Eye Bag Surgery: Cost, Benefits and Reviews 2022

By

What is eye bag surgery?

Eye bag surgery, also called blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid, is a cosmetic procedure that helps correct lose skin, excess fat, and wrinkles of the lower eye area.

As you age, your skin naturally loses elasticity and fat padding. This can make the lower eyelid appear puffy, wrinkled, and baggy. Lower eyelid surgery can make the undereye smoother, creating a more youthful look.
eye bag removal surgery

Eye bag surgery cost?

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost of eyelid surgery is $3,026. This price can vary by region, experience of the surgeon, and other factors. This is the cost for the surgery itself and doesn’t include costs for operating room facilities and anesthesia which will vary depending on your location and needs.

Because the procedure is usually elective, your insurance likely won’t cover the costs.
The costs will increase if you have both upper and lower eyelid surgery. Your surgeon can provide an estimation of costs prior to surgery.

How does eye bag surgery work?

Lower eyelid surgery works by removing excess skin and fat and sewing the skin under the eye back together, giving the under-eye area a tighter appearance.

There are delicate structures around the under-eye, including eye muscles and the eyeball itself. The surgery requires a delicate, precise approach to smooth the under-eye area and make it appear less puffy.

Procedure for eye bag surgery

Several surgical approaches exist for lower eyelid surgery. The approach usually depends on your goals for your under-eye area and your anatomy.

Prior to the procedure, a surgeon will mark your eyelids. This will help the surgeon know where to make incisions. They’ll usually have you sit up so they can see your eye bags better.

The procedure may be performed under general or local anesthesia. General anesthesia is when a patient is completely asleep and unaware of what is happening during the procedure. Local anesthesia allows a patient to be awake, but the eye area has been numbed so they don’t feel what the surgeon is doing.

If you’re having multiple procedures, a doctor will likely recommend general anesthesia. If you’re having just lower eyelid surgery, a doctor may recommend local anesthesia. A benefit of this is that a doctor can test eye muscle movements to reduce the risks for this side effect.

While the incision sites may vary, a doctor will make cuts into the lower eyelid. Your doctor will then remove excess skin and fat and suture or sew the skin back together to create a smoother, lifted appearance.

Your doctor may also recommend fat grafting or injecting fat to hollow areas under the eyes to give them a fuller appearance.

Targeted areas for lower eyelid

Lower eyelid surgery may be used to treat the following cosmetic concerns:
  • asymmetry of the lower eyelids
  • baggy undereye area
  • eyelid sagging
  • eyelid skin wrinkling
  • dark undereye circles
It’s important you speak honestly with your plastic surgeon about what bothers you about your under-eye area and what types of results you can expect.

Eye bag surgery risks or side effects?

A surgeon should discuss the risks and side effects associated with surgery.

Potential risks:
  • bleeding
  • cysts where the skin was sewn together
  • double vision
  • drooping upper eyelid
  • excessive muscle removal
  • necrosis, or death, of fat tissue under the eye
  • infection
  • numbness
  • skin discoloration
  • vision loss
  • wounds that won’t heal well
It’s possible that a person can also have side effects from medications during surgery. Always tell your doctor about any allergies you have as well as medications and supplements you take. This will help to reduce the risks of drug reactions.

What to expect after lower eyelid surgery

Lower eyelid surgery is usually an outpatient procedure, unless you’re having other procedures performed too.

Your doctor will give you instructions for care following surgery. This usually includes applying cold compresses for about 48 hours after surgery to help reduce swelling.

Your doctor will also prescribe ointments and eye drops, to help prevent infections. You can expect some bruising, dry eyes, swelling, and overall discomfort in the days after your surgery.

You’ll usually be asked to limit strenuous exercise for at least one week. You should also wear darkly tinted sunglasses to protect your eyes as the skin heals. If your surgeon placed sutures the body doesn’t absorb, the doctor will usually remove them about five to seven days after surgery.

Most people find the swelling and bruising has decreased significantly after about 10 to 14 days, and they feel more comfortable in public.

You should always call your doctor if you have symptoms that may mean you have post-surgery problems.

See your doctor immediately for:
  • bleeding
  • fever
  • skin that feels hot to the touch
  • pain that worsens instead of getting better over time
It’s important to remember that you’ll continue to age after the procedure. This means that it’s possible the skin can start to appear sagging or wrinkled again at a later time. Your results will depend on:
  • your skin’s quality
  • your age
  • how well you take care of your skin after the procedure

Preparing for lower eye bag surgery

Once you feel ready, schedule your procedure. Your doctor will give you instructions for before surgery. These may include refraining from eating or drinking after midnight the day before your surgery.

A doctor may also make suggest eye drops or other medications you may take before surgery.

You should bring someone to drive you home from surgery, and prepare your home with what you may need as you recover. Examples of items you may need include:
  • cloths and ice packs for cold compresses
  • sunglasses to protect your eyes
  • any eye prescriptions your doctor may want you to use following surgery
You can also ask your doctor if there are any other special preparations you should use before your procedure.

Eye bag surgery vs. alternative treatments

If eyelid skin sagging is mild to moderate, you can discuss other treatments with your doctor. Options include laser skin resurfacing and dermal fillers.

Laser skin resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing involves using lasers, such as the CO2 or Erbium Yag lasers. Exposing the skin to the lasers can cause the skin to tighten. Not everyone can receive laser skin treatments. Those with especially dark skin tones may want to avoid laser treatments as the laser can create discoloration in highly pigmented skin.

Dermal fillers

Another alternative treatment is dermal fillers. While dermal fillers aren’t FDA-approved for undereye issues, some plastic surgeons may use them to improve the look of the undereye area.

Most fillers used under the eye contain hyaluronic acid and are injected to give the area underneath the eyes a fuller, smoother appearance. The body will ultimately absorb fillers, making them a temporary solution for treating under-eye volume loss.

It’s possible that a person’s skin may not respond to laser treatments or fillers. If the lower eyelid remains a cosmetic concern, a doctor may recommend lower eyelid surgery.

How to find a provider

To find a plastic surgeon in your area that provides lower eyelid surgery, you may wish to visit the websites of various plastic surgery boards and searching for area surgeons. Examples include the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

You can contact a potential surgeon and ask for a consultation appointment. At this appointment, you’ll meet with the surgeon and can ask questions about the procedure and if you’re a candidate.

Key takeaway

We hope that this post has helped you in some way to better understand eye bag removal surgery procedures. Please do your own independent research as well, in order to complement the information in this post. Following your doctor’s instructions in the recovery period is vital to achieving and maintaining your results. You should always call your doctor or see your doctor immediately if you have symptoms that may mean you have post-surgery problems.

If there are any important information that we’ve missed then please let us know in the comments! 

References


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

NAC vs NAD vs NR vs NMN vs Niacin: What Are the Differences?

By
Image
NAC vs NAD vs Niacin vs NR vs NMN . Due to the small alphabetical differences, these supplements are often mixed up and confused by most consumers. We will cover the essentials and explain about each of these supplements below. Contents NAD NAD vs NAD+ NAD+ for Anti Aging NAD+ Helps Restore Age-Related Muscle Deterioration NAD and Resveratrol NAD Supplements NAC Niacin (NA) NR NMN NAC vs NMN Gluthatione vs NAC NAC vs Niacin NR vs NMN Can you take NR and NMN together? Niacin vs NR vs NMN Stability and Storage of NMN and NR Naturally Boosting NAD Levels Related Articles NAD NAD is a type of coenzyme found in all living cells. NAD plays important roles in a variety of metabolic reactions, including energy production and DNA repair. NAD is derived from Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) and various other precu...
Read more

10 Best NMN Supplements (2024 Review)

By
Image
NMN stands for nicotinamide mononucleotide and is a precursor to NAD+, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. NMN is the direct precursor of the essential molecule nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) and is considered a key component to increase NAD+ levels in cells. NAD+ is a critical molecule found in every cell of your body, but levels of NAD+ naturally fall with age, making it — and NMN, as a result — crucial. NMN is one of the most popular supplements in the anti aging community. The global Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) market was valued at US$ 98.5 million in 2019 and it is expected to reach US$ 296.5 million ( R ) by the end of 2026, growing at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 7.3% during 2021-2026. The NAD story took off toward the end of 2013 with a  high-profile paper  by Harvard's David Sinclair and colleagues. Sinclair, recall, achieved fame in the mid-2000s for research on yeast and mice that suggested the red wine ing...
Read more

18 Best Supplements to Reduce Cytokine Storm: Advanced Guide

By
Image
As of May 2024, there are more than 4,000 early treatment studies  that have been published and shared with the whole world. New ones are being added every day.  This is a review of the literature, covering multiple observational studies, randomized controlled trials and references related to natural supplements and cytokine storm with more than 300 studies and references. We know that while a large percentage of the population only experiences mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19 and won’t require hospitalization, others experience severe symptoms and complications, require hospitalization, or may even die.  It appears one of the differences between those who have a mild illness and severe illness is related to the body's ability to reduce the hyperimmune response that leads to a cytokine storm and the hyper-coagulability (tendency for blood clots) that often accompanies it. The cytokine storm may be one possible way to ex...
Read more

12 Best Vitamin D3 Supplements of 2024

By
Image
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it dissolves in fats and oils and can be stored in your body for a long time. Two main dietary forms exist: Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Found in some animal foods, like fatty fish and egg yolks. Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). Found in some plants, mushrooms, and yeasts. The Global Vitamin D Market size was worth US$ 1.1 billion in 2022 ( R ), and it is estimated to reach a valuation of US$ 1.7 billion by the end of 2028, expanding at an annual compound rate of 7.0% between 2023 and 2028. What is Vitamin D Good For? Vitamin D helps keep you bones strong by aiding in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. It's involved in maintaining a healthy immune system, mood regulation, heart health, and even weight loss .  What is the Best Form of Vitamin D?  Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it does not dissolve in water and is absorbed best in your bloodstre...
Read more

Zinc Gluconate vs Zinc Picolinate: What's the Difference?

By
Image
Zinc picolinate and zinc gluconate are forms of dietary supplements that we use to prevent zinc deficiency.  Zinc  is an essential mineral that our body can easily absorb. Therefore, if we do not get enough amount of zinc, we may have to take these dietary supplements as directed by the doctor. When choosing a zinc supplement, it’s important to consider the type of zinc, dosage, and supplement form. Types of Zinc Supplements   There are several types of zinc supplements. Supplements contain several forms of zinc, including zinc gluconate, zinc citrate and zinc picolinate. The percentage of elemental zinc varies by form.  Chelated zinc is a general form of supplementary zinc in which the zinc is chelated — or bound — to a compound to make it easier for the body to absorb. Zinc picolinate or zinc gluconate are formed when zinc is chelated to picolinic acid or glucon...
Read more

Dr. Zelenko's Z-Stack Vitamin Cocktail: Review 2024

By
Image
The  Zelenko COVID-19 Protocols  was developed by Dr Vladimir Zelenko. The protocol has as its centerpiece, but not exclusive piece, the combined use of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and Zinc as a means by which a person can both help to prevent or mitigate the contraction of  COVID-19 , or can actually treat the disease once it has been diagnosed.  A  retrospective study  analyzing Dr Zelenko's patient data was accepted for publication after a rigorous peer review process. The study finds that early intervention and treatment of high-risk patients with COVID-19 resulted in significantly fewer hospitalizations and deaths. The treatment consisting of zinc, low-dose hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), and azithromycin, is also referred to as "The Zelenko Protocol." Dr Zelenko has since updated his protocols to incorporate new evidence. He has since evolved his protocols to include a quercetin, zinc, vitamin D and C protocol for low-ris...
Read more

Private Hospital and Government Hospital Charges in Malaysia

By
Image
Ever wondered How Much Does It Cost to be admitted in a private hospital or a government hospital in Malaysia? Find out and compare hospital charges below. Although the numbers and statistics are everywhere on the internet, we have compiled and organised the information accordingly in one place. The pricing information below is based on the published prices from major centres and pricing information available on blogs and the internet. Here is the list, categorised by Government Hospital Charges and Private Hospital Charges. GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL CHARGES IN MALAYSIA The average cost of popular medical procedures in public hospitals in Malaysia: Angioplasty: RM 200 Cataract: RM 500 / eye Chemotherapy: RM 200/visit Dengue: F.O.C. Heart Bypass: RM 4,000 Hip Replacement: RM 15,000 Kidney Stone: RM 10,000 Spine Surgery: RM 36,000 Stroke: RM 5,000 Additional Medical Costs That You May Need to Pay For Of course, the costs of the medical procedures above aren’t the onl...
Read more

Black Seed Oil and COVID-19: Studies found Nigella Sativa may help in treatment for COVID-19 infection

By
Image
2023 Update: As of August 2023, there are more than 10 published studies of nigella sativa for treatment and prevention of COVID-19 ( c19ns.com ).  Australian Researchers found Nigella Sativa may help in treatment for COVID-19 infection A team from the University of Technology in Sydney found an active ingredient of Nigella sativa or Kalonji can prevent the SARS-CoV-2, the virus leading to COVID-19, from causing a lung infection. Their study is published in the journal Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology and Physiology . Australian researchers have found that seeds of the plant, Nigella sativa , better known as Kalonji, could be utilised in the treatment of COVID-19 infection. Black seed oil is extracted from Nigella sativa seeds and has been used in traditional medicine for over 2,000 years due to its many therapeutic benefits. The flowering plant, native to north Africa and western Asia, has been used for centuries as a traditional remedy for multip...
Read more

I-LONGEVITY Protocol: Anti Aging Guide to Help People Prevent and Reverse Aging (2024)

By
Image
Contents Methodology What is Aging? Biological Age vs Chronological Age Causes of Aging and Hallmarks of Aging What is Cell Senescence? What is Epigenetics? Diet and Lifestyle for Anti Aging Avoiding Sugar and Ultra-processed Foods Mediterranean Diet and Vegetables Avoiding Smoking and Alcohol Stress Management Avoiding Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 Fatty Acids) and Vegetable Oil Exercise, Resistance Training and Walking Sleep Social Support Caloric Restriction, Intermittent fasting (Time Restricted Eating) and Fasting Best Scientifically Proven Anti Aging Supplements Vitamin D3 and K2 Glycine, NAC and Taurine B Vitamins, Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and NAD Boosting Supplements Omega-3 fatty acids Magnesium and Molecular Hydrogen Curcumin (Turmeric) Vitamin C CoQ10 Zinc EGCG (Green Tea) Lutein and Zeaxanthin Glucosamine and Chondroitin Protein Powder and Collagen Spermidine Crocin (Saffron) Cocoa Creatine Melatonin Other Promising Interventions for Longevity Stem Cell Therapy for Anti-A...
Read more

Immune Support: Quercetin, Vitamin C, Zinc, Vitamin D3

By
Image
Doctors and pharmacists have been overwhelmed with questions about the use of supplements, OTC (Over The Counter) medications, and prescription drugs in the battle against the virus that causes COVID-19. While the best evidence continues to support behaviors like maintaining a physical distance of 6 feet, wearing a mask, and washing hands frequently and thoroughly—some research indicates that certain supplements and common OTC medications could reduce the risk of infection or mitigate the seriousness of symptoms. The Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance (FLCCC) and other healthcare organizations have incorporated a mix of readily available agents into their management protocol for COVID-19. Quercetin and COVID-19 Quercetin was initially found to provide broad-spectrum protection against SARS coronavirus in the aftermath of the SARS epidemic that broke out across 26 countries in 2003. Now, some doctors are advocating its use against SARS-CoV-2, in combination with vi...
Read more