How are blepharoplasty surgical scars minimized?
Minimizing scars after blepharoplasty requires precise planning, minimally traumatic surgery
and high quality postoperative care.
When planning a blepharoplasty, I begin by minimizing the need for external incisions.
For example, I perform lower eyelid blepharoplasty from the inside of the eyelid to address puffy
under eye bags thereby avoiding external scars altogether.
For excess upper eyelid skin, the upper eyelid incisions need to be placed artistically so
even with the eyes closed, they should be minimally visible.
Choosing an optimal suturing technique and the application of advanced wound healing
technology such as the use of platelet rich plasma or PRP are methods I use which have
been beneficial for my patients.
Following postoperative care instructions is very important for minimizing scars after
blepharoplasty.
As with any surgery, proper planning, execution and aftercare will minimize undesirable scarring.