Eyelid conditions and corrections
What is an eyelid correction?
As you get older, your skin also ages. The elasticity and tightness of the skin around your eyes decreases. This can cause your eyelids to droop and lead to bags or wrinkles. This can give a sombre or tired impression and may also put pressure on your eyes, cause fatigue of the eyes or even a reduced field of vision and sometimes even headaches. People who smoke, drink or spend too long in the sun have a bigger chance of developing eyelid conditions. Eyelid corrections can remedy these problems.
Treatment of droopy eyelids
There are many different possible treatments, depending on the cause of the droopy eyelids.
SURGICAL PROCEDURES FOR CLINICAL CONDITIONS
- Ectropion and entropion
- Ptosis of the upper eyelid
This is a condition in which the eyelid droops, which can hamper your vision. It can occur in just one eye, resulting in a cosmetically displeasing asymmetry. A surgical procedure can easily correct this.
AESTHETIC PROCEDURES
- Upper eyelid correction
Excess, sagging skin above the eye is removed.
- Lower eyelid correction
Your lower eyelids can also droop, as the fat tissue bulges out of the eye socket and makes for bags under your eyes. A lower eyelid correction can correct this.
The procedure
Most eyelid corrections take place under local anaesthesia at our eye centre. The procedure is almost entirely painless. For procedures under local anaesthesia, a light meal beforehand is permitted.
Once the procedure is finished, you can leave our clinic. Your vision may be a bit blurry in the first hours after the procedure, and so we suggest that someone comes with you. Once the local anaesthetic has worn off, you may have a slightly unpleasant sensation, but this will soon disappear. You should rest on the first day after the procedure. After that, you are free to resume your daily activities.
Treatment of wrinkles
- Injections with botulinum toxin: this relaxes the muscles that cause wrinkles, without paralysing them completely. These injections are useful both for repair and prevention. You will see their effects within 8 days to 3 to 4 months after the treatment.
- Injections with hyaluronic acid: this acid is a filler that allows folds to be corrected that are not caused by facial expressions. You will see their effects within 8 days to 18 to 24 months.
- Tixel treatment: in this treatment, thermo-mechanical ablation is used, which quickly and safely conducts thermal energy to the skin around the eyes.
How much does an eyelid correction cost?
The costs can vary, depending on the type of procedure you need. During our consultation, we will explain the details of the cost to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ptosis or a drooping eyelid and how is it treated?
Ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid droops downward, potentially obstructing vision. It can affect one or both eyes and may also cause a cosmetically disturbing asymmetry. A surgical procedure can quickly correct this problem. At Medipolis Eye Center, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
What is ectropion of the eyelid and when is surgery necessary?
Ectropion is a condition in which the eyelid turns outward, exposing the red inner surface of the eyelid. This is cosmetically bothersome and requires surgical correction. At Medipolis Eye Center, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is barely painful. Ectropion can sometimes occur when the lower eyelids begin to sag and orbital fat bulges forward.
What is entropion and what damage can it cause to your eyes?
Entropion is a condition in which the eyelid turns inward, causing the eyelashes to rub against the cornea. This leads to pain, irritation, light sensitivity, and a gritty sensation in the eye. The scratching eyelashes can permanently reduce vision. Surgical treatment is necessary to correct the condition. At Medipolis, this procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
What is the difference between upper and lower eyelid surgery?
During upper eyelid surgery, excess loose skin and sometimes excess fat above the eye are removed to restore a fresher appearance. During lower eyelid surgery, the bulging orbital fat that causes under-eye bags is treated. Both procedures are performed under local anesthesia at Medipolis, and the results are quickly visible and long-lasting.
How much does eyelid surgery cost and what is the recovery like?
How much does eyelid surgery cost and what is the recovery like?
The cost of eyelid surgery varies depending on the type of procedure. During your consultation at Medipolis, you will receive the exact price. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, and you do not need to fast beforehand. After the treatment, you can usually leave almost immediately. Swelling and bruising are normal and generally disappear within two weeks.