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Eyelid Reduction (Blepharoplasty)

An eyelid reduction, of the upper, the lower or both eyelids, removes the excess skin and protruding fat to produce a more alert appearance.The procedure normally requires a general anaesthetic and an overnight stay in hospital. The incision on the upper eyelid is made in the skin crease whilst the incision on the lower eyelid can either be just under the eyelashes or in some cases just inside the eyelid. Swelling takes about a week to subside and the majority of bruising is gone by two weeks. A pair of dark glasses is of great benefit in this period. The scars will be pink for a few weeks but eventually will become almost invisible and can usually be disguised with make-up two or three weeks post operatively.

Blepharoplasty is one of the most popular procedures, producing very significant results and is sometimes performed at the same time as a facelift to give an overall improvement. Remember the eyes are the focus of the face and the seat of the soul and your surgeon may advise eyelid reduction as giving maximum benefit ahead of other procedures you may have considered.

Other Procedures

Dermabrasion - In this procedure, the surface of the skin (epidermis) around the mouth is removed in order to even out the underneath layer (dermis) improving fine crease lines and irregularities. It is better carried out with a general anaesthetic. After the operation some swelling may occur and the skin will initially be very raw. It will heal by about 7 days although at this point it will appear very pink. How long the pinkness will persist varies in the individual but it will be possible to use make-up approximately 2 weeks after surgery when all the healing has taken place.

Fat Transfer - this is a procedure whereby a patient's fat is taken from one area of the body and injected into another. Injection sites suitable are nasolabial lines (those running from the nose to the corners of the mouth), marionette lines (from the corners of the mouth to chin) and the glabellar lines (vertical lines between the eyebrows).

Both dermabrasion and fat transfer are often carried out in conjunction with other operations such as a facelift but in many instances patients request either dermabrasion or fat transfer as a procedure in its own right.

Your Consultation

Only an experienced Consultant Plastic Surgeon can give you an honest opinion as to whether any of these procedures are suitable for you. At PPS Ltd your initial, and all consultations will be with the surgeon who will be performing your operation and in this way you have access to the
best advice available.

You should explain exactly what results you are seeking, make sure that all of your questions are answered and listen to the advice and recommendations of your surgeon.

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