Functional vs Cosmetic Blepharoplasty: What’s the Difference?
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Functional vs Cosmetic Blepharoplasty: What’s the Difference?

Learn the difference between functional and cosmetic blepharoplasty, and how eyelid surgery improves vision, comfort, and appearance.

Lionel Jedeikin
Lionel Jedeikin
2 min read

Blepharoplasty, also known as Eyelid Surgery, is a well liked procedure that aims to enhance the look as well as the functionality of the eyelids. Many people think that the procedure is only done to improve the face, but in fact, blepharoplasty is divided into two types: functional and cosmetic. Knowing the difference can allow patients to decide wisely.

Functional blepharoplasty is a treatment done to correct a disorder. After years, the skin on the upper eyelids becomes loose and might block peripheral vision, cause eye fatigue, or make it difficult to do daily activities such as reading and driving. For such instances, eyelid surgery would be advisable to get rid of the excess tissue and therefore, normalize the vision and comfort. Basically, this kind of operation is aimed at enhancing the eye's function rather than the looks, even though the other benefits that come with it are the improvement of appearance.

Cosmetic blepharoplasty is a procedure that people go for when they want to enhance their looks. It helps to get rid of loose skin on the eyelids, puffiness, and the bags under the eyes that make a person look tired or old.

People who want Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery in Cape Town usually desire a rejuvenated, youthful look with the results appearing totally natural. Even though it doesn't help with any vision problems, it can really make one feel more confident and the face more harmonious.

Functional and cosmetic eyelid surgery are carried out with great accuracy, safety, and individualised care at Plastic Surgery SA. If you are thinking about Eyelid Surgery in South Africa, our skilled surgeons in Cape Town provide the latest surgical techniques, thorough consultations, and excellent aftercare to give you clear vision, refreshed eyes, and enduring results.

 

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