What is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty, both upper and lower, is a definitive, minimally invasive procedure with rapid recovery. It is performed under local anaesthesia and on an outpatient basis, even if both eyelids are operated on at the same time. The surgery is performed in an operating theatre with the presence of an anaesthetist who administers intravenous sedation to reduce anxiety, nervousness and discomfort during the procedure.
What does the procedure involve?
Upper blepharoplasty removes the excess skin of the upper eyelid that appears with ageing.
In addition, other issues are addressed to ensure an excellent result, such as upper fat bags, furrow asymmetry, drooping eyelid and drooping eyebrows.
In lower blepharoplasty, eyelid bags are removed and other problems related to ageing, such as furrow marks or skin laxity, can be treated. We use the transconjunctival technique, which leaves no visible scars, speeds up recovery and reduces complications. Each surgery is planned and personalised to guarantee the best result and minimise risks.
Your eyes in the hands of an oculoplastic ophthalmologist
Dr. Francisco Zamorano Martín. Head of the oculoplasty department at Vistaláser Oftalmología.
Doctor specialising in Blepharoplasty with a solid background in oculoplastic surgery. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at the Regional University Hospital of Malaga, where he obtained an average score of 10 and was awarded the prize for the best resident in the province of Malaga. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the Instituto de Oftalmología Conde de Valenciana in Mexico City. He also completed a master’s degree in Aesthetic Medicine at the Complutense University of Madrid focusing on advanced facial treatments. He is an active member of SECOP and ESOPRS, participating in congresses and specialised publications.
In addition, he is one of only two Spanish ophthalmologists recognised with the Fellow of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, a European accreditation exam for oculoplastic ophthalmologists.
You should know
- The surgery is always performed by an anaesthetist to ensure maximum safety and comfort.
- The surgery is performed under local anaesthesia and sedation, so you will not feel anything and it will pass like a good night’s sleep.
- The surgery lasts approximately 1 hour, after which you will go home after waiting for the sedation to wear off.
- Return to normal activity will vary from 3 or 4 days for less physically demanding work to 10 or 14 days for more physically demanding work.
- The surgery can be performed in winter as well as in summer, being more important to find the most convenient dates for the patient than the month in which it is performed.
Risks of eyelid surgery
Although it is an extraocular and outpatient operation, we must not forget that eyelid surgery can have risks like any other intervention. For this reason, we firmly believe in the importance of subspecialisation in oculoplasty in order to offer patients the best results and guarantee safety in each intervention.
Dr. Zamorano’s comprehensive training as an ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon allows him to approach each case with the utmost competence and care. He is committed to excellence and the well-being of his patients, always seeking the most natural results and offering close and continuous follow-up after each procedure.
What is the day of the operation like?
The day has finally arrived! Thank you for trusting in Vistaláser and our doctors.
Upon arrival, our team will guide you at all times. After changing your clothes, you will be taken to a chair where Dr. Zamorano will perform the relevant marking for your surgery. You will also be given the initial medication so that all your nerves disappear and you begin to relax. You will then enter the operating theatre, where the sedation will continue to take effect so that you do not feel anything at any time.
By the time you realise it, the surgery will be over and you will go to a recovery room to finish removing the effects of the sedation. There you will be informed about the treatment after surgery and your next check-up.
Frequently asked questions
Blepharoplasty Price and Financing Options
At Vistaláser Clinics we want treatments to be affordable for all patients. If you are interested in blepharoplasty, we offer you several financing options so that the price is not a problem.
Thanks to this calculator you only have to indicate the treatment and the number of months in which you want to pay for your treatment (12, 18, 24 or 36) and you will know the monthly payment, formalisation costs and TIN interest of your financing.
