When you look in the mirror, do you notice a sad, tired-looking gaze? Droopy eyelid surgery is an option to solve your problem, but the decision involves several issues that must be carefully considered. The main and most important one concerns the professional who will perform the procedure.
Blepharoplasty consists of removing excess eyelid skin, fat, bags under the eyes or eyelid sagging. Because it is a surgical treatment, blepharoplasty, or droopy eyelid surgery, must be performed by a physician in a surgical center.
What is the specialty of the doctor who performs droopy eyelid surgery?
When deciding to undergo plastic surgery, it is important to choose a surgeon you trust!
Dr. Rogério Leal is an oculoplastic surgeon, a specialist in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery, and a member of the Brazilian Society of Ocular Plastic Surgery (SBCPO) and the Brazilian Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery (ABCPF).
Charisma, objectivity and a passion for the art describe Dr. Rogério Leal's work. He performs everything from surgical procedures to laser facial treatments and chemical peels, in a precise, meticulous way, with attention to every detail.
When looking for a surgeon, review their specializations and the procedures they have performed and, if possible, the results of the surgeries they have already done.
What care is needed after eyelid surgery?
It is important to strictly follow all the post-surgical recommendations given by the doctor, so that the result is not put at risk.
It is important to remember why this care matters: with technological advances in equipment and refinements in surgical techniques, it is common for patients to feel no pain after surgery, and this creates a sense of security that leads them to overdo it.
Some postoperative care tips for blepharoplasty
- Apply cold compresses with saline solution over the eyes to reduce swelling and clean the area during the first few days after surgery.
- Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes and the scar from sunlight, along with sunscreen to prevent dark spots on the area
- Sleep on your back and keep your upper body higher than the rest of your body during the first week after surgery
- Avoid sudden facial movements
- Avoid sudden changes in temperature
- Eat a balanced diet
The stitches are removed around seven days after laser blepharoplasty surgery. Between 10 and 14 days, the patient is cleared to resume physical activity. If you have any questions, simply attend your appointments and ask the doctor everything.
Who can have blepharoplasty surgery?
There is no right age, but rather the right opportunity. Contrary to what many people think, this is not a procedure aimed only at patients over 40.
Young people are increasingly turning to facial plastic surgery. After all, the new generation is becoming more demanding about appearance than previous generations. A sad, tired look in the eyes can be the result of genetic inheritance or excessive sun exposure without protection.
Blepharoplasty surgery can be performed on the lower eyelid, the upper eyelid or both, and in some cases other procedures may be recommended in combination to improve the aesthetic result.
Where can you have blepharoplasty in São Paulo?
Dr. Rogério Leal performs blepharoplasty in São Paulo at Hospital Albert Einstein and Hospital Santa Catarina, two facilities with high standards of infrastructure, medical equipment and care, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Would you like to book your consultation with Dr. Rogério Leal? Contact our scheduling center via WhatsApp: São Paulo (11) 97222-6161.
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.
