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Eyelid Surgery Dubai - Overview
Do you find yourself squinting or feeling self-conscious about your eyelids? Eyelid surgery, or Blepharoplasty, can offer a solution. By addressing excess skin, fat, or muscle, this procedure can rejuvenate your appearance and boost your confidence. Whether you’re looking to enhance your aesthetics or alleviate vision problems caused by drooping eyelids, eyelid surgery can be a beneficial option.
Dr. Zamir Paez specializes in blepharoplasty surgery, providing personalized solutions that blend artistry with precision, ensuring that each patient achieves a naturally vibrant look that enhances their facial harmony.
The Concept of Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery is a procedure to improve or elevate the appearance of the upper or lower eyelids or both. Its primary goal is to improve the look of the eye area and address vision issues caused by sagging eyelids.
The surgery can address:
- Excess skin that obstructs or hinders vision
- Loose or drooping skin that affects the natural contour of the upper eyelid, at times even impairing vision
- Puffy, fatty deposits beneath the eyelid skin
- Under-eye bags
- Sagging lower eyelids that expose white beneath the iris
- Extra or saggy skin and fine wrinkles on the lower eyelids
Reasons you can opt for Eyelid or Blepharoplasty Surgery
Eyelid surgery is commonly performed for cosmetic purposes but can also help improve vision in older adults whose sagging upper eyelids interfere with their sight.
The aging process of the eyelids
As we age, the skin gradually loses its elasticity. This loss, combined with the constant pull of gravity, leads to an accumulation of excess skin on the upper and lower eyelids.
On the lower eyelids, excess skin results in wrinkles and bulging. On the upper eyelids, extra skin can form a fold that hangs over the lashes, obstructing vision.
There is a fat tissue that cushions the eyeball from the skull. This can also contribute to bulging in the eyelids. With age, the thin membrane that holds this fat in place weakens, allowing the fat to push forward into the lids, similar to a hernia.
An eye lift won’t address dark circles, crow’s feet, or other facial wrinkles. It’s often combined with treatments like laser resurfacing, filler injections, or brow lifts for more comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Enhancing Vision
How does blepharoplasty improve vision? Sagging skin around the eyes can resolve peripheral vision and the upper field of vision, making it harder to see clearly without lifting your chin or raising your eyebrows. By removing the excess skin, blepharoplasty can restore a clearer field of view.
Types of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Blepharoplasty majorly focuses on your upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, depending on your goals and our surgeon’s recommendations.
Upper Blepharoplasty
In an upper blepharoplasty, your surgeon will create incisions along the natural crease of your upper eyelid, which will be hidden when your eyes are open. Through these incisions, the surgeon will eliminate the excess skin and any bulging fat before closing the area.
Lower Blepharoplasty
For a lower blepharoplasty, an incision is made just beneath the lower lash line. This aids the surgeon in removing the excess skin from the lower eyelid. Alternatively, a hidden incision may be made inside the lower eyelid (a transconjunctival incision) to address fat redistribution or removal for lower eyelid correction.
Types of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Blepharoplasty majorly focuses on your upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, depending on your goals and our surgeon’s recommendations.
Upper Blepharoplasty
In an upper blepharoplasty, your surgeon will create incisions along the natural crease of your upper eyelid, which will be hidden when your eyes are open. Through these incisions, the surgeon will eliminate the excess skin and any bulging fat before closing the area.
Lower Blepharoplasty
For a lower blepharoplasty, an incision is made just beneath the lower lash line. This aids the surgeon in removing the excess skin from the lower eyelid. Alternatively, a hidden incision may be made inside the lower eyelid (a transconjunctival incision) to address fat redistribution or removal for lower eyelid correction.
Eyelid Surgery in Dubai – The Procedure
At Dr. Zamir’s clinic, blepharoplasty is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, which means you can go home the same day unless you’re combining it with other cosmetic surgeries. The entire procedure generally takes 1 to 2 hours, depending on the specifics of your case.
The Blepharoplasty Process with Dr. Zamir Paez:
Anesthesia
Dr. Zamir Paez administers either local or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the surgery. Local anesthesia numbs the eye area, and you remain awake during the procedure, with the option of receiving oral or intravenous sedatives for added comfort. General anesthesia is used if you’re undergoing multiple cosmetic procedures alongside blepharoplasty, ensuring you’re fully asleep during the surgery.
Incision
For upper blepharoplasty, Dr. Zamir Paez carefully marks the natural creases of your eyelids to ensure any scars remain hidden within these folds. The incision allows him to remove or reposition excess fat using advanced tools like surgical scissors, radio-frequency devices, or lasers.
In lower blepharoplasty, the incision is placed along the lower lash line or smile crease, discreetly hidden. Excess fat, skin, and muscle are skillfully trimmed to achieve a smoother appearance.
If a transconjunctival blepharoplasty is needed, our surgeon makes the incision inside the lower eyelid. This technique allows for the removal or redistribution of fat without removing the skin, leaving no visible external scars.
Dr. Zamir Paez tailors the amount of skin, fat, or muscle removed based on a thorough preoperative assessment of factors like bone structure, muscle tone, and eyebrow symmetry. For patients with dry eyes, minimal tissue is removed to prevent excessive air exposure and ensure eye comfort.
Closing the Incisions
After the procedure, our surgeon uses either sutures or skin glue to close the incisions. The sutures are usually self-dissolving and invisible, though in some cases, tiny non-dissolving stitches are used and removed within a week, leaving no visible scars.
Recovery Post-Procedure
While eyelid surgery is generally painless, you may experience some swelling and bruising afterward. Most people feel comfortable returning to public activities within 10 to 14 days, though full recovery can take several months.
During the recovery period, cold compresses and antibiotic ointment can help reduce swelling.
Dr. Zamir Paez will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions, which may include:
- Proper eye care guidelines.
- Medications to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Signs to watch for at the surgical site.
- When to schedule your follow-up appointment.
How long do the Blepharoplasty surgery results last?
Though blepharoplasty doesn’t stop the natural aging process, its results are long-lasting. Upper eyelid surgery can last anywhere from five to seven years or even a lifetime, while lower eyelid surgery typically does not require a second procedure.
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Choose the best Eyelid Surgeon in Dubai – Dr. Zamir Paez
When considering eyelid surgery, choosing the right surgeon is paramount. Dr. Zamir Paez, a leading eyelid surgeon in Dubai, offers a wealth of experience, expertise, and a commitment to exceptional results. With his personalized approach and meticulous attention to detail, he is dedicated to helping you achieve your desired outcome and regain your confidence.
Let Dr. Zamir guide you on your journey to refreshed, youthful eyes.
