The eyes are the gateway to our interaction with the outside world. Besides allowing us to see, it is through them that we express our emotions. To reduce the marks on the face, laser blepharoplasty has become the favorite of the moment, transforming the look of the eyes and enhancing youthfulness.
The blepharoplasty technique, which is surgery of the lower and upper eyelids, improves both aesthetic and functional aspects. To understand how laser blepharoplasty can solve this problem, keep reading.
How does laser blepharoplasty work?
Laser blepharoplasty is similar to the traditional technique; however, a fractional CO2 laser is used to make the incisions and also as a way of treating the skin.
During surgery, the laser is used to make the incisions and for coagulation, so the patient bleeds less and, during the healing period, will have less bruising and swelling. The laser device’s second handpiece, in turn, is used to treat the skin in the area.
The laser used in this incisional blepharoplasty technique improves tone, provides a slight lightening effect, reduces wrinkles and increases collagen to make the skin firmer. It is a procedure that must be performed with caution and precision by the surgeon.
How is lower eyelid blepharoplasty performed?
Eyelid surgery removes and, in some cases, redistributes the fat below the eyes, in addition to reducing excess skin in the lower eye area.
The procedure usually takes two hours, but the time can vary depending on the case and on the combination of techniques. As with the traditional method, laser blepharoplasty must be performed in a surgical center to ensure greater comfort and safety for the patient, as well as to provide the doctor with complete infrastructure.
Local anesthesia with sedation is used; however, in some cases, the anesthesiologist may recommend general anesthesia. The first step of the surgery is marking the incisions, so that the result is as natural as possible and the scar is nearly imperceptible.
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.
