Face and neck

Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Eyelid Surgery

What are the benefits of upper eyelid surgery?

After upper eyelid surgery, the field of vision expands, and the overall expression appears more rested. Puffy upper eyelids can make the face look older, but the surgery significantly rejuvenates the appearance. Without the need to constantly lift the eyelids, headaches ease, and the forehead smooths out. The result is natural and youthful.

What happens during upper eyelid surgery?

During upper eyelid surgery, excess drooping skin and bulging fat are removed from the eyelids. The procedure is performed as a day surgery under local anesthesia. It is a quick and safe operation carried out by a specialist in plastic surgery.

How long does it take to recover from upper eyelid surgery?

There is usually little to no pain after surgery, and the need for painkillers is minimal. During recovery, swelling, bruising, and redness in the surgical area are common for about 1–2 weeks. Recovery time varies between individuals. Depending on the nature of your work, you may need about a week of sick leave.

How do I arrange for upper eyelid surgery?

Before the procedure, you will need to attend a consultation at Sf-cliniken. During the consultation, the need for surgery is assessed, and a possible surgery date is decided. Bring an up-to-date list of your medications to the consultation. Attending the consultation does not obligate you to proceed with the surgery. Consultations for upper eyelid surgery at Sf-cliniken are always conducted by a specialized nurse.

How should I prepare for the procedure?

You can eat normally at home on the day of the procedure. Arrive clean, ensuring your face is thoroughly washed. Do not apply moisturizer on the morning of the procedure. If you wear false eyelashes, they must be removed beforehand. You will receive detailed, personalized instructions before and after the surgery during your consultation.

Will there be scars after upper eyelid surgery?

Once the stitches are removed, the scar healing process begins. The duration of this process varies between individuals but typically takes a few months. Initially, scars are red and slightly raised; over time, they fade and flatten. Eventually, the scars become thin, pale lines that blend into the natural folds of the skin.

Avoid sun exposure, as sunlight can sometimes darken scars. Protect your eyes from wind and sunlight. Small white spots may occasionally appear near the scars a few weeks after surgery. These are tiny sebaceous glands whose ducts are blocked by scar tissue. The eyelids contain hundreds of sebaceous glands that lubricate the skin. When scar tissue is at its peak, some ducts may close, preventing sebum from escaping, which appears as small white spots under the skin. As scar tissue reduces and the redness fades, these ducts typically reopen, and the spots disappear.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Eyelid Surgery

What happens during lower eyelid surgery?

During lower eyelid surgery, loose skin and fat inside the eye bags are carefully removed. The incision is made just below the lash line, very close to the lashes, so the resulting scar is not visible. Fat is removed from the fat pockets surrounding the eye, and in some cases, a fat flap is created to reduce or eliminate the tear trough. Loose skin is removed in a controlled manner. However, the procedure does not completely eliminate fine wrinkles. The surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia, and you can go home the same day.

Will there be a scar after lower eyelid surgery?

The incision for lower eyelid surgery is placed just below the lash line, making the scar almost invisible. Scars near the lash line are typically unnoticeable a few weeks after the procedure.

How do I arrange for lower eyelid surgery?

Before the procedure, you will need to attend a consultation at Sf-cliniken. During the consultation, the need for surgery will be assessed, and a potential surgery date will be set. Bring an up-to-date list of your medications to the consultation. Please note that attending the consultation does not obligate you to proceed with the surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Facelift Surgery

What can a facelift improve?

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, can address several problem areas on the face and neck. It can lift sagging cheek skin that has descended to the jawline, correct loose and drooping skin under the chin and on the neck, and reduce lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Additionally, a facelift can tighten drooping skin and deep wrinkles on the cheeks and remove excess fat tissue.

Most patients who undergo facelift surgery are highly satisfied with the results. However, it takes time to heal, and the final results are typically visible several months, or even up to six months, after the procedure.

How is a facelift performed?

Facelift surgery can be done using various techniques. The method chosen depends on the aesthetic goals and individual characteristics discussed with the surgeon.

The incision is usually hidden in natural wrinkles and folds. It typically begins behind the hairline at the temples, extends down in front of the ear, around the earlobe, behind the ear, and into the hairline at the back of the head.

The procedure is generally performed under general anesthesia with an anesthesiologist's supervision and takes 2–4 hours.

How should I prepare for facelift surgery?

Preparation for a facelift begins with a consultation with a plastic surgeon. During the consultation, the aesthetic goals and expectations of the surgery are discussed. The surgeon will also assess overall health.

The consultation includes a review of medical history, current medications, supplements, and herbal remedies, past surgeries and treatments, as well as lifestyle factors such as substance use and smoking.

How long does recovery take?

Immediately after surgery, a dressing is placed on the face to reduce swelling and tissue drainage. Small drains may be inserted under the skin to prevent fluid and blood buildup. Pain can occur after the surgery and is managed with painkillers.

The recovery pace varies between individuals. Bruising and swelling are common the day after surgery and can be reduced by keeping the head elevated. Numbness in the facial area may persist for several months.

How do I arrange for the procedure?

The decision to proceed with surgery is always made based on a consultation. During the consultation, the need for treatment, health status, risks, and any additional tests required will be assessed. The consultation will also determine whether to proceed with the procedure and its timing. Finally, an individualized treatment plan is created, where all steps are agreed upon in collaboration with the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions about Neck Lift Surgery

What can a neck lift correct?

A neck lift can address several problem areas in the face and neck. The procedure can lift sagging cheek skin that has descended to the jawline, correct loose and drooping skin under the chin and on the neck, and reduce lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Additionally, a neck lift helps tighten sagging skin and deep wrinkles in the cheek area and remove excess fat.

Most patients who undergo a neck lift are very satisfied with the results. However, the healing process takes time, and the final results are visible several months, or up to six months, after the surgery.

How is a neck lift performed?

A neck lift can be performed using various techniques. The surgeon selects the technique based on aesthetic goals and individual conditions. The incision is typically hidden in natural wrinkles and folds. It usually begins behind the hairline at the temples, runs in front of the ear, around the earlobe, and back toward the hairline at the nape of the neck.

The procedure is generally performed under general anesthesia with an anesthesiologist present and takes 2–4 hours.

How should I prepare for a neck lift?

Preparation begins with a consultation with a plastic surgeon. During the consultation, aesthetic goals and expectations for the surgery are discussed. The plastic surgeon will also assess your general health.

During the consultation, previous and current illnesses, medications, supplements, herbal remedies, past surgeries and treatments, as well as alcohol and tobacco use, are reviewed.

How long does recovery take?

Immediately after the surgery, a bandage is placed around the neck or face to reduce swelling and tissue bleeding. Small drains may be inserted under the skin to prevent fluid and blood accumulation. Post-operative pain may occur and is managed with painkillers.

Healing time varies between individuals. Bruising and swelling in the facial area are common the day after surgery and can be reduced by keeping the head elevated. Numbness in the facial area may persist for several months.

How do I book a neck lift?

The decision to proceed with the surgery is always made after a consultation. During the consultation, the need for treatment, health condition, risks, and any additional investigations required are assessed. A potential date for the procedure is also determined during the consultation. Finally, an individualized care plan is created, where all procedures are planned in collaboration with the patient.

Ear Reshaping Surgery

Ear reshaping surgery is suitable for individuals with prominently outward-facing ears, overly large earlobes, or split earlobes caused by earrings. The procedure is performed by a plastic surgeon as a day surgery under local anesthesia.

Protruding Ear Surgery

Protruding ears are a congenital condition where the upper part of the ear sticks out, making the ears appear overly prominent. The shape of protruding ears can be corrected surgically.

The procedure is performed by a plastic surgeon as a day surgery under local anesthesia. The incision is placed in an inconspicuous location behind the ear. During the surgery, the cartilage of the ear is trimmed or reshaped into a better position, bringing it closer to the head. In some cases, small "pads" are stitched into the ear to achieve better shaping; these pads are removed after a few weeks.

After the procedure, you should wear a bandage or "headband" around your forehead as instructed. Some pain may occur during the first few days, which can be managed with painkillers. At the follow-up appointment, the bandage will be replaced, and the ears will be checked.

Earlobe Repair Surgery

Large or damaged earlobes can be corrected by removing the excess or damaged tissue, after which the earlobe is stitched together. Stitches are removed after one week, and the resulting scar is thin. Recovery from the procedure is quick.

The surgery is performed by a plastic surgeon as a day surgery under local anesthesia.

Recovery and Complications After Ear Surgery

Recovery from the procedure is typically quick, with most patients healing within two weeks. Bruising, if present, usually disappears during this time. As with any surgery, there is a small risk of bleeding or infection, although both are rare.