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Eyelid surgery is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures worldwide, yet misconceptions abound. Patients often come to Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery with fears based on outdated techniques or internet rumors. Clearing up these myths is essential for setting realistic expectations and alleviating unnecessary anxiety. Let’s separate the facts from the fiction regarding blepharoplasty.
Myth 1: It Will Change the Shape of My Eyes
Many patients fear they will look "different" or lose their ethnic identity. Specifically, there is a fear of the "cat eye" or a rounded, startled look.
Fact: A well-performed blepharoplasty should not change the fundamental shape of your eye aperture. The goal is to remove the frame (the excess skin and bags) to reveal the painting (your natural eye). Techniques have evolved to preserve the natural almond shape and canthal tilt. You will look like yourself, just with the "curtains" pulled back.
Myth 2: The Scars Will Be Visible
Patients worry about having obvious jagged lines on their face.
Fact: The eyelid skin heals better than almost any other skin on the body. It is incredibly thin and vascular. For upper lids, the incision is hidden deep within the natural crease, making it invisible when your eyes are open. For lower lids, incisions are often internal (transconjunctival) or tucked right under the lash line. Once healed, these scars are virtually undetectable to the naked eye.
Myth 3: It Removes Crows Feet
This is a major point of confusion.
Fact: Blepharoplasty removes excess skin and fat; it does not paralyze muscle. Crow's feet are caused by the dynamic action of the orbicularis oculi muscle when you smile. Surgery will not stop you from smiling, so it won't erase these lines. Botox is the correct treatment for crow's feet, often used as a complement to surgery.
Myth 4: It Stops Aging
Some believe surgery is a permanent "stop button."
Fact: While the removal of fat is permanent (it doesn't grow back), your skin will continue to age. You will continue to lose elasticity over the decades. However, you will always look better than you would have without the surgery. Think of it as resetting the clock, not stopping it.
Myth 5: It Is Extremely Painful
Because the eyes are sensitive, people assume the recovery is agonizing.
Fact: Most patients report that blepharoplasty is one of the least painful cosmetic surgeries. It is associated more with "discomfort" or "tightness" than acute pain. Most patients manage just fine with Tylenol after the first 24 hours.
For those investigating blepharoplasty Honolulu offers experts who will walk you through these realities during your consultation. Understanding the limitations and the true capabilities of the surgery ensures you are happy with the result.
Get the truth about eyelid surgery at Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery. Visit https://hawaiifacialplasticsurgery.com/ to learn more.