My mother had been complaining about consciously seeing a flesh-colored gradation because of her sagging crease on the eyelids. Whenever she applies eyeliner on, it would turn out as if there was no application done. Her worry was that as she would get older, the build-up of skin on that eye area will prompt her to open her eyes more or probably raise her eyebrows just to see. Clearly, this wasn’t plainly about an aesthetic issue.
Looking at the mirror every day, she seemed to focus her gaze on the aging folds on her lids and became genuinely curious on the eyelid surgery called blepharosplasty. This procedure can lift sagging skin around the eyes, decrease bags around the eyes, and diminish eyelid puffiness. See wikipedia page for more information: What is blepharosplasty?
So upon seeing a deal online (PhP 31,000 PhP 8,999), she decided to go for the eyelid surgery at MedAsia Aesthetic Center without batting an eyelash. In full support, I accompanied her to visit Renouve Aesthetic and Wellness Center, a partner of MedAsia, in Timog Avenue, Quezon City on November 8, 2014, Saturday.
Eyelid Surgery at MedAsia Aesthetic Center (Timog Avenue, Quezon City)
Consultation to Examine Patient’s Eligibility
The first step was a consultation with the cosmetic surgeon named Dr. Anthony Joson. He said not everyone is eligible to go through this kind of surgery. The doctor has to see if there would be enough flesh left if ever the excess skin on the lids is removed. He determined that my mom’s case is positive for the treatment and so it was safe for her to proceed.
Dr. Joson also pointed out that the resulting effect of the eyelid surgery may not last for forever since it’s normal for people’s skin to age. As aging continues, there is no stopping the excess skin to reappear on the upper eyelid. But for most people, it lasts for long years. Removal of hooding and upper eyelid skin is a procedure that is performed only once.
Key Takeaways – When to Consider Eyelid Surgery
- If you have excess, hanging skin covering the natural fold of the upper eyelids
- If you have loose skin hanging down from the upper eyelids over the eyelashes that impairs your vision
- If your eyelids appear puffy, making your eyes look tired and aged
- If you have deep grooves under your eyes
The "Before" Picture
Preparation – Drawing of Markings
For the second step, Dr. Joson made precise markings to indicate where excess tissues will be removed in the upper eyelids. Anesthesia was injected (no sedation) so my mom won’t feel anything throughout the procedure, otherwise it would be really painful.
I then excused myself from the operating room because I don’t like seeing blood and all kinds of surgery-type things that may cause me to pass out. Hihihi. 😛 I was only called back to the room after 40 minutes when the surgery was done.
The Eyelid Surgery Procedure
Typically in blepharosplasty, the surgeon removes tissue through incisions using surgical instruments, including scalpels, surgical scissors, radiofrequency cutting devices, and sometimes, cutting lasers.
Dr. Joson recounted that he made a small incision across the natural crease of my mom’s upper lids. Through the slits, fat deposits and excess tissue were removed. Incisions were stitched up with dissolvable sutures. Here’s how my mom looked like right after the eyelid surgery:
Aftercare and Recovery
Mom was prescribed medicines to relieve pain and also antibiotics to take for the next seven days. Swelling is expected to become minimal after a week. To reduce swelling, she had to apply cold compress on her eyes and follow the surgeon’s instructions for care. Doing strenuous activities must be avoided.
Also, to protect the eyes from irritation and probably to disguise oneself from going through the surgery (in case you don’t want others to know), wear dark sunglasses. Normal activities can be resumed a week after the eyelid surgery. Scars will be hidden in the natural eyelid creases, making them almost indiscernible.
The stitches were removed on the fourth day. Here’s how my mom looked after:
Wrap Up
I don’t personally know anyone who has gone through the eyelid surgery except for my mom. I thought that sharing her experience will help others who are interested in blepharoplasty know more about it and not feel scared. If you have been wanting to have the excess skin obscuring the natural fold of your eyelids removed, you can consult with a cosmetic surgeon and check if you’re a good candidate.
Mom felt satisfied with the resulting appearance after the eyelid surgery at MedAsia. The hooded skin on her upper lids is now gone, making her appear younger. She’s also happy that she doesn’t anymore experience vision problems related to overhanging eyelids. 🙂
I’ll be posting her picture after a month when recovery is full. She’s applying Contractubex, an effective treatment that promotes the healing process of the skin and reduces scarring from within.
About MedAsia
MedAsia Aesthetic Center is an organization consisting of well-known cosmetic surgeons in the country and the first to offer a formal training program in cosmetic surgery. The center has the aim of contributing to the onset of the medical tourism trend that’s estimated to be a substantial income-generating business.
MedAsia is backed by seven well-respected cosmetic surgeons in the country who have studied and trained locally and abroad. They are also members of international organizations such as the International College of Surgeons, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, International Society of Aesthetic Surgery and the Asian Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
Enhance and Boost Your Natural Beauty with any of these 15 treatments: Diamond Peel for the face, Diamond Peel for the underarm, Whitening Treatment for the underarm, Whitening Treatment for the inguinal, Whitening Treatment for the underarm, Warts removal for the face, Warts removal for the neck, Facial cleaning, IPL for the upperlip, IPL for the lower lip, IPL for the underarm, IPL for the bikini line, RF for abdominal area, Eyelash Extension, Eyelash Perm and Waxing for small body area.
[schema type=”review” name=”MedAsia Aesthetic Center – Renouve Aesthetic and Wellness Center” description=”TIMOG: Room 402 Transorient Maritime Building, 66 Timog Avenue, Quezon City” rev_name=”For inquiries, call (02) 399-4484, 0917-3032735″ author=”Rochkirstin Santos” pubdate=”2014-11-24″ user_review=”5″ min_review=”0″ max_review=”5″ ]
Other branches:
ANTIPOLO: Unit 303 Rikland Centre, Marcos Hi-way, Antipolo, Rizal
Tel. (02) 400-5819, 0917-3032733
CAINTA: CVS Homes 1, Felix Ave., Cainta, Rizal
Tel. (02) 240-6066, 0919-9962419
LIBIS: Vignet Centre Building Rm 206 E Rodriguez Jr Avenue Bagong Bayan Libis Quezon City
Tel. (02) 654-0516, 0917-8732012
MANDALUYONG: 3rd flr. Starmall EDSA, Shaw cor EDSA Bvld., Mandaluyong City
Tel. 0928-7967514
MARIKINA I: 26A Tuazon Ave Brgy. San Roque Marikina
Tel. (02) 531-4710, 0917-5759217
ORTIGAS: 2nd flr. St. Francis Square, Julio vargas Ave., Ortigas, Pasig City
Tel. 0919-9945948, (02) 570-5411
PASIG: 2nd Floor, Ever Gotesco Mall Riverside Drive, Pasig City
Tel. (02) 531-8189, 0927-8061517
STRATA 100: RM 411 Strata 100 Bldg., F. Ortigas Jr. Road, Pasig City
Tel. (02) 542-4455, 0910-54035398
Leave a Reply to mindy Cancel reply