OCUPLASTICS-EYELID SURGERY

The Ophthalmologist at Vision Express is fully qualified, and has many years experience, in eyelid surgery. A pre-surgery appointment for eyelid surgery can be arranged at any branch of Vision Express. The Surgery is performed in the Vision Express Surgery Centre in Karlione Court, Rodney Bay.

Eyelid surgery (also called an eye lift or blepharoplasty), reduces bagginess from lower eyelids and removes excess skin from the upper eyelids. This surgery is usually done for cosmetic reasons. It’s also an effective way to improve sight in older people, whose sagging upper eyelids get in the way of their vision. As skin ages, it gradually loses its elasticity. A lack of elasticity plus the constant pull from gravity causes excessive skin to collect on the upper and lower eyelids. Excess skin on the lower eyelid causes wrinkles and bulges. On the upper eyelids, an extra fold of skin can hang over the eyelashes and get in the way of seeing. The best candidates for an eye lift are people who are in good health and who have realistic expectations. Most are 35 years or older, but if baggy eyelids or droopy eyelids run in your family, you may decide to have the surgery done sooner.

Eyelid surgery can enhance your appearance and help build your confidence. However, it may not result in your ideal look or alter your facial structure. Before you decide to have surgery, think about your goals and discuss them with your Ophthalmic Surgeon . Recovery after eyelid surgery is usually about a week. Upper eyelid surgery can last at least five to seven years. Lower eyelid surgery rarely needs to be repeated. Of course, your eyes will still age after the procedure.