Eyelid Surgery: Rejuvenate Your Eyes with Natural Results

The gaze is one of the first areas of the face to reflect the passage of time. The skin around the eyes is thinner and more sensitive, making it prone to sagging, bags and wrinkles. Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is a procedure that seeks to restore freshness and harmony to the face without altering natural expression.

In Guadalajara, the Dr. César López Romero offers a personalized medical approach that combines surgical precision and natural aesthetics to achieve balanced and long-lasting results.

Eye aging: why the skin on the eyelids changes

Over the years, the skin loses elasticity and the orbicular muscle surrounding the eyes weakens. This allows fat to accumulate or move away, creating bags and a tired appearance. Factors such as sun exposure, stress, lack of sleep and genetics can accelerate these changes.

Blepharoplasty is done to correct these signs of aging, either on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. The objective is not to transform physiognomy, but rejuvenate the look while maintaining the patient's facial identity.

Types of eyelid surgery

There are different modalities depending on the patient's aesthetic and functional needs. The choice of the type of intervention is made after a complete medical evaluation.

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1. Upper blepharoplasty: Corrects excess skin or oil on the upper eyelid that can cause a feeling of heaviness or even affect vision.
   
   
2. Lower blepharoplasty: It eliminates pockets of fat or sagging in the lower eyelid that generate an aged or tired appearance.
   
   
3. Complete blepharoplasty: It combines both techniques for comprehensive rejuvenation of the periocular area.
   
   
4. Functional blepharoplasty: Indicated when excess skin affects the visual field or causes eye discomfort.

      5. Opexy eyebrow repositioning using blepharoplasty: a technique that allows raising and harmonizing the position of the eyebrows without creating additional scars,            offering a more natural and aesthetic result. It is ideal when, over time, the eyebrows lose their original position or stop looking balanced with the rest of the face.

Each procedure is adapted to the patient's anatomy, seeking a harmonious and natural result, with no appearance of “operated eyes”.

Medical Evaluation: Key to Natural Results

Before surgery, Dr. César López Romero performs a detailed facial study to analyze bone structure, skin quality and eyebrow position. This diagnosis makes it possible to design a personalized surgical plan that balances facial proportions and maintains the patient's natural expression.

During the consultation, medical history, allergies and expectations are also evaluated, ensuring a safe intervention with predictable results.

The surgical procedure step by step

Eyelid surgery is generally performed under local anesthesia with sedation and lasts approximately one to two hours, depending on the complexity. The steps usually include:

• Precise marking of the areas to be treated.
  
  
• Discreet incisions following the natural folds of the eyelid.
  
  
• Resection or redistribution of excess fat and skin
  
  
• Suture with fine materials for an almost imperceptible scar.
• Eyebrow repositioning, if the patient requires it.
  
  

The technique focuses on preserving eyelid function and maintaining facial harmony, achieving subtle and lasting rejuvenation.

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Recovery and post-operative care

The recovery process is generally quick. During the first few days, there may be minor bruising or swelling, which gradually decreases. Dr. César López Romero provides personalized care instructions, which include:

• Cold compresses to reduce inflammation
  
  
• Use of prescription eye drops or ointments to maintain eye hydration
  
  
• Avoid sun exposure and makeup for the first few days.
  
  
• Sleep with your head slightly elevated.
  
  

In most cases, the patient can return to normal activities 7 to 10 days after surgery.

Results that can be felt and seen

The results of a blepharoplasty are visible almost immediately, although the final result can be seen after a few weeks, once the skin has fully adapted. The effect is a fresher, younger and more rested look, with a positive impact on overall facial expression.

The objective is not to change the patient's identity, but highlight your natural beauty with a healthy appearance consistent with their age and traits.

Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty

Eyelid surgery is indicated for men and women who show signs of eye aging, but also for those who, from an early age, have hereditary bags or heavy eyelids.

The best candidates are people with good general health, realistic expectations, and a desire to improve their appearance without altering their natural expression.

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Beyond aesthetics: eye health and well-being

A rejuvenated look not only improves appearance, but also emotional well-being. Many patients report feeling more secure, active and with an image that reflects their inner energy. The balance between aesthetics and functionality is essential: a properly planned blepharoplasty rejuvenate without exaggeration.

Your Look, Your Identity: Purposeful Results

Eyelid surgery it is much more than an aesthetic procedure. It's an opportunity to Regain the vitality of the eye and reflect a renewed version of yourself. If you are considering this procedure, Dr. César López Romero offers a comprehensive medical evaluation in Guadalajara to guide you safely through every step of the process.

Schedule your personalized consultation and discover how a younger, more natural look can transform your expression.

FAQs

How long does recovery take after a blepharoplasty?

Between 7 and 10 days. Most patients return to normal activities within a week, following medical advice.

Do they leave visible scars?

No. The incisions are made in the natural folds of the eyelid, so the scars are practically imperceptible.

Can both eyelids be operated on in the same session?

Yes, it is common to perform upper and lower blepharoplasty in the same procedure.

Are the results permanent?

They are durable, although the natural aging process continues. Maintaining healthy habits helps to prolong results.

When will I be able to wear makeup or contact lenses? 

Usually, after 10 to 14 days, the skin heals completely.