What Is Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure to improve the appearance and function of the eye area. While some patients undergo blepharoplasty to correct medical issues affecting their vision, most seek this surgery for cosmetic enhancement.

During the procedure, our surgeons remove excess skin and fat while repositioning underlying muscles to create a more refreshed appearance. The surgery can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both. Upper eyelid surgery focuses on eliminating hooding and puffiness, while lower eyelid surgery targets under-eye bags that contribute to a tired or aged appearance.

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What Concerns Can Be Treated With Eyelid Surgery?

The aging process affects each person’s eyes differently. When you visit Aesthetic Polyclinic for a consultation, our providers thoroughly evaluate your concerns to create a customized surgical plan.

Upper Eyelid Surgery

Excess tissue often creates a heavy, hooded appearance that ages your face beyond your years. This sagging might cause your eyes to look smaller or give you a perpetually tired expression. Some patients even find this heaviness interferes with applying eye makeup or impacts their peripheral vision.

Lower Eyelid Surgery

Lower eyelid concerns typically manifest as under-eye bags or deep hollows that create a fatigued appearance. These changes occur as fat deposits shift and skin loses its elasticity, creating shadows and contour irregularities beneath the eyes. Even with adequate rest, these features can stubbornly persist and make you look more tired or older than you feel.

Our patients often seek eyelid surgery when they notice:

  • Persistent puffiness disrupting the natural eye contour
  • Excess skin obscuring the natural fold of the upper eyelid
  • Deep under-eye shadows resistant to concealer and creams
  • A constantly tired or stern expression despite feeling well-rested
  • Upper eyelid heaviness affecting vision or eye makeup application

Who Is a Candidate for Eyelid Surgery?

Most adults troubled by aging around their eyes make excellent candidates for eyelid surgery. During your consultation, a surgeon will thoroughly evaluate your health history and aesthetic goals to ensure this procedure matches your needs.

Ideal candidates for eyelid surgery typically:

  • Maintain good overall health
  • Follow a consistent skincare routine
  • Hold realistic expectations about surgical outcomes
  • Do not smoke (though smokers who commit to stopping several weeks before and after surgery may also qualify)

Age alone rarely determines candidacy for eyelid surgery. While most patients seek treatment in their forties or fifties as aging becomes more pronounced, younger patients with inherited traits like under-eye bags might also benefit from the procedure. The most important factor is not your age but the presence of treatable concerns and your overall health. Your consultation determines if blepharoplasty is the best solution for your concerns.

The Eyelid Surgery Procedure

Eyelid surgery may be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia and IV sedation. To ensure optimal recovery and results, you need to be well-prepared for this procedure and follow your doctor’s post-treatment instructions.

Preparation

Before your scheduled surgery, you will meet with one or more healthcare providers who will review your medical history and talk to you about your expectations. You may need to avoid certain medications, quit smoking and arrange for your return home before surgery.

Surgery

Depending on whether you are having upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery or both, the surgeon makes incisions along the fold of the eyelids or the lash lines. They will remove excess skin and fat and reposition muscle and other tissues. The incision is then closed with stitches.

Recovery

Most patients return home the same day to continue their recovery. Carefully follow all post-operative instructions to minimize swelling and support optimal healing. Many patients feel comfortable returning to work and social activities after 10-14 days, though healing continues subtly for several weeks.

Results

Once swelling and redness subside, your eye area will appear more lifted and youthful. Your eyes will look more alert as a result, and any vision impairment should be improved following surgery. For many of our patients, the results from this surgery last a lifetime.

Why Choose Aesthetic Polyclinic for Eyelid Surgery?

The Aesthetic Polyclinic in Dubai, Al Ain and Abu Dhabi have been committed to providing exceptional service for over two decades. Our dedicated team includes specialist plastic surgeons who have treated countless patients using the latest technology and tried-and-tested surgical approaches.

We understand that choosing to undergo eyelid surgery represents an important decision. Our team approaches each consultation with warmth and attentiveness, taking time to understand your goals and develop a customized surgical plan. This patient-centered approach, combined with our state-of-the-art surgical facilities, allows us to deliver exceptional results in a safe, serene environment.

With us, you can trust that you are in good hands when receiving life-changing procedures like blepharoplasty.

 

Schedule Your Eyelid Surgery Consultation at Aesthetic Polyclinic

Experience the difference that comes with choosing one of the country’s highest-rated aesthetic clinics. To learn more about Blepharoplasty / Eyelid Surgery at the Aesthetic Polyclinic in Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Al Ain, contact us today. Our team looks forward to helping you enhance your appearance through expert eyelid surgery.

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