Blepharoplasty and numbers

Abstract

Introduction

Blepharoplasty is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic interventions, which is gaining more and more popularity in Bulgaria. 

Aim

The present study aims to introduce to the oculoplastic community the characteristics of the intervention in the country. 

Materials and Methods 

The survey was conducted completely anonymously online, using social networks. 

Results

A hundred people took part in the study. Ninety-five percent of those who completed the survey were female with an average age of 52. Forty percent of them were residents of the city of Sofia, 40% inhabited a regional city, and 20%—a smaller city. The average age at which patients were when they underwent the aesthetic intervention was 49 years. Of the possible options, the majority (75%) chose the classic one performed with a scalpel. Eighty percent of the participants underwent correction of the upper eyelids, 5%—of the lower ones, 15% preferred a combined procedure, and only 5% repeated the intervention. The reasons for resorting to the intervention were diverse, with the leading ones being those associated with fatigue and aging. In 60% of the respondents, blepharoplasty was performed by an ophthalmologist, in 36%—by a plastic surgeon, and in 2%—by an otolaryngologist. One of the participants indicated that the manipulation was performed by a dentist and one did not know the specialty of their surgeon. In 45%, the anesthesia of choice was local, in 40%—combined with sedation, and in 15%—complete. Regarding satisfaction, 45% of respondents were absolutely satisfied with the results and 60% reported an improvement in self-esteem and confidence. The complications that have arisen and the resulting negative effects were diverse. Seventy percent would recommend blepharoplasty to relatives and friends.  

Conclusion

Blepharoplasty is an aesthetic intervention that can significantly improve the appearance of patients. However, it is necessary to create standards for its implementation.