Lower blepharoplasty and upper blepharoplasty are among the most commonly recommended surgical procedures in the world of facial surgery. The technique aims to correct excess and sagging skin and fat bags, and to improve the appearance of your eyes.
When the surgeon, together with the patient, decides that laser blepharoplasty is the best option to achieve a good result, the CO2 laser is used to assist in cutting the skin during surgery and, right afterward, to treat the skin.
Find out more about lower blepharoplasty surgery with laser!
How is lower blepharoplasty performed?
Do you know what droopy eyelid surgery in the lower area is for? Basically, the procedure treats fat bags, sagging or excess skin beneath the eyes. In most cases, the problem is caused by signs of aging, or even by genetic factors and a lack of facial care.
Facial plastic surgery on the lower eyelids can be performed in the following ways: transconjunctival, laser, myocutaneous or cutaneous blepharoplasty.
The first option is indicated for cases in which only the fat bags need to be removed. The technique is performed without any skin incisions, since the fat is removed through the conjunctiva, so there are no issues with a blepharoplasty scar.
When, in addition to fat bags, there is sagging skin, laser blepharoplasty can be performed; the incision is made along the lash line, so the scars are practically imperceptible. With the help of the laser, the surgery is less complicated, as is the patient's recovery.
How is lymphatic drainage done after blepharoplasty?
Just as it is important to follow the preoperative instructions prescribed by your doctor for a successful surgery, it is absolutely essential to follow the postoperative guidelines to reach the long-awaited result.
One of the many resources doctors usually recommend to patients is facial lymphatic drainage sessions.
Drainage is responsible for clearing the natural waste products of cellular metabolism. Fluids are removed through gentle movements and pressure, promoting tissue oxygenation and cell nourishment, and the sessions also help reduce the edema that develops after surgery.
They provide greater comfort for the patient, relieving possible discomfort; they even speed up blepharoplasty healing, and the recovery process is safer.
Check with your surgeon to find out how soon you will be cleared for facial lymphatic drainage. Sessions are generally recommended for at least three months after blepharoplasty.
Where can you have laser blepharoplasty in São Paulo?
Interested in lower blepharoplasty? Look for a surgeon who specializes in facial plastic surgery, such as Dr. Rogério Leal, to achieve the best result.
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.
