Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic or functional procedure that removes excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper and/or lower eyelids. It’s performed to improve the appearance of tired, droopy, or puffy eyes and may also enhance vision when sagging upper eyelid skin interferes with sight.
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty involves removing loose skin and sometimes fat to restore a more youthful, alert appearance. Lower eyelid surgery typically targets under-eye bags and wrinkles, either by removing or repositioning fat and tightening the skin.
The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, and it takes 1–2 hours depending on the extent of the surgery.
Recovery time is relatively short—most swelling and bruising subside within 10–14 days. Results are long-lasting, with a natural and refreshed look. Blepharoplasty can be performed alone or combined with other facial procedures like a facelift or brow lift.
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It is preferable to arrive two days prior to the blepharoplasty procedure for the routine examination.
The recuperation process will add six days to your stay in Turkey. You can use your spare time to explore Istanbul’s attractions.
Typically, the effects will persist for anywhere between 5-7 years. Rarely is a lower lid blepharoplasty necessary again. Instead of having another eyelid operation, you can benefit from a brow lift if you discover that your eyelids start to droop again over time.
A blepharoplasty can be done at any moment. But if you’re looking for one because you’re getting older, you’ll typically have the best impact after age 40. The treatment should normally not be performed on older patients due to the possibility of surgical complications.
Recovery after blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is generally quick and straightforward when post-op instructions are followed carefully. Here’s what most patients experience:
🏥 Immediately After Surgery
- Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort around the eyes are common.
- Vision may be slightly blurry due to ointments or temporary dryness.
- Cold compresses are recommended to reduce swelling in the first 48 hours.
⏳ Healing Timeline
- Bruising and swelling peak within 2–3 days and usually subside in 10–14 days.
- Most people return to normal daily activities in 1 week.
- Full recovery and final results become apparent in 4–6 weeks.
⚠️ Post-Op Care
- Keep the head elevated while sleeping.
- Avoid strenuous activity, bending, or lifting for at least 2 weeks.
- Wear sunglasses outdoors to protect healing skin.
- Avoid makeup around the eyes until cleared by your surgeon.
👩⚕️ Follow-Up Care
Stitches are often removed within 5–7 days, unless dissolvable.
Attend all post-op visits.
