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Eyelid Surgery
(Belpharoplasty)

Procedure: Correct drooping upper eyelids and puffy bags below the eyes by removing excess fat, skin, and muscle. (Upper-eyelid surgery may be covered by insurance if used to correct visual field defects) Eyelid Surgery
Length: 1 to 3 hours.

Anesthesia:

Usually locally with sedation.
In/Outpatient: Usually outpatient.
Side Effects: Temporary discomfort, tightness of lids, swelling, bruising. Temporary dryness, burning, itching of eyes. Excessive tearing, sensitivity to light for first few weeks.

Recovery:

Reading: 2 or 3 days.
Back to work: 7 to 10 days.
Contact Lenses: 2 weeks or more.
Strenuous Activities, Alcohol: about 3 weeks.
Bruising and Swelling Gone: several weeks.

Duration of Results: Several years, sometimes permanent.

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