Have you started noticing expression lines on your face? Are droopy eyelids bothering you? Then know that you can solve the problem with two different techniques: Laser blepharoplasty or Incisionless blepharoplasty.
The first technique is indicated for those seeking a long-lasting result with a high level of satisfaction. Meanwhile, the second method is a non-surgical practice. It is indicated for patients in the early stage of skin sagging and delivers a subtle, short-lived result.
We have put together this content so you can understand the difference between the two techniques. Take a look!
What is laser blepharoplasty?
It is a combination of two procedures: blepharoplasty surgery and fractional CO2 laser.
Laser blepharoplasty is indicated to correct excess skin, fat and sagging of the eyelids. The laser is used to cut the skin during the procedure and seal the blood vessels, as well as to treat some areas of the face.
With the use of the laser, blepharoplasty healing is faster and smoother, and bleeding is reduced, as are bruising and swelling.
The final healing process of the blepharoplasty scar takes about three months; during this period, stay out of the sun to prevent dark spots on the skin and the operated areas. Keep in mind that each patient's recovery is individual, since every body reacts in its own way, also taking into account the care given to the face during the postoperative period.
What is incisionless blepharoplasty?
Also known as blepharofulguration, it is a technique performed with electric currents to promote retraction of the tissue being treated, restructuring the area's elastic fibers and collagen.
One of the most widely used methods is the plasma jet, an ionized gas formed by a high-voltage current, which promotes the separation of ions and atoms.
The results of incisionless blepharoplasty are visible from the 20th day after the procedure, but they are gradual, depending on the number of sessions. Patients are generally advised to have an average of three sessions, 30 days apart.
It is important to emphasize that incisionless blepharoplasty does not guarantee satisfactory results in every case; in addition, the effect is temporary, unlike plastic surgery on the face, which maintains its result for up to 15 years, depending on the patient.
That is why the assessment with the surgeon is so important! Both in the pre-assessment and in the postoperative consultations, you need to talk to the specialist, who will assess your clinical condition.
Where can you have laser blepharoplasty in São Paulo?
Looking for blepharoplasty in São Paulo? Book your consultation with Dr. Rogério Leal, oculoplastic surgeon, get all your questions about laser blepharoplasty answered during the assessment, and find out the best options for your case.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
