Is It Better to Get Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty Together?

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As we age, our skin sags and loses elasticity, leading to visible signs of aging.

The eyes, in particular, are the most sensitive area to aging and show these changes the fastest.

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Those whose eyelids sag downward, covering the pupils or creating wrinkles, often seek upper blepharoplasty,

while those whose under-eye fat sags, causing bulging beneath the eyes, frequently look for

lower blepharoplasty.

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However, since recovery takes longer as we get older, many people choose to undergo both surgeries at the same time.

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Today, we will be doing a Q&A on whether

it is better to get upper and lower blepharoplasty together.

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Is it better to get upper and lower blepharoplasty together?

There are many patients who receive upper and lower blepharoplasty at the same time.

Because it can reduce the overall recovery period and alleviate the burden of undergoing multiple surgeries,

there is a tendency to prefer doing them all at once.

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There are pros and cons to doing the surgeries together.

The biggest advantage, as mentioned above, is saving time.

The disadvantage is that eye discomfort may last longer.

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The upper and lower eyelids work together simultaneously to protect the eyeball.

However, if both the upper and lower eyelids have skin partially excised at the same time,

and swelling occurs, it will take longer for the eyes to adapt to these changes.

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Dry eye syndrome may worsen, and symptoms such as eye sensitivity, conjunctival redness, and tearing can occur for a month or two after surgery.

There are individual differences in these symptoms; some may experience mild symptoms,

while others may feel severe discomfort.

However, these are all caused by the surgery and swelling,

and they will almost entirely resolve after 3 to 6 months.

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In conclusion,

✅ If the skin elasticity of your upper and lower eyelids is severely weakened,

✅ If you already have severe dry eye syndrome, or

✅ If you have accompanying ophthalmological diseases,

we highly recommend getting the surgeries separately rather than at the same time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I undergo upper and lower eyelid surgery simultaneously?

Yes, many people choose to have upper and lower eyelid surgery simultaneously. There is a tendency to prefer performing them at once to reduce recovery time and alleviate the burden of multiple surgeries.

What are the advantages of simultaneous surgery?

The biggest advantage of simultaneous surgery is time saving. You can complete two surgeries with a single recovery period, which shortens the overall recovery time.

What are the potential disadvantages of simultaneous surgery?

When undergoing simultaneous surgery, eye discomfort may last longer. Symptoms such as worsening dry eyes, eye irritation, conjunctival hyperemia, and watery eyes may appear for one to two months after surgery, and although there are individual differences, most symptoms subside after 3 to 6 months.

In what cases is it better to avoid simultaneous surgery?

If the skin elasticity of the upper and lower eyelids is very weak, if you already have severe dry eyes, or if you have accompanying ophthalmic diseases, it is more recommended to undergo surgery on one side at a time rather than simultaneous surgery.

How long does eye discomfort last after surgery?

Eye discomfort after surgery varies from person to person, but it can usually last for one to two months. Most symptoms are due to the surgery and swelling, and almost all of them subside after about 3 to 6 months.