Are blepharoplasty scars noticeable?

Incisions are concealed within the natural upper eyelid crease or directly under the lower lash line, fading into virtually invisible fine lines.

How long is the recovery period after eyelid surgery?

Sutures are removed on days 5 to 7, at which point international patients are cleared to fly and return to light daily activities.

Does blepharoplasty improve vision?

Yes. Removing severe, sagging upper eyelid skin folds directly clears peripheral visual field obstructions.

Blepharoplasty & Eyelid Rejuvenation Istanbul | Prof. Dr. İsmail Küçüker

Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty & Periorbital Rejuvenation)

Key Facts About Blepharoplasty: Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is a specialized oculoplastic procedure designed to remove drooping upper eyelid skin, reposition herniated under-eye fat bags, and tighten lax periorbital muscles to restore clear vision and a youthful, rested gaze.

Time 1–2 Hours

Anesthesia Local / Sedation

Stay Same Day

Recovery 5–7 Days

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) encompasses specialized surgical techniques to correct structural, functional, and aging changes around the eyes. Beyond delivering a refreshed and alert aesthetic, the surgery removes heavy skin folds that obstruct the peripheral visual field.

At Prof. Dr. İsmail Küçüker Clinic, eyelid surgery is performed with microsurgical precision, hiding incisions inside natural eyelid creases or along the internal conjunctiva for scarless periorbital rejuvenation.

Surgical Focus Areas

✦ Upper Blepharoplasty: Excises redundant drooping skin (dermatochalasis) and inner-corner fat puffiness to lift the upper eye contour.

✦ Lower Blepharoplasty: Smooths severe under-eye bags, repositions pseudo-herniated orbital fat, and reinforces lax lid margins.

Prof. Dr. İsmail Küçüker Clinic Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty Eyelid Rejuvenation Surgery

Preoperative Preparation & Clinical Safety

Because the periorbital area has extensive microvascularity, proper pre-surgical compliance minimizes bleeding and accelerates healing:

✦ Medication Adjustments: Blood-thinners, aspirin, NSAIDs, and certain antibiotics must be paused under medical guidance 10 to 14 days prior to surgery.

✦ Nicotine Cessation: Smoking, vaping, and tobacco products must be stopped 2 to 3 weeks beforehand to safeguard micro-capillary oxygenation and suture healing.

✦ Herbal Supplement Hold: Vitamin E, green tea extracts, ginseng, and omega-3 supplements must be halted to prevent perioperative bruising risks.

Postoperative Recovery Protocol & International Care

For international patients visiting Istanbul, a stay of 5 to 7 days is recommended for post-op evaluation and suture removal before flying home.

✦ Days 1–2 (Cold Compresses): Intermittent cold gel packs applied to the eye area significantly reduce swelling and early ecchymosis.

✦ Protective Steri-Strips: Thin, breathable medical tapes safeguard the fine suture lines without blocking your eyesight.

✦ Day 5–7 (Suture Removal): Suture lines are painlessly checked and removed; patients are cleared for international travel and light work.

✦ Weeks 2–4 (Complete Settling): Residual swelling clears, allowing incision lines to integrate invisibly into natural eyelid creases.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eyelid Surgery

✦ Will blepharoplasty change the natural shape of my eyes?
No. The objective is to restore the youthful, rested contour of your original eye anatomy by removing excess skin folds and fat bags, without creating an unnatural or startled expression.

✦ Are the surgical scars visible after eyelid surgery?
In upper blepharoplasty, the incision is placed within the natural supratarsal eyelid crease. In lower blepharoplasty, incisions are placed just under the lash line or inside the eyelid (transconjunctival), rendering scars virtually invisible.

✦ Is blepharoplasty painful, and when can I wear contact lenses?
The procedure is comfortable and virtually painless under local anesthesia with sedation. Contact lenses can generally be resumed 10 to 14 days post-surgery once eyelid margins have healed.

✦ How long do the aesthetic results of blepharoplasty last?
Upper blepharoplasty results typically last 10 to 15 years or longer, while lower blepharoplasty results (fat repositioning) are generally permanent.