Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure improving not only the appearance but functional problems of the eyelids. In another word, droopy eyelids not also make you look older, but they also impair vision. However, eyelid surgery can rejuvenate the area surrounding your eyes. Surgery can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids or both. Nowadays, thousands of people choose eye lid surgery or blepharoplasty to improve appearance and correct the possible problems caused by droopy eyelids. It is very important to know that eyelid surgery does not change the form of the eyes. But it makes the eyes look more open and it tightens droopy and loose skin around the eyes.

Eyelid surgery mainly can treat the following problems:

- Puffiness and bags under the eyes
- Bags under eyes
- Drooping lower eyelids
- Excess skin and wrinkles of the lower eyelid
- Deformities of the eyelids

Blepharoplasty is the fourth most frequently performed surgery in Iran, so you can make sure that our highly skilled plastic surgeons provide you with desirable results. Also, eyelid surgery cost in Iran is much lower than other countries, so many people choose to have this surgery in Iran.

Before the Surgery

It is highly recommended to stop taking aspirin or any other blood thinners some days before the surgery to reduce excess bleeding during the surgery.

the Surgery

Eyelid surgery is generally performed under general anesthesia. Depending on your condition, the surgeon decides to perform the surgery on upper lids, lower lids, or both. Your surgeon makes precise marks on your skin to determine where excess skin needs to be removed. Then he starts making tiny delicate incisions in the upper and or lower lids, leaving no visible scars after the surgery.

In some cases, the surgeon will combine the procedure with a brow lift or a face lift to achieve the most desirable result.

After the Surgery

Like any other eye surgery, you may experience red and dry eyes and also mild swelling and bruise which is quite normal. Your surgeon will prescribe you eye drops and instruct you applying cold compress respectively. The healing process is short and less than 2 weeks. You must avoid wearing makeup and contact lenses at least 1 week after the surgery in order to reduce the risk of infection and swelling.