Blepharoplasty (Eye Bag Removal) - Everything You Need To Know

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Blepharoplasty
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What Is Blepharoplasty?
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Why Choose Eyelid Surgery?
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About Eyelid Procedures
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Recovery
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Aftercare
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Blepharoplasty
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Complications Side Effects
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Why Choose Us For Eyelid Surgery?
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What Is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is better known as eyelid
surgery. It is a cosmetic procedure that is
designed to remove excess skin or fat from
eyelids. People with eyelids that droop, sag, or
appear hooded often undergo blepharoplasty. It
is a procedure that is performed under general
anaesthetic or under local anaesthetic with
sedation, depending on the extent of the
operation.Loose skin on the eyelid creates folds
that give the impression of heaviness, whereas
loose skin under the eye creates bags making one
look permanently tired.
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What Is Blepharoplasty?
With blepharoplasty, the eyelid, the eye bag or
both, can be operated upon at one time to give
more youthful appearance to your eyes. If you
are considering eyelid surgery, you can discuss
your needs and goals with a professional eye
cosmetic surgeon, who will be able to advise what
is best for you. Blepharoplasty is often
performed with a scalpel, but can also be carried
out with laser technology. Eyelid surgery can be
performed on either the upper or lower eyelid, or
both. The ultimate goal with blepharoplasty is to
restore the look and function of the eyelid by
removing excess skin. The procedure can also
smooth out and tighten the lower eyelid, which
gives a smoother look between the eyelid and the
cheek.
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Why Choose Eyelid Surgery?
There are a number of reasons why both men and
women choose to have eyelid surgery. However, one
of the most common reasons is ageing. As we age,
the muscles and skin in our face lose elasticity
and become saggy. Due the intricate nature of the
eyelids and small surface area, sagging and
looseness is much more noticeable. Creases,
lines, wrinkles and folds appear in both the
upper and lower eyelids. This can make people
feel insecure and self conscious. In addition,
when muscles under the skin begin to slacken with
age, the fat that cushions the eye in its socket
can bulge and appear baggy. Eye bags can run in
the family and in some cases develop early in
life. If you feel that you may have inherited eye
bags before your time as a young adult, speak
with one of our medical professionals for advice
and guidance. Patients often report that their
eye bags appear worse when they first wake up.
This can be due to fluid that settles in areas of
the body where skin is more loose, such as the
eyelids. Because of this fluid build-up, any
fold, line or bagginess can be amplified in the
morning. Drooping eyelids is often found in older
generations. This is where folds of skin can
gather in the eyelids and cause an overhang of
eyelashes.
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About Eyelid Procedures
Blepharoplasty surgery is most commonly performed
under local anaesthetic. Before opting for this
procedure, it is important that you make your
consultant aware of any medications you are
currently taking, particularly blood
thinners. Surgery on the upper eyelids is carried
out by a professional eye surgeon who will make
an incision across the crease line of the eyelid,
where a natural fold of skin is present. Excess
fat and / or muscle along with excess skin is
then removed. Intricate stitching of the incision
then takes place to close the cut. Scars from
healing are hidden in the natural eyelid crease
or fold. If you are having surgery on the lower
eyelids, whilst not very dissimilar to the upper
eyelid procedure, there are some differences. An
incision is made in one of two ways either just
inside of the eyelid, or below the lower eye
lashes. Excess fat is then removed from under the
eye also known as eye bags.
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About Eyelid Procedures
Unlike upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery
does not always involve removing excess skin as
it is the fat within the eye-bag that causes the
issue. In addition, sometimes the muscles and
tendons of the eyelid will require some support
following removal of excess fat. Suture strips
are used to give support to your eyelid
post-surgery. Suture strips, or steri-Strips or a
wound closure strip are designed to pull the skin
on each side of the eyelid incision to minimise
scarring. Surgery for eyelids generally takes
around one to two hours. Patients are usually not
required to stay in hospital overnight and can
return home the same day as the procedure.
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Recovery
Following eyelid surgery, whether on the upper or
lower eyelids will require time off work. Your
consultant will be able to advise how much time
you need based on your individual circumstances.
However, most patients take around 1 week off
work to aid recovery. Depending on your job, or
how comfortable you feel, you may decide to have
more than one week off. The biggest implication
of eyelid surgery is not being able to drive for
approximately 3-5 days following your
operation. This means that you should be able to
return to fairly normal business after this
period. However, it is strongly advised to avoid
any activity that may be strenuous, such as heavy
lifting, gym or swimming. In addition, you should
avoid smoking and do not wear contact lenses
during immediate recovery. Patients should expect
to experience redness and bruising around the
eyes for 2-3 weeks post surgery. Scars may be
more noticeable in the early days of recovery but
will fade as time passes. If possible, you will
be advised not to rub your eyes or to keep any
rubbing to a minimum.
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Aftercare

• When you arrange a consultation with one of our
  experts, you will be given a full recovery and
  aftercare plan that is tailored to your
  individual needs and circumstances. Aftercare
  varies from patient to patient depending on the
  surgery you are having, your age and face shape.
• However, there are general aftercare procedures
  that you will be advised to following, such as
• Gentle cleaning of your eyelids on a regular
  basis. This is done with eye drops or ointment
  that will be supplied to you.
• Wearing sunglasses to protect and shield your
  eyes from wind, dust and sun.
• Taking prescribed painkillers, such as
  paracetamol, to ease any pain you feel. Although
  many patients report little to mild pain post
  eyelid surgery.
• Holding a cold pack on your eyes.
• Propping your head up when resting will reduce
  swelling.

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Complications Side Effects

• As with all surgical procedures, cosmetic surgery
  on the eyelids comes with a list of potential
  complications and side effects that patients
  should be aware of.
• Whilst your consultant will outline the risks and
  complications in your consultation, here are some
  common side effects and rare complications
• Do not be alarmed if your eyelids feel numb after
  surgery, this, along with puffiness, is a common
  side effect and while your eyelids may difficult
  to close at night, will ease in the days
  following your procedure.
• Sometimes eyes can feel sensitive and irritated.
  Eyes may also water regularly. This can last for
  1-3 weeks.
• Bruising is common and may look like you have a
  black-eye.
• Following your procedure, new scars may be pink
  and more noticeable, but these will fade over the
  coming weeks.
• More serious, but rare complications can include
• Blurred vision on a temporary basis.

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Complications Side Effects

• Eyes that look asymmetrical.
• Haematoma a collection of blood underneath the
  skin. This often disappears after 2-3 weeks on
  its own.
• Noticeable scars.
• Eye muscle injury.
• Ectropion whereby the lower eyelid can droop
  outwards away from the eye.
• Eyelid retraction lower eyelid pulls down,
  revealing the white of the eye.
• Blindness (extremely rare).

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Why Choose Us For Eyelid Surgery?
At Manchester Private Hospital, we prides
ourselves on displaying a high level of
professionalism at every stage in your
procedure. From initial consultation to
aftercare, we will ensure your journey to better
eyes is as stress-free as possible with peace of
mind and patient care at the top of our
priorities. When patients contact our clinic,
they can speak with our highly skilled surgeons
who will provide a tailored plan that is unique
as each individual. We understand the anxiety
related to any surgical procedure. That is why we
aim to put patients health and well-being
first. With years of experience carrying out
blepharoplasty procedures, you can be sure you
are in safe hands and in a pressure-free
environment. So if you are looking to boost your
self-confidence and regain a more youthful look,
why not book a consultation today and speak with
one of our eye surgery experts? We have been
provide upper and lower eyelid procedures in
Manchester and major surrounding areas,
including Liverpool, Stockport, Bolton, Bury,
Rochdale, Warrington and beyond.
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Our Surgeon
Mr Singh is a Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive
and Hand Surgeon at the Queen Elizabeth
University Hospital in Birmingham. His NHS
practice includes major reconstruction following
Skin and Breast cancer surgeries and trauma. He
is a well established microsurgeon and regularly
performs microvascular reconstruction.
Professional Profile

• General Medical Council (Specialist
  Registration Plastic Surgery)
• British Association of Plastic Surgeons
• GMC Number 4391825
• 25 Years of Experience

Mr Shivram Singh
Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive Hand
Surgeon MBBS, FRCSI, FRCS (Plast), Dip in Hand
Surgery (FESSH Europe), Dip in Management, BTEC
Lasers
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Our Surgeon
Mr Shah qualified as a doctor in 1991 and was
trained in the UK, Republic of Ireland and
Pakistan in surgery. He is also trained in laser
treatment for aesthetic. Since 2009 he is working
as a surgeon in Plastic, Reconstructive Hand
Surgery department of Royal Preston Hospital
Preston, Lancashire UK. Previously he has worked
for more than 10 years in several positions in
Ireland and another 7 years in Pakistan.
Professional Profile

• General Medical Council Member (GMC
  Number7046179)
• Member of British Medical Association
• Member of Medical Defense Union (MDU)
• Member of Royal College of Surgeons Ireland

Mr Syed Haroon Ali Shah
Consultant Cosmetic Surgeon FRCSI
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Our Surgeon
After graduation in Medicine, completed Surgical
Fellowship from Royal College of Surgeon Ireland
in 1995. Trained in all aspects of Plastic
Reconstructive surgery, working in reputable
hospitals of Ireland till 1999. In 2000 joined a
UK University Hospital as Associate Specialist in
Plastic Surgery, running clinics and operating
independently on aesthetic cases eg. breast
reduction / mastopexy, otoplasty various uplift
procedures post bariatric surgery. Beside
provided Laser service in NHS and in private
along with non-surgical procedures. Relocated to
Pakistan in 2007 as Asst. Professor Plastic
Hand Surgery in Aga Khan University Hospital.
Returned to UK in 2013 to settle as a Senior
Surgeon in St. Georges University hospital,
London.
Professional Profile
Mr Syed Yawar Mehdi

• GMC, General Medical Council, register (No.
  4740962)
• Irish Medical Council (register (No. 14258)
• Surgical Fellowship from Royal College of
  Surgeon Ireland
• Trained in all aspects of Plastic
  Reconstructive surgery

Consultant Plastic Reconstructive Surgeon MBBS,
FRCS
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