Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your eyelids? Perhaps they are too heavy causing a sleepy and tired look or you just want to have double eyelids? The answer is blepharoplasty. It is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgeries in Singapore since unlike in the west many south East Asians do not naturally have double eyelids.
Let's take a closer look at blepharoplasty to find out if it is the ideal treatment for you.
What is blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery or eyelift is a procedure done on the eyelids to improve the appearance of the eyes as well as to reduce the tired look.
One of the main caused of droopy eyelids is advancing in age or sun exposure. This also contributes to wrinkles in the eyelids. The result is a tired and unmotivated look.
Through blepharoplasty, the surgeon can reduce excess skin on the upper or lower eyelids. This will reduce the appearance of wrinkles as well as treating eye bags. The result is a vibrant and alert look. Patients also appear younger and are a great option for reducing signs of ageing.
Blepharoplasty is most common with Singaporean women between the ages of 40 and 60. After the treatment patients can achieve a much younger and more vibrant look. The face appears alert and the patient looks refreshed and motivated.
But blepharoplasty is not just common with women. Older people who have saggy eyelids that affect their vision can also undergo the procedure. After the treatment, they no longer need to struggle with their eyesight.
Patients can have the procedure performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. The surgeon will either remove excess skin, fat or muscle from the eyelids to achieve the desired outcome.
Upper eyelid surgery procedure
In upper eyelid surgery, the doctor will aim to find the natural fold of the skin. It is here they will make an incision and then proceed to remove excess skin, muscle or fat. The surgeon will extend the incision so that after the treatment the natural fold reaches the outsides of the eyes.
The surgeon then uses sutures that are naturally absorbed by the body, if you are worried about any eventual scarring, don't be! This is because the natural crease in the eyelid will hide the scar.
Lower eyelid surgery procedure
In lower eyelid surgery, the doctor will make the incision along the lash line. They will then use this to remove any excess fat deposits as well as excess tissue. For people with eye bags, the surgeon makes the incisions directly into the lower eyelid.
That said, people who have dark eye circles under the eyes and have a hollow appearance may not need an incision. Instead, the doctor may use fillers containing hyaluronic acid to fill the space under the eyelids. This causes the skin to rehydrate thus getting rid of the dark appearance.
Blepharoplasty for Double Eyelids
Double eyelid surgery is the most popular type of blepharoplasty in Singapore. The surgeon creates a crease in the upper eyelids resulting in the appearance of a double eyelid. The fold pulls the upper eyelid upwards resulting in larger eyes, and a fresher and more vibrant look.
One of the many benefits of double eyelid surgery is that women find it more accommodating when wearing makeup. For instance, more eyelashes are exposed.
To get the best results it is important that you choose a top-notch clinic such as Dream Plastic Surgery and a doctor with many years of experience. They will help prevent some of the risks involved with double eyelid surgery.
What to expect from blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty on both the upper and lower eyelids involves the patient being placed under general anaesthesia. The procedure will take 2 hours on both eyelids.
As for double eyelid surgery, the patient is placed under local anaesthesia. It will take up to an hour for the surgeon to complete the procedure.
Once the surgery is complete, patients can expect some swelling and bruising. However, to ensure proper healing, the doctor will recommend ice packs. The patient is also expected to refrain from strenuous activity or too much bending.
Cost of blepharoplasty in Singapore
The cost of blepharoplasty in Singapore depends on several factors such as the type of eyelid surgery, type of clinic and doctors' fees. That said, the average cost of eyelid surgery ranges between $2000 - $4000. Moreover, patients who undergo both upper and lower blepharoplasty can expect to pay between $3000 and $6000.
Final Thoughts
Blepharoplasty is a great option for eyelid treatment. Whether you have saggy eyelids caused by excessive skin tissue, have eye bags or dark eye circles, eyelid surgery will help fix the problem. Always choose a doctor with plenty of experience to prevent the occurrence of risks.
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Singapore 238859
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