Blepharoplasty and Cost in India

Q: Why do we have sagging and droopy eyelids? 
A: As age increases, the muscles supporting the eyelids get weaken. As a result, excess fat may gather above and below eyelids, causing sagging eyebrows, droopy lids and bags under eyes.

Q: What are the disadvantages of droopy eyelids? 
A: The disadvantages are:

• Not cosmetically appealing makes you look  older
• Severely sagging skin around your eyes especially upper eyelids  can reduce  side vision (peripheral vision)

Q: What are goals of Blepharoplasty procedure? 
A: Blepharoplastic procedure resolves functional and cosmetic problems of the eye region of the face.

Q: What conditions affect the result of blepharoplasty in patient? 
A: The conditions affecting the result of blepharoplasty are:

• Condition of the eyelids, the quality of the patient’s skin
• Age of patient 
• The general condition of the adjacent tissues

Q: Who are candidates for eyelid surgery? 
A: Its candidates are:

• Healthy individuals with no underlying serious medical conditions that can impair healing
• Nonsmokers
• Individuals with a positive outlook 
• Individuals without serious eye conditions

Q: What are the warning signs to seek medical attention after surgery? 
A: Warning signs to seek medical attention when you experience any of the following:

• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Severe  eye pain
• Bleeding
• Vision problems

Q: What are the results of Blepharoplasty? 
A: Blepharoplasty results in more youthful appearance and more self-confidence in patients. In some situations, it may not be possible to achieve optimal results with a single surgical procedure and another surgery may be necessary.

Q: What are the early restrictions after Blepharoplasty? 
A: The restrictions are:

• Avoid straining, heavy lifting and swimming for a week.
• Avoid smoking.
• Avoid rubbing your eyes.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses for about two weeks after surgery.
• Wear darkly tinted sunglasses to protect the skin of your eyelids from sun and wind.

Q: What are advantages and drawback of Transconjunctival blepharoplasty?
A: Transconjunctival blepharoplasty technique permits the excision of the lower-eyelid fat without leaving a visible scar, but the transconjunctival blepharoplasty technique does not allow the removal of excess eyelid-skin.

Q: How long does the blepharoplasty procedure take? 
A: A blepharoplasty operation usually requires 1–3 hours to complete. 

Q: When will be my follow up after Blepharoplasty procedure? 
A: You will be visiting the consultant within 7-10 days of procedure. In case, you notice any warning signs, notify the consultant immediately.

Q: When will I be discharged from hospital after Blepharoplasty? 
A: Depending on the type of surgical procedure, age and co-morbid conditions, overnight stay is recommended for monitoring, otherwise can be discharged the same day itself.

Q: How are the results of blepharoplasty assessed? 
A: The results of a blepharoplasty procedure are best assessed by comparing pre- and post-operative photographs of the eye region of the patient.  The initial swelling and bruising consequent to the surgery will subside and resolve with 1–2 weeks, the final results of the blepharoplastic correction may become apparent after several months.

Q: When can I return to work after surgery? 
A: Bruising and swelling generally subside in 10 to 14 days, after which you may feel comfortable in joining back work.

Q: How long do the results of Blepharoplasty last? 
A: For some people, results of surgery may last a lifetime, in others; droopy eyelids may recur as you will continue to age naturally. Continuous sun protection is important to maintain results.