Can this also be done with the laser?
In addition to the classical surgery, where a scalpel is used to make an incision for tissue removal from the upper eyelid, a laser-based technique can also be used for the incision. Often, a very precise incision is achieved due to the fine computer-controlled handling. However, the excess tissue on the eyelid cannot be removed by laser, in most cases it must be surgically removed from the eyelid.
Duration of the surgery
The duration of the operation depends on the extent of the surgical correction. If only the hush songs are treated, the duration of the operation can be assumed to be about one to two hours. Other measures such as additional surgery of the lacrimal sacs or further corrections to the eyebrows require a little more time. However, an operation rarely takes longer than two to three hours.
Duration of sick leave
Sick leave after surgery on drooping eyelids usually lasts for a few days, but it depends on the course of the operation and the profession of the operated person. A person who is physically very busy should take a longer break than someone who spends his or her working day at a desk. Usually the sick leave is a few days to a maximum of one week.
Which doctor will operate this?
For the operation of the drooping eyelids, two different specialties are possible. Operations on drooping lids are often performed by plastic surgeons (“cosmetic surgeons”). This is especially the case if the therapy is performed for aesthetic reasons.However, ophthalmologists can also perform the surgery, especially if it is medically indicated due to visual field restrictions caused by drooping eyelids.
