Dual plane Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty, also known as eye lift, is an operation that corrects multiple problems in the eyelid area and beyond. Patients with severe drooping and sagging of the upper eyelid, sagging and bags of the lower eyelid, are the appropriate candidates.

Bags under eyes are caused when the tissue structures and muscles supporting the eyelids weaken. The skin may start to sag, and fat that's usually around the eye can move into the area below your eyes. Also, the space below your eyes can gather fluid, making the area look puffy or swollen. Genetics play a major role in the under-eye bag development as well.

It can be done only on the upper, lower or both eyelids.

Excess fat and skin are removed through a small incision made in the natural crease on the upper eyelid and below the lash line on the lower eyelid. Lower eyelid surgery is a more delicate procedure than upper eyelid surgery. Thus, each patient should be evaluated separately as the procedure is individualized according to the specific needs of each case. Dr. Andreas Ioannidis main goal is to give a natural and beautiful result avoiding over resection of through detailed measurements.

The new dual plane eyelid technique improves the level of regeneration and treats even the smallest wrinkles of the lower eyelid with the least possible mobilization. The results are longer lasting and more impressive.

Where is the operation performed?

The operation can be performed in a clinic with local anesthesia or general anesthesia or sedation depending on the patient's physical condition and the duration of the operation is about 2 hours.

To whom is it addressed to;

In men and women over 35 years, it can be done at younger ages when there is eyelid deformity.

Additional advantages of the Dual Plane technique

• The middle third of the face is lifted
• Improvement of nasolabial wrinkles
• Eyebrow lift (with no further incision) if the patient wishes

Postoperative management

The patient can return home the same day. For the next 48 hours, swelling and bruising may occur which subside on their own in 48 hours up to 10 days. The sutures will be removed in the second 24 hours on the lower eyelid and in 4 days on the upper eyelid.

When does one return to everyday life?

Recovery time is about 2 weeks. One can start applying makeup on day 7 to cover the mild erythema that surrounds the incision, which usually disappears quickly. Sunglasses and a gentle massage in the area are essential in the first few months.

Contraindications?

• Cataract
• Glaucoma
• High myopia
• Exophthalmos

When should the operation be performed?

This is determined by the patient, there is no specific period, a 2-week recovery period will be needed.

The result lasts 10-15 years and depends on some factors:

• The intensity of the problem
• Skin quality
• The way of life