Eyelid surgery represents an important part of the overall rejuvenation of the eyes (periorbital area) and upper third of the face. This includes rejuvenation of the brow, upper and lower eyelids. Often, when looking at a face, one would start with the eyes before move to other parts of the face. In most patients, non-surgical treatments can be very effective in treating “crows feet” or wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. However, eyelid surgery may be indicated if there is:

• Redundant or sagging skin of the upper eyelids which may sometimes block vision or rest on the upper eyelashes.

• Droopiness or asymmetry of the upper eyelid position (ptosis).

• Excess skin or “bags” under the lower lid.

• Out turning and loosening of the lower lid exposing the inner lining of the lower lid (ectropion).

• A deep groove near the inner part of the lower eyelid – the “tear trough”.

• Absence/asymmetry of the upper lid crease in Asian patients (see separate sheet on Asian eyelid)

To ensure your safety, a thorough assessment is undertaken prior to any surgery around the eyes. In addition to your consultation with Mr Lin, we recommend a routine specialist eye examination with an approved practitioner. Around the world, eyelid surgery is increasingly performed as day cases under local anaesthetic. While this has definite advantages, we would emphasis the need for an individual assessment. In some cases, such as in lower eyelid rejuvenation, a general anaesthetic may be a safer option.

Eyelid Surgery

• Upper eyelid surgery can sometimes be performed under local anaesthetic.

• Operation involves carefully measuring and removing excess skin an recreating a crisp upper lid (supratarsal) fold. Sometimes a small sliver of redundant muscle and fat is also removed. The wound is usually closed with a suture that is removed in 5 days.

• Lower eyelid surgery is most commonly performed under general anaesthetic although in some cases local anaesthetic is possible.

• Lower lid surgery traditionally involves removing fatty tissue from the “eyebags” but modern methods often aims to “redistribute” the fat rather than removing them.

• Operation time varies but is usually between 1-2 hours depending on what is required.

• In the immediate post-operative period cool packs may be applied to your eyes to minimize swelling.

After the surgery

• Usually, eyelid surgery can be safely performed as a day case.

• There may be some bruising around the face and eyes which persists for several days.

• Be prepared for approximately 1-2 weeks of recovery prior to return to some social and work commitments.

• Stitches may need to be removed within the first week after surgery.

• Scar management is an integral part of the

recovery process following any surgery to help scars mature and fade.

• As a part of our commitment to the highest quality surgery and after-care, we provide a specialist scar management consultation with our in-house dermal therapist, who will recommend a treatment regimen that is tailored to your individual needs.

PATIENT INFORMATION Mr Frank Lin Plastic Surgeon

 BLEPHAROPLASTY (UPPER AND LOWER EYELID SURGERY)

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Mr. Frank Lin, FRACS Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgeon

Tel: 9890 2800 Fax: 9890 3800 中文专线 : 9899 2266 This information is provided as a guide only. Copyright Dr. Frank Lin 2011-2014

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