Blepharoplasty is typically an outpatient surgery, meaning you go home the same day after the procedure. It can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on what’s most appropriate for you and the surgeon’s recommendation. Our plastic surgery team in Dubai will discuss these options during your consultation, ensuring you are comfortable and confident before proceeding.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Blepharoplasty?
Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty are generally adults who are in good overall health and looking to address aging or hereditary changes around their eyes. You might be a good candidate if you have:
- Droopy upper eyelids: Excess skin hanging over the natural upper lid crease, sometimes impairing your field of vision.
- Puffy or swollen-looking eyelids: Fat deposits that create a puffy appearance of the upper lids or persistent bags under the eyes.
- Under-eye bags or hollows: Loose skin or bulging fat under the eyes causing a “tired” look.
- Eyelids that always look tired or aged: Eyes that make you appear older, sad, or fatigued even when you feel fine.
The procedure is commonly performed on people aged 30s and above, but it can also benefit younger patients with inherited traits like baggy eyelids. Before recommending surgery, our Dubai surgeons will evaluate your medical history and eye health to ensure eyelid surgery is safe and appropriate for you.
Types of Blepharoplasty Procedures (Upper, Lower, Both)
Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty are generally adults who are in good overall health and looking to address aging or hereditary changes around their eyes. You might be a good candidate if you have:
- Droopy upper eyelids: Excess skin hanging over the natural upper lid crease, sometimes impairing your field of vision.
- Puffy or swollen-looking eyelids: Fat deposits that create a puffy appearance of the upper lids or persistent bags under the eyes.
- Under-eye bags or hollows: Loose skin or bulging fat under the eyes causing a “tired” look.
- Eyelids that always look tired or aged: Eyes that make you appear older, sad, or fatigued even when you feel fine.
The procedure is commonly performed on people aged 30s and above, but it can also benefit younger patients with inherited traits like baggy eyelids. Before recommending surgery, our Dubai surgeons will evaluate your medical history and eye health to ensure eyelid surgery is safe and appropriate for you.
Benefits of Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty offers numerous benefits, which is why it remains one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for the face. Key benefits of blepharoplasty include:
- Rejuvenated, Youthful Appearance: Eyelid surgery helps your eyes look more open, awake, and youthful. Patients often report that they no longer look tired or sad, but rather more refreshed and vibrant.
- Improved Vision (if Applicable): Lifting droopy upper lids can expand your field of vision, making daily activities easier. You’ll not only look better but also see better if sagging skin was hindering your sight.
- Boost in Self-Confidence: Enhancing the eye area can positively impact your confidence. Looking more youthful and alert often translates into greater self-esteem in everyday life.
- Natural, Long-Lasting Results: Our surgeons ensure natural-looking results. Friends and colleagues may notice you appear well-rested without the change looking “overdone.” Results are long-lasting; upper eyelid results can last 5-7 years, and lower eyelid surgery is rarely needed twice.
- Minimal Scarring and Quick Recovery: Incisions are discreetly placed, making scars virtually invisible once healed. Recovery is quick (about one to two weeks), and discomfort is mild. This means significant results with shorter downtime compared to more extensive surgeries.