Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper or lower eyelids – or both in a single procedure. Upper blepharoplasty is usually performed under local anesthesia, while sedation is required for lower blepharoplasty.

If the procedure is performed under sedation, laboratory blood tests and completion of a medical questionnaire are required so that physicians can ensure there are no contraindications for performing the procedure.

A few days before surgery, patients are advised to avoid medications containing acetylsalicylic acid (Andol, Aspirin) or other drugs that prolong bleeding time. This helps reduce the risk of bleeding, promotes wound healing during eyelid correction, and shortens recovery time.

After the procedure, the patient remains at the Polyclinic for as long as the doctor deems necessary, depending on the complexity of the procedure, type of anesthesia, and the patient’s health condition.

Hematomas after surgery are rare, and swelling is most pronounced on the second and third days following the procedure. It will gradually decrease over the course of a week, after which normal activities can be resumed.

The first check-up, as well as stitch removal, takes place 4–6 days after the surgery. Scars are discreet immediately after the operation and should completely disappear within the first few months. Although changes will be visible after about a week, the final result is expected after several months when the swelling fully subsides and the scars heal.