Sometimes. The medicare description requires that the upper lids are sufficiently lax and excess to be within the field of view in normal vision. We will assess if this is the case at the time of your consultation.
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What will my Blepharoplasty scars look like?
The major concern most patients have regarding the outcome of blepharoplasty is scarring. Although scarring is the inevitable result of any surgery, we are usually able to keep this to a minimum by making careful incisions along natural skin lines and creases where scars usuallyContinue reading
I do not have private health insurance – can I have Blepharoplasty surgery performed in your procedure room?
Yes, this is possible for upper blepharoplasty only. This procedure can be performed with local anaesthetic alone and thus can sometimes be undertaken in the rooms.
Will a Blepharoplasty get rid of my wrinkles?
Blepharoplasty reduces wrinkles in the eyelids and also partially the crows feet area. It does not affect wrinkles anywhere else .
How long is my recovery post Blepharoplasty surgery?
Blepharoplasty is usually performed as a day case under local or general anaesthesia. We will review your recovery and remove any surface stitches 5-7 days post surgery. A return to work is usually possible after 7-10 days but note that bruising and swelling for upContinue reading