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This consists of removal of a crescent of skin and the
underlying fat. The wound edges are then re-closed .
Lower Lids
The skin is lifted away and this allows excess fat to be removed.
At the same time a muscular sling can be used to resuspend the eyelid. This
results in a tightening of the lower lid producing a more youthful appearance.
FAQs
Please contact Dr Belt’s rooms and his staff will be able to answer
any questions, arrange for a more accurate quote and arrange for further
information about the procedure to be sent to you personally.
What Sort of Anaesthetic is Used ?
Dr Belt recommends that upper eyelid surgery can be performed either under
a Local Anaesthetic or a General Anaesthetic depending on the patient’s
preference. Dr Belt recommends that lower eyelid surgery is performed under
a General Anaesthetic undertaken by a specialist consultant anaesthetist.
What Are The Potential Risks ?
The specific risks related to the surgery include thickening of the scar
particularly on the outer corner of the eye, scarring of the cornea, inability
to fully close the upper eyelid (lagophthalmos), diplopia (double vision – very
rare), dry eye problems, eyelash hair loss, ectropion (eyelid being pulled
down) and in extremely rare circumstances blindness has been described.
General risks include bruising, swelling, bleeding, wound infection and
problems associated with the anaesthetic.
What Can I Expect After The Surgery ?
Post operatively you will be observed in hospital for a few hours where
ice packs will be placed on your eyes to minimise the bruising. Some significant
bruising and swelling may occur. This may take up to a few weeks to resolve.
Occasionally stitches will be placed which need to be removed at five days.
You will be seen regularly in the post operative course by both Dr Belt
and the Practice Nurse who will check upon you daily.
What costs are involved ?
These include Dr Belt’s fee, the theatre fee and day fee. Generally
most patients have this procedure performed as a day case. In addition,
an anaesthetist fee is required for patients having a General Anaesthetic.
Some fees may attract rebates from Medicare and Health Funds. Please
contact Dr Belt’s rooms for a more specific quote.
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