The eye area is the most prominent area of the human face and the area where the effects of aging are most visible. Eyelids draw attention with their sensitive skin structure. The mobile and thin skin structure of the eyelids allows us to clearly see the effects of aging. With the latest technological developments, a great change has been observed in the methods used in eyelid aesthetic applications. More effective applications have been developed by working on the inadequacies and problems identified in standard eyelid surgeries. Eyelid aesthetics is no longer limited to creating bag-free eyelids; it is performed with procedures that address the face holistically. This ensures more effective and successful results of aesthetic operations.
What are the Signs of Aging Around the Eyes?
The eyelids have the most sensitive skin structure on the face and show the effects of time in various ways:
- With advancing age, the forehead area sags down. With this sagging, the muscles begin to fall over the upper eyelids. This sagging causes the eyelids to slide downwards. This condition is known as droopy eyelids and can negatively affect the vision of the eye.
- There is a membrane that separates the fat bags surrounding the eyeball from the lower eyelid. This membrane loses its elasticity over time and the fat bags protrude. This leads to the formation of eye bags.
- The skin of the eyelids is the thinnest skin in the entire human body and is attached to the moving muscles underneath. Therefore, every eye movement can cause the skin to break and sag. The earliest signs of aging are seen on the eyelids and in the so-called "crow's feet" lines.
- Over time, a deep hollow forms on the upper border of the cheeks and under the eyes. This is caused by the cheeks sagging down.
What is Eyelid Aesthetics?
These are aesthetic applications performed for problems such as sagging and wrinkles on the eyelids caused by aging and various factors. A youthful appearance is achieved by removing excess skin, muscle relaxation and fat tissue on the eyelids. The signs of aging around the eyes appear as muscle tension and relaxation. Eyelid aesthetics aims to eliminate these symptoms.
What are the Factors Causing Eyelid Aesthetics?
Due to the thin and sensitive structure of the eyelids, they react quickly to factors that affect them over time. Aging leads to sagging and bag formation on the eyelids. Genetic factors can cause eyelid aesthetics depending on the individual's innate characteristics. Gravity also shows its effect more prominently on eyelids that are constantly in motion.
Treatment Methods in Eyelid Aesthetics
Eyelid aesthetics are operations performed under general or local anesthesia and allow the removal of excess skin on the eyelids. Eyelid aesthetics are performed on the upper and lower eyelids.
In upper eyelid aesthetics,
- An incision is made in the fold of the upper eyelid and excess skin and, if necessary, fat bags are removed.
- The procedure takes approximately 1-1.5 hours.
- Since the incision is on the fold line of the eye, the scars are usually not noticeable.
Lower Eyelid Aesthetic Surgery
- An incision is made just below the eyelashes.
- As a result of sagging eyelid, the excess skin on the lower eyelid should be removed very carefully and well calculated.
- The procedure is performed in 1- 1.5 hours.
Since the incision in lower eyelid aesthetics is performed around the eyelashes, after the first week
It will become less noticeable or disappear after a year.
Who Can Have Eyelid Aesthetics?
Eyelid aesthetics, also defined as blepharoplasty, is an operation that is usually needed after the age of 35 - 40. However, surgery can be performed at an earlier age if the person has structurally excessive flesh in the upper eyelid or if it is low, or if there is a significant bagging in the lower eyelids. This procedure should be performed by experienced surgeons. Otherwise, it may bring various problems. Among these problems are mostly ;
- Dry eye
- Distortion of eye shapes
- Inability to close the eyes
- Deformities of the lower eyelids
- Blindness may occur.
Non-Surgical Eyelid Aesthetic Applications
Under Eye Light Filling:
Bagging and depressions in the lower eyelids are eliminated with light filling. This filler contains pure hyaluronic acid and reduces under-eye bruises.
The results are visible immediately after the application and last for about 1 year.
Jet Plasma
Eyelid aesthetics performed with plasma energy is high performance. The jet plasma device is ergonomic and has the ability to regenerate tissues. This application removes bags on the lower eyelids and reduces wrinkles. It takes 5 - 20 minutes and the effect lasts for 2-3 years.
Botox:
Botox is effective in treating wrinkles between the muscles and on the forehead. It is also used for eyelids and eyebrows. In addition to wrinkles between the eyebrows, lines on the cheeks and the root of the nose are also treated with Botox. The effect of Botox lasts 4-6 months.
