Upper eyelid blepharoplasty is one of the most common procedures performed worldwide
for both functional and cosmetic indications. There is a high rate of patient satisfaction;
however, in this era of social media, patient expectations are higher than ever. Today's
digitally savvy patients expect perfect outcomes with no complications and rapid recovery.
To achieve optimal results, a careful preoperative evaluation and sound surgical technique
is essential for minimizing complications. Here the authors review their approach
to the management of the blepharoplasty patient.
Keywords
blepharoplasty - upper eyelid - cosmetic surgery - functional surgery - eyelid ptosis
- dry eye - complications
