Asteria Aesthetics

Blepharoplasty


Blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that can rejuvenate tired looking eyes. It is also used to correct eyelids that are too puffy, droopy, narrowed or misaligned, resulting in a more alert, energetic and refreshed appearance.


How Does It Work?


Blepharoplasty is a day procedure and is normally performed under local anesthetic. An incision is made, skin and muscle is removed and any excess fat bags are trimmed. The incision is closed with very fine sutures, which are often thinner then in human hair.


Discuss your expectations and motivation for surgery with our doctor. This will help determine if you are indeed a good candidate for the procedure and set the stage for a satisfactory outcome.


  • Upper Eyelid Surgery-removes excess skin from the upper eyelids.
  • Lower Eyelid Surgery reduces bagginess from lower eyelids
  • Surgery can be performed on upper and lower eye lids simultaneously OR as separate procedures.


Arrange for someone to drive you to and from surgery. Plan to have someone stay with you for the first night after returning home from surgery.


Frequently Asked Questions

We have the answers you need...

  • Before your Eyelid Surgery?

    Your eyes will be photographed from different angles and these photos will be used for the planning of your surgery.


    Blepharoplasty is done in our rooms under local anesthetic. Our doctor will inject numbing medication (local anesthetic) into your eyelids and 
markings will be made prior to surgery with you sitting up to determine the exact amount of skin to be removed.

  • How Do You Prepare?

     Prepare Food and Medications


    Before the procedure, discuss with the doctor what to expect from the surgery. The doctor will review your medical history, ask about any medical conditions you may have and any medications, supplements or herbal medications you may be taking.

    It will recommend that you stop taking certain medications such as blood thinners or NSAIDs, at least a week prior to surgery.

  • What Can I Expect During The Procedure?

    During the Procedure


    Upper Eyelid Surgery: Once the area is numbed our surgeon will make an incision along the natural crease in your eyelid and remove extra skin. Occasionally a small amount of fat can also be removed. It basically involves cutting and suturing the eyelid back together to give the eye a more open appearance/youthful.
Lower Eyelid Surgery: With lower eyelid surgery the incision is made just below or behind the lower lash line or on the back of the eyelid. The goal is to remove extra fat, tone down puffiness and in some cases tighten sagging skin.

  • What Can I Expect After The Procedure?

    After the surgery you can recuperate at home.
During recovery you may temporarily experience
blurred vision from the lubricating ointment applied to your eyes and
light sensitivity. 

    Puffy numb eyelids, swelling and bruising as well as some
slight pain or discomfort.

  • What Are The Expected Results?

    Aftercare

    Day one – You will be sent home with eye patches which can be removed on day two.
Use ice packs on your eyes for 10 minutes every hour the night after surgery.

    Day two - Use ice packs on your eyes four to five times throughout the day.
Gently clean your eyelids and use prescribed eyedrops or ointments.
Avoid any straining, heavy lifting and swimming for a week.
Avoid strenuous activities such as aerobics and jogging for a week.
Avoid rubbing your eyes.
If you use contact lenses, do not put them in for about two weeks after surgery.
Wear darkly tinted sunglasses to protect the skin of your eyelids from sun and wind.
Sleep with your head raised higher than your chest for a few days.
Apply cool compresses to reduce swelling.
After one week, return to our doctor's office to have stitches removed.

Contact us to schedule a consultation

Get in touch today! We're open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Find us at 17 Midas Avenue, Olympus Boulevard Office Park, Heartsease Building, First Floor, Asteria House.

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