Pros and Cons of Eye Bag Surgery

1. Pros and Cons of Eye Bag Surgery Eye bag surgery is a common eye surgery performed around the world for functional and cosmetic purposes. This surgery is called Blepharoplasty and is the removal of excess skin on the eye lids to improve eye sight and eye appearance. Blepharoplasty can be performed on both the upper and lower eye lid to achieve the best end results. Anyone that suffers from excess skin on their eyelids, a puffy appearance, dark circles under the eyes and are over the age of eighteen are ideal candidates for eye bag surgery. It's important that you do your research, learn as much about the procedure as possible and then make your decision on how to proceed. Functional eye bag surgery is performed when the excess skin is causing the upper lid to droop, which in turn can have a negative impact on your site. Cosmetic surgery is to remove the excess skin to open up the eyes to achieve a younger appearance. The Pros The positive outcomes of choosing eye bag surgery are extensive. There are those that are struggling with their sight as a result of their eyelids and don't have a choice but to have the surgery so that they can see clearly again. Then the removal of the excess skin can reduce puffy appearances, making you look and feel younger. Your eyes will be more open and any sight issues caused by the excess skin will be eliminated. In addition to this, eye bag surgery has unnoticeable scarring when it is completely healed. The Cons

2. The negative side of Blepharoplasty is that you will find it takes some time to heal completely. Brushing and swelling can last a week or more not to mention the relentless itching that can occur as the scars start to heal. In addition to this, it's not uncommon for patients to find that they suffer from double vision and dry eyes after the surgery. Complete healing can take up to one year, which requires a lot of patience. You won't be able to drive directly after the surgery and you may want to take some time off work to allow yourself to heal completely before showing your new eyes in the office. Essential Information Before eye bag surgery it's important you discuss all your concerns in detail with your surgeon to ensure you are comfortable and that they understand what you are worried about. After the surgery follow the surgeons instructions to the letter from refraining from driving to wearing sunglasses to protect your eyes from the glare. You will probably have antibiotic cream that must be put in the eyes to reduce the risk of infection. Don't ignore your surgeons recommendations for a cold pack on your eyes every hour for at least ten minutes for the first twenty four hours. You will be amazed at the amount of swelling and bruising that can result from your eyes. This is a common cosmetic and functional surgery that is performed as a day case, so you can return home to recover in comfort. Ensure you have someone to stay with you for at least the first twenty four hours and that you have prepared yourself so you don't have to drive anywhere for a day or two, slowing yourself some relaxing time at home to improve and aid your recovery. Choose your surgeon with care, looking for a surgeon with the best track record in the local area as a cosmetic eye bag surgeon, so you can use their services with one hundred percent confidence. About Us: Pari Shams, BSc MRCP FRCOphth, is a cosmetic and functional eyelid surgeon that operates from Moorfields Eye Hospital in the heart of London. She is a very well established consultant ophthalmologist and neoplastic surgeon. She graduated with distractions in medical, surgery, clinical pharmacology and therapeutics. She is known for her eyelid lacrimal and orbital disease treatments and is a member of the Royal College of Physicians in London, the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, the British Oculoplastic Surgery Society, the American Society of Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery and the International Thyroid Eye D isease Society. In addition to this, the is also active in clinical research. To find out more about Pari Shams, visit her website at http://www.parishams.com