Retinoplasty also known as eyelid surgery is a kind of treatment used for the fixation of a detached retina. Retinoplasty comes under cosmetic surgery and is used as a comprehensive treatment to fix a detached retina. The surgical process of this cosmetic surgery also includes removing the fat from the eyelids on permanent basis. This surgery provides long lasting effects to the eyes of the patient.
An incision within the natural fold is made in the upper eyelid. The incision will extend beyond the outside corner into the laugh line. Through the incision excess skin or fatty tissues from your eyelids will be removed.
The results of Retinoplasty surgery vary from individual to individual. However, it is not guaranteed that every patient or individual will achieve the same results from Retinoplasty.
Retinoplasty involves fewer risks and if you strictly follow the advice and instructions of your plastic surgeon, you can minimize certain risks pre and post your eyelid surgery.
Reasons for Retinoplasty surgery
If you have any or some of the underlying problems then you can go for Retinoplasty:
- When the natural folds of the upper eyelids are covered by excess skins
- Impaired vision caused by loose skin hanging down from the upper eyelids
- Dull and tired looking eyes caused by a swollen appearance of the upper eyelids
- Dark circles, bags visible under the eyes
- Droopiness of the lower eyelids
Risks involved in Retinoplasty
Any minor or major surgery involves risks and complications. Retinoplasty also involves the following risks and complications:
- Allergic reaction to anesthesia
- Post-surgical infection
- Temporary puffiness in the surgical area
- Scarring in the surgical area
- Temporary haziness of your vision which may last for one to few days
- Problems closing your eyes
Pre-surgery requirements of Retinoplasty
The pre-surgery requirements of Retinoplasty include the following:
- Discuss all the risks and benefits of the surgery in detail with your plastic surgeon. Also ask for a literature which will explain about the surgical procedure you will have to undergo.
- You will undergo all the tests and examinations required for the surgery
- You will also undergo a physical test to check whether you are fit to undergo the surgery. Physical test includes checking your temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate etc.
- Avoid smoking or taking alcoholic drinks at least one month prior to your surgery. However, it is advisable to quit both these habits for your own health benefits.
Post-surgery requirements of Retinoplasty
The post-surgery requirements of Retinoplasty surgery include the following:
- You will be relocated to the post-operative room after your surgery and will be given pain medication to ease away your pain
- Make sure you have someone to drive home since you won’t be able to drive back yourself.
- Have regular follow ups with your plastic surgeon post surgery to have an idea about the progress of your surgical wound.
Average hospital stay for Retinoplasty
Retinoplasty is generally carried on outpatient basis and the patient is permitted to go back home few hours after the surgery. However if the patient wants to avail of surgical facilities staying back at the hospital then he or she can stay back overnight.
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