Overview of Eyelid Surgery:
Some individuals suffer from droopy eyelids or sagging and swelling due to various factors, making eyelid surgery ideal for those aspiring for a younger appearance.

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, helps lift drooping eyelids, eliminate under-eye bags, and tighten sagging skin according to the patient's needs and the advice of the doctor. This surgery helps make the patient appear younger and improves facial appearance.

Before starting the surgery, Dr. Mutaz Alshakhanbah will review your medical history, health issues, and medications you are taking.

He will also discuss with you your expectations for the surgery, its risks, and benefits; this will help you accept the upcoming outcome.

You will also undergo multiple examinations such as:
Eye examination.
Blood tests.

The surgeon will provide you with all the instructions related to the surgery.

Anyone over the age of 18 can undergo eyelid surgery.

Am I a good candidate for eyelid surgery?

This procedure is suitable in the following cases:

Droopy eyelids due to aging.
Puffy eyelids with prominent bags under the eyes.
Patients often choose to undergo eyelid surgery concurrently with facelift surgery or other cosmetic surgical procedures.

Upper eyelid surgery:

This procedure involves making an incision along the eyelid crease, excess skin and tissues above the incision can be removed, or fat can be eliminated. The incision is then closed and usually heals with an acceptable scar cosmetically hidden within the eyelid crease.

Lower eyelid surgery:

There are several different approaches to lower eyelid surgery, the surgeon may choose to create an incision along the lower lash line directly, or perform a surgical incision inside the eyelid, meaning there will be no visible external scar or wound.

Recovery:

• Most patients experience minimal pain after surgery.
• The doctor recommends applying ice packs for 72 hours immediately after surgery, followed by warm compresses.
• Stitches are removed after 5-7 days of surgery.
• Some bruising is expected and typically resolves within about two weeks.
• You can return to work after one week.
• You can drive after 1-2 weeks of surgery.
• You can gradually resume physical activity after 2-4 weeks of surgery.

Duration of the procedure:
The procedure takes about 30 minutes to one hour, and may take up to two hours if upper and lower eyelid surgery are performed simultaneously.

Duration of the results:
Results of the procedure typically last a long time, upper eyelid surgery can last from five to seven years or even a lifetime, while lower eyelid surgery rarely needs to be repeated more than once.