Get tested for blepharoplasty. Preparation for blepharoplasty

The price list contains the final prices.

The total cost of the operation includes payment for the work of a plastic surgeon, anesthesia.

The patient does the tests before the operation at his own expense.

If hospital stays are required, the patient pays extra.

Tests before blepharoplasty

Before blepharoplasty surgery, the following tests are required:

1) Complete blood count;

2) General analysis of urine;

3) Biochemical blood test;

4) Analysis for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, Syphilis;

5) Coagulogram;

6) Blood type and Rh factor;

7) Chest x-ray;

8) ECG with description;

9) Conclusion of the therapist on the possibility of general anesthesia for this patient - if necessary;

10) The conclusion of the ophthalmologist - if necessary.

The validity of blood tests is 10 days.

Upper eyelid surgery performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia. Before the operation, a marking is made, according to which, during the operation, an incision is made and excess skin is removed. According to indications, in order to remove the swelling of the upper eyelids, excess fat is removed, as well as sometimes partial excision of muscle tissue. After healing, an inconspicuous scar is inevitably left, very thin, which is hidden in the skin fold of the upper eyelid. Unfortunately, scarless blepharoplasty of the upper eyelids is impossible, because it is always necessary to remove excess skin during this operation, and it is simply impossible to do this without a skin incision. Read completely

Lower eyelid surgery is not exclusively an age-related operation, but it is often performed on older people. Over time, the elasticity of the skin of the lower eyelids decreases and sagging occurs. The only way to correct the situation and tighten the skin is through surgery.
Skin folds on the lower eyelids in some cases are a consequence of the manifestation of heredity, sometimes they are caused by inflammatory processes or swelling. At the same time, aesthetic correction is indicated only with the constant manifestation of an aesthetic defect of the lower eyelids.

Anastasia (40 years old, Moscow), 04/12/2018

Hello dear Doctor! I am writing to you to get a qualified answer. My name is Anastasia, I am 40 years old. Recently, my friend had an eyelid surgery, thereby rejuvenating for several years. I was also very excited about this idea, I talked to my husband and he agreed. But I'm concerned about money. I looked at the prices on your website, but will I need to buy any additional ointments for the eyelids after the operation? If necessary, which ones? And what is their price? Thank you!

Good day, Anastasia! After blepharoplasty, it is necessary to use a regular night cream for the skin of the lower eyelids. The upper eyelids do not need active moisturizing with special means. Sincerely, plastic surgeon Maxim Osin.

Alexander (44 years old, Moscow), 04/05/2018

Hello, Maxim Alexandrovich! Are there any special rules that must be observed after blepharoplasty? I heard about reducing physical activity, for example? Sincerely, Alexander.

Hello, Alexander! Indeed, for the rehabilitation period (which usually lasts from one and a half to two months), it is advisable to refrain from an active lifestyle and intense physical exertion. This is due to the fact that non-compliance with these requirements can lead to pressure fluctuations that affect healing. In addition, there may be individual factors that should be considered during the rehabilitation process.

Maria (18 years old, St. Petersburg), 03/28/2018

Good afternoon, my name is Maria, I'm 18 years old. Not so long ago I had an accident, I got stitches and now one eyelid hangs over my eye. Can you please tell me how to fix this problem? Thanks in advance.

Hello Maria! To assess the extent of the problem, it is advisable to see you at a face-to-face consultation, or your photo - send it to me by e-mail. If you have ptosis of the upper eyelid, then blepharoplasty will cost around 50 thousand. If only tissue scarring is observed, then about 30 thousand.

Daria (37 years old, Moscow), 03/13/2018

Hello! Tell me, are swelling and bruising visible after? How soon can you leave the hospital?

Hello! Swelling and bruising after this operation usually disappears in 7-14 days. If you were hospitalized after the operation (although they may let you go home immediately), you can be discharged within 1-3 days - the decision is made by the surgeon who performed the operation. Good luck to you! Thanks for the question!

Violetta (41 years old, Korolyov), 06/04/2017

Hello Maxim! Due to genetics, I have very droopy eyelids. It's the same with my mom. I want to do eyelid surgery, but I don't know how difficult it is to prepare for the operation. Could you tell? Violet.

Good afternoon, Violetta. We always start the examination with an initial face-to-face consultation and passing all the necessary tests (the list can be requested from the administrator of our clinic). 3 weeks before plastic surgery, I strongly recommend that you stop smoking, alcohol and drugs containing aspirin. Before the operation itself, you need to rest. Sincerely, plastic surgeon Maxim Osin!

Olga (37 years old, Moscow), 06/03/2017

Good afternoon, Maxim Alexandrovich! My name is Olga, I am 37 years old. I really want to do blepharoplasty on my eyelids. Can you tell me how long the results last?

Good afternoon, Olga. The result after eyelid surgery can please you for many years (from 7 to 10 years). The only thing you need to remember is that eyelid surgery does not reduce the natural aging of the skin. Sincerely, plastic surgeon Maxim Osin!

Alexandra (58 years old, Moscow), 06/01/2017

Hello! Please tell me how long after the eyelid surgery I can calmly take a shower and wash my hair? Do I have to wait 2 weeks? Until the rehab is over?

Hello! Of course not! The very next day after eyelid surgery, you can take a shower and wash your hair. The main thing is to thoroughly dry the head and seams after water procedures. The stitches will be removed approximately on the fourth day after the operation. But you can use cosmetics after eyelid surgery only for 7-10 days. Sincerely, plastic surgeon Maxim Osin!

Angelina (44 years old, Moscow), 05/30/2017

Good afternoon! I'm getting ready for blepharoplasty. I'm 44 years old. How long will it take for me to see the result of blepharoplasty? How long will the swelling last? When can you be sure how successful everything went?

Hello! I recommend evaluating the result of eyelid surgery two weeks after the operation. Puffiness will persist for the first three days after surgery. Only after 10 days will your bruises completely disappear. The scar will become invisible after 1.5-2 months. Then we can talk about the final result of the operation. Sincerely, plastic surgeon Maxim Osin!

Blepharoplasty is an operation, the purpose of which is plastic, rejuvenation of the eyelids, the periorbital region.

It is customary to allocate upper and lower blepharoplasty, respectively, to the upper and lower eyelids.

Indications and contraindications

Indications for blepharoplasty: the presence of excess skin of the upper and / or lower eyelids, the presence of "bags" under the eyes.

Contraindications for blepharoplasty: severe pathology of the cardiac system, respiratory system, blood coagulation system, oncological diseases, acute inflammatory diseases, diseases of the skin of the face.

Most often, eyelid surgery is performed under local anesthesia, but in some cases it is necessary to use general anesthesia.

List of tests and examinations for blepharoplasty

  • Fluorography or X-ray of the chest
  • ECG (electrocardiography)
  • Clinical blood test
  • Urinalysis (pre-wash)
  • Screening coagulogram
    • PV (% according to QUIC, INR)
    • fibrinogen
  • Blood group and Rh factor
  • B / x blood test:
    • total protein
    • Sugar
    • AlAt, AsAt
    • Bilirubin
    • Creatinine
    • Urea
  • Blood for HBs-Ag
  • Blood for HCV-Ag
  • Blood on F-50
  • Blood on RW
  • Pregnancy test
  • The conclusion of the therapist with the results of the tests is MANDATORY!

Analyzes take on an empty stomach.

Test results are valid for 14 days.

rehabilitation period

  • It must be remembered that the result of eyelid surgery can only be fully evaluated after the final resolution of the edema. On average, edema resolves completely within 1 month after surgery. In some cases, a longer resolution of edema is possible.
  • The maturation of scar tissue proceeds according to quite definite stages. At the beginning, the scar has a bright pink color and a dense texture, then the scar gradually matures, after which the scar becomes thin, soft and white. The maturation of the scar is a long process and can take up to 12 months. It is important to understand this and be ready for it.
  • The final assessment of the result of blepharoplasty should be no earlier than 3 months after the performance.
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  • Protective mode 14 days (limitation of physical activity, alcohol consumption, visits to the bath, sauna, solarium, discos, fitness clubs).
  • Limit heavy lifting for 14 days.
  • Hygiene mode: the face can be rinsed with water. Do not rub your face with a towel, blot your face after rinsing.
  • Apply an ointment accelerating the resolution of bruises to the area around the eyes 3 times a day for 5 days.
  • Perform examinations and dressings in accordance with the recommendations of the attending physician.

During this operation, the surgeon works with only a few square centimeters of the face area; you cannot just decide on this procedure one fine morning and be in the operating room by lunchtime. Such an approach is extremely risky and can lead to both a delay in the operation and serious problems after it - such a risk is in no way justified. So what needs to be provided so that everything goes smoothly and without injuries?

Preparation for blepharoplasty of the upper eyelids begins with the following questions:

  • the presence of chronic diseases;
  • problems specifically with the eyes, in the past or now;
  • whether the patient has undergone previous surgery.

Due to the fact that there are quite a lot of methods and tools for blepharoplasty, the patient is often not well versed in them, so the doctor is also responsible for this decision.

If there are no problems with this part, then the following checks follow:

  • whether aspirin-containing drugs are taken;
  • the presence of an allergic reaction to anesthetics or drugs - perhaps the best solution would be blepharoplasty without anesthesia;
  • presence of dry eye syndrome.

Also, glaucoma can become a serious obstacle on the way to surgery, but its presence is not always a categorical contraindication: if it is at the initial stage, then the operation can be performed. Next, you will need to take a series of tests, but more on that later.

If at this stage you did not fall under any of the points - great, ⅔ of the way has been completed. Ahead is the surgeon's final check, or rather, an assessment of the current situation and computer simulation of the expected result. But in fact, there are much more points here:

  • the degree of deformation of the operated eyelid is determined;
  • the probability of eyelid drooping is estimated;
  • the amount of excess skin and fat is calculated;
  • the depth of wrinkles and cartilage tone are examined;
  • and finally, a digital model of the result is built.

If the result satisfies the client, and the surgeon is sure that he will be able to thoroughly carry out the operation, you can finally start it.

Tests for blepharoplasty

Let us dwell on this point in more detail and consider what tests are needed for blepharoplasty:

If at least one indicator is bad, then the operation will be denied. But not only they can serve as a stop signal for the surgeon - there are at least 8 more reasons why you can get a refusal:

  • infection;
  • diabetes;
  • oncology;
  • retinal disinsertion;
  • inflammation etiology;
  • pressure problems;
  • the aforementioned glaucoma and clotting problem.

And again one “miss” and the surgeon will refuse you.

From all of the above, we can draw a simple conclusion: not everyone can count on even such a local and relatively small operation.

All these are medical indicators that the patient often cannot influence on his own. But how to prepare for upper eyelid blepharoplasty at home?

One step closer to surgery

If the surgeon did not find contraindications for blepharoplasty in your tests, body and body, then for about two weeks many people will have to change their lifestyle very much so that the operation and the first days after blepharoplasty pass without problems and complications:

  • alcohol and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight should be excluded 2 weeks before surgery;
  • no smoking for at least 10 days;
  • the same amount without anticoagulants;
  • on the evening before the operation, refuse to eat and drink;
  • come to the operation without jewelry and, obviously, cosmetics.

The procedure itself, in comparison with other operations, as already mentioned, is quite tiny: blepharoplasty lasts up to an hour, preparation for the operation is no easier than before much more “large-scale” surgical interventions, such as breast augmentation or abdominoplasty.

It is also one of the few procedures whose preoperative period lasts almost twice as long as the postoperative period. From 2 to 10 days will be spent on rehabilitation - such a spread in terms is due to the amount of work performed and the tools that were used to solve the problem.

At the same time, it is not replete with serious restrictions - just abstract from physical exertion and follow the doctor's recommendations - after about 15 days you will not even remember the shortcomings that provoked you to take this step.

Before blepharoplasty, a comprehensive examination of the patient is performed, which includes testing. Among them, there are mandatory and possible (they are assigned when bad or controversial results are identified). Their main task is to conduct blepharoplasty and minimize the risk of complications.

General information on preparation for blepharoplasty

At a preliminary consultation with a doctor, an assessment of the degree of age-related changes is carried out. Along the way, the patient is asked about past ailments and allergic reactions, and whether he is taking any medications.

The doctor also informs about the risks and possible complications caused not only by surgery, but also by the use of anesthesia. After that, the patient is recommended to give up bad habits, smoking and alcohol (they affect the intensity of blood flow and, consequently, the rate of wound healing) and get advice from narrow specialists (therapist, cardiologist, ophthalmologist, anesthesiologist).

Then they give a direction directly to the examination.

Mandatory tests

All patients going for blepharoplasty must pass the following tests before surgery:

  • Clinical blood test. It shows not only the level of hemoglobin, but also the presence of inflammatory processes.
  • Clinical analysis of urine. Based on the results obtained, conclusions are drawn about the presence or absence of diseases of the excretory system.
  • Coagulogram. It indicates the rate of blood clotting, and excludes one of the contraindications.

The maximum "shelf life of the results" is 14 days.

Additionally, blood is taken to determine its group and Rh factor, it is examined for the presence of HIV, hepatitis B, C, antibodies to the causative agent of syphilis. These tests are mandatory not only before blepharoplasty, but also before any other surgical intervention. If they gave up earlier, you should make sure that no more than 3 months have passed since the date of delivery.

Also important:

  • ECG, or electrocardiogram. It allows you to identify the slightest problems in the work of the heart. If you have ECG results on hand, you should make sure that no more than 1 month has passed since the examination.
  • Fluorography. Helps to detect lung diseases. Usually held once a year.

Individually, other research methods may be prescribed, for example, for vision problems, the identification of somatic pathologies.

Analyzes for additional examination

If the doctor is worried about something, he prescribes:

  • Blood chemistry. Shows the level of bilirubin, enzymes and other substances that make it possible to judge violations in the functioning of the liver and kidneys.
  • Plain radiograph. Its purpose is to further explore the organs of the chest. It is assigned when fixing changes in the fluorography image.
  • Echocardiography. Allows you to study the myocardium and valves.

By the way, unsatisfactory research results are not always a reason for refusing to perform the operation itself. The final decision in each case, as a rule, is made at a consultation, where specialists study the patient's condition and weigh the risks.

Note! Outcomes can be influenced by external factors, changing them both for better and for worse. Therefore, it is important to prepare not only for surgery, but also for the examination itself.

Preparation for testing

To get reliable data, you should:

  • Come to the lab in the morning on an empty stomach. Beforehand in the evening it is better to do with a light dinner, refusing fatty and smoked.
  • It is not recommended to drink alcoholic beverages a few days before the appointed day.
  • You can smoke no later than one hour before coming to the laboratory.
  • You should not visit baths and saunas in the next 2-3 weeks before coming to the laboratory assistant, as overheating of the body can affect the results.
  • On the appointed day, it is better to go to the laboratory 15-20 minutes before the test, in order to calm down, restore breathing, if there was a hurry.

Stress, heavy physical exertion, nervous shocks also affect the results, which is why they should be avoided the day before and on the chosen day.

Only after making sure that everything is in order with the patient, the doctor appoints the day of the operation. If he recommends undergoing other methods of examination, do not neglect his recommendations. In the end, not only health, but also life depends on the reliability of the results and obtaining a general picture of health.