A new outlook on life: laser blepharoplasty

One of the vivid examples of the application of the newest technologies in medicine is laser surgery. The application of this approach is possible in the conduct of blepharoplasty. This type of operation is used to eliminate the excess of the skin of the eyelids, the plastic of the muscles of the circumorbital region is performed. This procedure allows you to eliminate all age-related changes and various defects, as well as correct the shape and cut of the eyes.

Laser blepharoplasty has a number of positive sides, due to which it Is not inferior to the scalpel of the surgeon, and in some cases is more desirable. Firstly, the described operation is practically a bloodless method, since the laser not only cuts the tissue, but also "seals" small vessels. Secondly, it allows to improve the visibility of the surgeon, while reducing the time of the operation itself. Thirdly, it reduces the number of bruises and edema acquired during the operation, respectively, helps to recover more quickly.

However, there are some risks to which the person who is being blepharoplasty is going. Complications are of a different nature, ranging from dry eyes and small asymmetries to deteriorating overall health and reduced vision.

Laser blepharoplasty has several types:

• Lower eyelids. It is aimed at getting rid of bags under the eyes and various edematous phenomena.
• Circular. In this case, the plastic of the upper and lower eyelids is performed.
• Correction of the Asian section of the eyes. It is a popular operation in Asia and forms a Europoid fold, if necessary, the epicanthus is removed.
• Cantopexy. It implies a tightening of the corners of the eyelids and strengthening of the ligament apparatus of the lower eyelid.

Laser blepharoplasty is performed according to different indications, which include: functional correction of overhang, elimination of age-related changes, as well as correction of shape and elimination of face asymmetry. Currently, this procedure is most in demand in people aged after 35 years, however, laser eyelid correction can be prescribed and younger.

The procedure for blepharoplasty is carried out on an outpatient basis. Prior to the beginning of the operation, the marking of future sections is carried out. After the application of local anesthesia laser surgical scalpel cuts are made, the depth of about 2-3 mm. Due to the coagulation of the liquid, "biological welding" of the edges takes place. During the procedure, the patient's eyes are protected with a plastic cover, which is similar to a contact lens. Laser blepharoplasty is carried out from one to three hours.

After surgery, you may experience mild discomfort in the form of heaviness.

A person who has decided on an operation, a reasonable question arises as to how much blepharoplasty costs. To answer this question, it is worthwhile to know that the pricing of this operation is affected by: the amount of surgical intervention, the method of implementation, the use of anesthesia. So, for example, the lowest price for eyelid correction in Moscow will be the amount of 25,000 rubles, and the upper limit is 100,000 rubles.

Of course, every person decides whether he needs a blepharoplasty procedure or not. However, before deciding to conduct it, it is worthwhile to assess all possible risks.