Eyebags or periorbital puffiness is the swollen appearance around the eyes.  It is can be due to excess fluid or fat giving an unattractive appearance.

Causes of Eyebags

As we age, the muscles and ligaments supporting our eyelids weaken resulting in sagging skin and fat protruding into the peri-orbital space causing a puffy and swollen appearance. These factors make the eyebags look worse

• Lack of sleep
• Fluid retention
• Smoking
• Family history
• Thyroid disorder

Treatment

Treatment involves surgical correction (known as blepharoplasty) which can be be performed by a Ophthalmologist or Cosmetic Surgeon specialising in the field of oculo-plastic surgery and eyelid reconstruction.  The surgery may involve the following procedures and can be combined with ptosis surgery or double eyelid reconstruction.

A blepharoplasty procedure usually is performed through external surgical incisions made along the natural skin lines (creases) of the upper and the lower eyelids.  The surgery can also be done from the interior surface of the lower eyelid (known as transconjunctival blepharoplasty).

Post-Operative Care

• Immediately after the surgery, there may be some swelling, redness or bruising which should resolve with time. 
• Avoid contact with dirty water such as swimming or make up for the first 3-6 weeks after surgery.
• Avoid shellfish or nuts (if you have allergy to them)
• You may wash your face and shower 24 hours after your surgery
• You may need to apply eye ointment or medication (if prescribed by your doctor) during the healing period.  It is important to APPLY EVERY NIGHT before you sleep to prevent dryness during the night
• You may need stitches removal 5-7 days after your surgery at your next follow-up consultation
• See your doctor asap if there is sudden pain or intense swelling around the eyelids

Discuss with your Cosmetic or ENT Surgeon & Aesthetic or Eye doctor your treatment options

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