Procedure:
corrects eyelid changes as skin and fat pockets excess and muscle flaccidity by removing and fixing these tissues.
Duration:
1 to 2 hours.
Anesthesia:
local with sedation, general in some cases.
Side effects:
temporary discomfort, eyelids stretching sensation, swelling and bruises. Burning, itching and lack of lubrication in the eye. Excessive tearing and light sensitivity in the first few weeks.
Risks:
temporary blurred or double vision. Infection, bleeding. Swelling in eyelids corner. Dry eyes. Asymmetry, inadequate scarring, temporary difficulty to close the eyes. Eyelid traction, usually temporary.
Recovery:
reading in 2 to 3 days.
Return to work:
1 to 2 weeks.
Contact lenses wearing:
2 to 3 weeks.
Physical activities (sports):
3 weeks.
Disappearance of swelling and bruises:
several weeks.
Results:
several years, permanent in certain cases.