Planning Eyelid Surgery Before a Wedding or Special Event
Returning to work, feeling comfortable in photographs and scar maturation are different milestones. How to discuss eyelid surgery around a fixed event without rushing the decision.
Op. Dr. Havva Gül Yıldız
Ophthalmologist | Oculoplastic Surgery
Her work covers eyelid and periocular (oculoplastic) surgery and medical aesthetics. Professional background
After gaining extensive clinical experience in state hospital, private medical center and university settings, she has been serving patients at her private practice in Istanbul.
- 25+ Years Clinical Experience
- Personalized Treatment Planning
Oculoplastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics — Istanbul
Over 25 years of experience in eye surgery and medical aesthetics. Personalized treatments that preserve your natural look and reveal the freshest version of your face and skin.
Our Treatments
Eye Area Surgery and Medical Aesthetic Services
These headings do not describe identical methods, products or outcomes. The treatment area, product ingredients and alternatives require individual assessment.
Aesthetic Eyelid Surgery
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Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Surgery addressing excess skin and fat in the upper eyelid. Eyelid structure and the eye surface are assessed first.
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Surgery addressing lower eyelid bags and laxity. The approach depends on fat distribution and eyelid support.
Surgical Brow Lift
Surgery to reposition the brow. Examination distinguishes a low brow from a drooping eyelid.
Ptosis
Drooping of the upper eyelid. Its cause and the function of the eyelid lifting muscle guide treatment selection.
Botulinum Toxin
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Expression Lines (One Area)
Assessment for botulinum toxin treatment of lines caused by muscle movement in one facial area.
Three-Area Treatment
The forehead, frown area and outer eye corners are assessed together. Injection sites depend on muscle movement.
Jaw Muscle (Masseter)
Treatment directed at the chewing muscle. Assessment includes jaw clenching symptoms and chewing function.
Underarms (Sweating)
Considered for excessive underarm sweating. The cause of sweating and other treatment options are discussed.
Dermal Fillers
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Lip Filler
An injection procedure addressing lip volume and borders. Existing filler, lip anatomy and expectations are assessed.
Under-Eye Filler
Filler for under-eye hollows. Dark circles or puffiness do not always result from a lack of volume.
Upper Eyelid Filler
A volume treatment for upper eyelid hollowing. Eyelid movement and surrounding tissue anatomy are examined.
Temple Filler
A treatment for volume loss in the temples. Blood vessel anatomy and facial proportions inform planning.
Forehead Filler
Filler addressing forehead contour and volume. Vascular anatomy and suitability are assessed during examination.
Midface Filler
A volume treatment for the cheeks and cheekbone area, planned in relation to the rest of the face.
Nasolabial Fold Filler
Considered for folds running from the nose to the mouth corners. Midface support is also examined.
Chin Filler
A volume treatment for the chin and jawline. Facial profile and bite relationships are assessed.
Skin Quality Filler
A superficial injection approach addressing skin texture and hydration. Product and depth are selected after assessment.
Collagen Biostimulation
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Hybrid Biostimulatory Filler
Covers products combining filler and biostimulatory components. Composition and intended use vary by product.
Calcium Hydroxyapatite
A class of fillers containing calcium hydroxyapatite. Tissue anatomy guides assessment of the treatment area and method.
Biostimulatory Filler
Injectable products intended to stimulate a tissue response. Effects and risks depend on the substance used.
Liquid Facial Rejuvenation (Hybrid)
Combined planning of injections for different facial areas. It is a different procedure from a surgical facelift.
Eye Area Rejuvenation
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Skin Renewal Serum
Product assessment for the skin around the eyes. Ingredients, application route and session needs are discussed.
Radiance Serum
Care assessment for uneven tone around the eyes. Pigmentation and volume loss are examined separately.
Polynucleotides (Salmon DNA)
Periocular assessment for products containing polynucleotides. Product origin and individual suitability are discussed.
Eye Area Revitalisation
Assessment of fine lines, dryness and a tired appearance. Care options are discussed according to the findings.
Skin Radiance & Boosters
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Intensive Hydration Skinbooster
Hyaluronic acid products intended for skin hydration. They are assessed for different purposes from volumising fillers.
Radiance Serum Protocol
A care approach for skin tone and hydration. Product ingredients and session intervals are discussed at consultation.
Skin Renewal Serum
Serum applications addressing skin texture. Application route and product selection depend on skin assessment.
Enzyme-Based Serum
Skin assessment for enzyme-containing products. Intended use, ingredients and sensitivity history are reviewed together.
Lipolysis
A term used for treatments targeting localised fat. The product, treatment area and risks require assessment.
Stem Cell · Exosome · PRP
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Exosome Application
Products described as exosomes differ in composition and evidence. Their origin, application route and evidence require review.
Plant-Derived Exosomes
A name used for products containing plant-derived vesicles. Equivalence to human-derived products should not be assumed.
Autologous Stem Cells (Tissue)
Autologous means derived from a person’s own tissue. Cell content, preparation method and supporting evidence require assessment.
Autologous Stem Cells (Face)
Covers autologous tissue procedures considered for the face. Product composition and suitability need individual assessment.
Scalp Treatment
The cause of hair loss and the scalp are assessed. The diagnosis guides the choice of approach.
PRP
Platelet-rich plasma prepared from a person’s own blood. Its intended use and preparation method are discussed.
Polynucleotides
A group of products containing polynucleotides. Origin, composition, intended use and evidence are assessed for each product.
Thread Lift
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French Thread Lift
A technique using medical threads to support facial tissues. Thread material and the suitable area are discussed at consultation.
Single Thread Lift
Placement of a thread in a selected area. The number and position of threads are planned according to tissue anatomy.
Absorbable Threads (PDO)
A procedure using polydioxanone threads that are absorbed over time. Thread type and follow-up needs are assessed first.
Fractional RF Microneedling
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Results may vary from person to person. Please schedule a consultation for detailed information.
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Common Questions
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Our address is 1453 Maslak, C9 Blok, Kat 1, Daire 7, Sarıyer, İstanbul. The hours currently shown on the website are Monday-Saturday, 08:30–18:00. Please confirm your visit time with our team before travelling.
Bring a list of your medicines, known allergies, previous eye or facial procedures, and any relevant reports. If you have had filler, the product name, treatment date and earlier photographs may help. Do not stop any medicine unless your clinician tells you to do so.
Blepharoplasty addresses excess skin and, when needed, fat; ptosis surgery addresses the mechanism that lifts the eyelid margin. Brow descent can look similar, so the approach is chosen after examination. Sudden one-sided drooping with double vision, unequal pupils or weakness needs urgent assessment.
In a transconjunctival approach, the surgeon reaches the fat through the inner surface of the lower eyelid, without an external skin incision. It does not remove excess skin. A different or combined surgical plan may be needed when excess skin or eyelid support is also a concern.
No. A brow lift changes brow position, while upper blepharoplasty addresses excess upper-eyelid skin and, when needed, fat. Both concerns can occur together; examination of the brow, eyelid and ocular surface guides the choice.
No. Darkness may come from a hollow-related shadow, pigment, thin skin, visible vessels, swelling or eye bags. Tear-trough filler may be considered only for selected hollows; the main cause and alternatives should be assessed first.
Upper-eyelid filler may be considered for selected people with volume loss in the upper-eyelid hollow. It does not correct ptosis or excess skin. Suitability, risks and surgical alternatives for this thin, mobile area require an in-person assessment.
No. Ultrasound can help locate filler and review nearby anatomy, but it cannot always identify the material with certainty. Hyaluronidase is considered only for hyaluronic acid filler; sudden vision change, unusual pain, or white, grey or blue skin discolouration after filler needs urgent assessment.
No. Fat grafting surgically harvests your own fat from a donor area and transfers it to the face; the amount that remains can vary. Hyaluronic acid filler is an injectable, temporary gel, with different options, recovery and risks.
No. Liquid facelift is a general term for different injection approaches; it does not remove excess skin or reposition tissues as surgery does. Not every product or combination suits everyone, and recommending no procedure can also be appropriate after assessment.
No. Ultraformer MPT uses focused ultrasound to aim for limited, gradual skin tightening in selected people. It does not remove excess skin or create the same change as a surgical facelift; suitability is decided at an in-person examination.
Scar maturation, swelling, bruising and return to daily life vary with the extent of surgery and individual healing; scars cannot be guaranteed to become invisible. Sudden loss of vision, worsening severe pain, rapidly increasing one-sided swelling or uncontrolled bleeding needs urgent assessment.
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Eye Aesthetics Blog
Explore Treatment Guides for clear explanations of eyelid and facial procedures. For example, articles on blepharoplasty, ptosis and fillers explain their different aims. They also discuss variable recovery, risks and urgent warning signs. However, this general information does not replace an individual examination.
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Should eye-area treatments be combined or spaced apart?
Several concerns do not mean several compulsory procedures. Compare the aims, limits and follow-up of combined and staged plans.
When will my eyelid surgery scar look less noticeable?
Wound closure, fading bruises and scar maturation are different stages. Care and review decisions should not rely on the first photograph.
Can a thread lift change heaviness around the eyelids?
Brow position, extra eyelid skin and true lid drooping are different concerns. Ask exactly which structure a thread lift would target.
How can I tell whether an aesthetic treatment works?
Look beyond “research shows”. Ask what was studied, what changed and how long people were followed.
How do I explain a natural-looking lip filler result?
A natural appearance involves more than volume. Discuss the lip border, side profile and the expressions you want to keep.
Could my eye be failing to close fully?
Morning irritation, watering or a gap during sleep should be considered alongside blinking and the eye surface. A closure problem does not always need surgery.
Can lines soften while I keep my facial expression?
Lines during expression and lines visible at rest may respond differently. Discuss the movements you want to keep, alongside brow and eyelid balance.
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