Surgical blepharoplasty corrects excess eyelid skin and under-eye bags at LaCLINIQUE of Switzerland in Lugano, Switzerland. The procedure may cost around $9,800, and surgery takes place in accredited nursing homes.
Surgical approaches and timing
The surgeon may use one of two techniques, depending on the eyelid changes being treated.
- Transconjunctival blepharoplasty: Removes under-eye fat through the inner eyelid, without an external cut or removable stitches.
- Transcutaneous blepharoplasty: Uses eyelid incisions to remove excess skin and fat. In some cases, a small strip of muscle is also removed.
Surgery usually takes 50–90 minutes. It uses local anesthesia, or general anesthesia for more complex cases.
This is usually day surgery, so an overnight hospital stay is not normally needed. Procedures take place in accredited nursing homes in Lugano, Milan, or Naples.
Recovery after surgery
Minor bruising and swelling often settle within a few days. Slight swelling may remain for a few weeks.
If stitches are used, they are removed after 2–4 days. Dressings may be applied during the first 15 days. Contact lenses can usually be worn after one week, while makeup should wait until stitch removal.
Sun exposure should be limited for about four weeks. After that, use sun protection.
Blepharoplasty may address under-eye bags, drooping eyelids, excess upper eyelid skin, or dark circles. It is most often requested from age 40.
The procedure alone may not address deep crow’s feet, a low brow, loose cheek skin, or poor skin quality. These concerns may call for a combined treatment plan.
To explore whether surgical blepharoplasty may suit your needs, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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