Lower eyelid correction
Operation Description
Often, the causes of under-eye bags are fatigue and lack of sleep, and they can quickly subside with rest. However, other factors prevent swollen eyelids from disappearing with a good rest, including:
- Genetics
- Aging
- Darker skin prone to hyperpigmentation
- Certain health problems, such as thyroid issues, and more
Under-eye bags caused by these factors cannot be easily regulated or eliminated without intervention.
A significant number of individuals face issues with puffy under-eye bags that are often darker in color, making them difficult to conceal even with high-quality makeup. While numerous under-eye creams are available on the market, it's important to note that these creams, due to their composition, only provide temporary hydration to delicate skin, giving it a temporary freshness and a rested appearance.
When it comes to dark circles under the eyes and under-eye bags, a long-term solution that provides lasting results is blepharoplasty - the correction of lower eyelids.
Blepharoplasty is the medical term for eyelid aesthetic surgery. Considering that the region under the eyes is extremely sensitive and thin, it easily loses elasticity. Blepharoplasty is one of the most common procedures today, both for women and men, as it delivers long-lasting results and a fresh, rejuvenated appearance to the entire face.
In addition to the aesthetic benefit, there is a functional gain after the correction of lower eyelids, as the feeling of heaviness due to the presence of under-eye bags will no longer occur. It is possible to perform only the correction of lower eyelids, or if necessary, both upper and lower eyelids together, and for maximum effect of tightened skin, it can be combined with a facelift.
If you are troubled by the question of how to remove under-eye bags, schedule a consultation at our hospital, where one of our expert specialists in aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery will talk to you and, based on your expectations and their assessment, propose the best solution. Schedule your consultation today at +38169 3699801.
Candidates
Individuals who may benefit from lower eyelid correction:
- Those with lower eyelids that are dark, swollen, or appear as "bags" under the eyes
- Those whose under-eye bags are genetically conditioned
- Those whose under-eye bags are age-related
- Those for whom under-eye bags create aesthetic issues
- Those troubled by swollen under-eye bags and have not succeeded in resolving them with any other method
Preparation
If only the correction of the lower eyelids is performed, based on the examination and discussion with the patient, the doctor decides whether local anesthesia, analgosedation, or general anesthesia will be used. It is advisable to stop taking aspirin and herbal supplements that may affect blood coagulation and complicate the operative and postoperative course two weeks before the surgery.
Operation time
After applying the agreed type of anesthesia, an incision is made on the lower eyelid below the lash line. Excess skin and fatty tissue are then removed. Afterward, the incision is stitched, and the intervention is completed. The incision is designed to be minimally visible, and as time passes, it will heal into a scar and become unnoticeable. The duration of the surgery is about an hour.
Recovery
Patients are usually discharged home on the same day after the correction of lower eyelids. Recovery from this procedure is relatively fast. Mild discomfort, swelling, and bruising may occur during the first few days after the procedure. These symptoms are alleviated by applying cold compresses and prescribed medications to reduce swelling and discomfort. In individuals with generally sensitive eyes, increased tearing of the eyes may occur.
Stitches are removed one week after the intervention, and the patient can then return to daily activities. The final result of the procedure becomes visible in a few weeks when swelling is completely reduced.
Safety precautions
Complications after the correction of lower eyelids are very rare. If they occur, the most common are transient swelling with bruising, infections, eversion of the lower eyelid, inability to fully close the eyelid, or visible scars. These complications can be completely prevented if the patient follows preoperative and postoperative advice from the doctor.
Price
The cost of lower eyelid correction at the Colić Special Hospital is 1200 euros. Services included in the price of the surgery are:
- Preoperative examination by an anesthesiologist
- The surgery itself
- Short hospital stay
- Necessary medications
- Check-ups and dressings in the days after the surgery
- Stitch removal
What is not included in the procedure cost is the initial examination with the doctor, blood and ECG tests, examinations by specialists outside the hospital, costs before hospital admission, telephone expenses, and medications that the patient takes at home before or after the procedure.
Refer to the exact price list for all services provided by Colić Hospital.