Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. This adage not partially holds true in the kind of world we are living in – the harsh reality that physical looks do matter. People are willing to go under the knife just to alter their appearances for the purpose of being hired or finding love. Starting with the eyes, the part of the face most of us first makes contact. No wonder it is not just the Philippines eyelid surgery is gaining popularity.
According to American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, eyelid surgery is on the fourth spot of the most popular medical surgical procedures of 2012. To understand more of this cosmetic surgery procedure we stated some of its facts below:
What is Eyelid Surgery?
It is the process of removing excess fat, skin and muscle in the upper and lower eyelids. As we age, our skin turns saggy or loses its elasticity. People who want to get rid of their droopy eyes or the “snoopy-look” and the puffy bags in their lower lids.
Who are the Eligible Patients for Eyelid Surgery?
• A patient must be in good physical and psychological condition.• The patient must have realistic expectations regarding the surgery.
• 35 years old and above
• No past or existing medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, Graves disease, dry eyes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, glaucoma, and/or detached retina.
Common Procedures of Eyelid Surgery
• Upper Eyelid Surgery = are for those who have excess skin and fat on the upper lids.• Lower Eyelid Surgery = can eliminate wrinkles and/or bags on the lower lids.
• Double Eyelid Surgery = or known as the Asian Eyelid Surgery or the Westernization of the eyelids.
Eyelid Surgery Complications
• Inability to close the eyes• Eyelids not closing in a correct manner
• Double vision
• Bleeding
• Infection
• Dry eyes
• Blindness (extremely rare)
Some people consider beauty as an investment and to retain a youthful appearance is an expensive endeavor. They take advantage of the benefits of cosmetic surgery because of aging, an eye disease, or an inborn trait. Some may even avail other facial cosmetic surgery procedures such as brow lift, facelift, bleaching of the skin, and/or skin resurfacing to achieve a symmetrical or balanced enhancement.
If the outcome would boost someone’s self-esteem or confidence, then maybe taking a risk is worth it. Make sure that only licensed cosmetic surgeons will do it to get the best results and for the sake of your health.
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