to put themselves out there and engage in social relationships.
Eye bags often develop due to the skin losing the elastin and collagen it requires to maintain its strength. They are further aggravated by the loss of strength in the muscles around the eye. They can put a strain on the eye and cause pain to the eye.
Furthermore, eye bags or hooded eyes can cause vision impairment, especially peripheral vision. They can obstruct the views from the side of the eye and make it difficult to see. On top of that, extremely hooded eyelids can also ruin the aesthetics of the eyes.
However, undergoing the blepharoplasty procedure can remove the hooded eyelid and give you back the full vision. Removal of excess skin from the upper eyelid will also improve the appearance of the eyes.
After the blepharoplasty procedure you may find the presence of bumps and lumps. The eyelid skin is so thin that even the smallest bump can become very prominent and visible. These bumps are caused by a wide variety of reasons, which are mentioned below.
If you notice a lump on your eyelid, after your blepharoplasty procedure, then it is extremely important that you consult your plastic surgeon about it. Do not try to pop the bump or poke at it as that can worsen the bump and in certain cases, alter the results of your procedure.
Bumps are considered to be a normal part of the healing process and at certain times they resolve spontaneously. However, sometimes they can be caused by a serious underlying issue and will not resolve without medical intervention.
The most common cause for a bump after the blepharoplasty procedure is scar tissue. It is important to know that the incision scar may significantly worsen in appearance, often looking like a red raised bump, before it begins to heal. This type of bump does not need any care or treatment. Your surgeon will give you instructions about incisions care before you are released from the medical facility where the procedure was performed.
As the scar heals, the bump will heal too. But the scar can take up to 4 months to completely heal. During this time, you can facilitate the healing process by moisturising daily to help soften the scar.
However, there is the possibility of a keloid forming after the incision has completely healed. Keloid is an excessive scar growth after the incision has healed. They can be off-putting and require revisional surgery to get rid of. Keloids are a rare complication of eyelid surgery though.
Some of the other causes of a bump are:
The lumps that can form after the blepharoplasty procedure are classified based on the cause of the lump. As discussed above, there is a wide range of causes for these lumps. According to these causes, the lumps can be:
Treatment of lumps is very specific to the cause of these lumps. As mentioned above, if the lump is due to scar tissue, then moisturising the area and massaging it alone is sufficient for the proper treatment of the lump. A moisturiser will soften the scar tissue and make it easier for the limp to dissolve completely.
To massage the scar tissue, it is important to wait till the sutures have been removed and the scab has fallen off. Then, using the soft parts of the fingers, massage in circular motions.
Some of the other treatment options based on their causes include:
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Mr Mark Gittos is a leading Specialist Plastic Surgeon and operates a practice in London UK and Auckland New Zealand. His practice focuses on both surgical and non-surgical procedures, each designed to help restore, improve or change a physical characteristic or problem. The first step in every case is to talk through your personal requirements and explore all the options, before deciding on the most effective solution.
Naturally, before any treatment is begun, we will explain clearly the advantages and risk factors; so that you have the information you need to make an informed decision that is best for you. Visit the practice to find out more.
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