The Difference Between Eyelid Surgery and Thread Eyelid Lift

In cosmetic surgery clinics, nothing is done unless it is truly needed. If a person doesn’t need surgery and a non-surgical option can offer better benefits, that is ideal. As much as we sometimes hope a non-surgical treatment can give us the same results as surgery, the reality is that surgical outcomes are often more dramatic than non-surgical ones. This is especially true when comparing eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) with a thread eyelid lift.  

You can visit the Eye Center at Al Batal Specialized Complex in Jeddah for a comprehensive eye evaluation and to learn about the most suitable treatment options.

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What Is the Difference Between Eyelid Surgery and Thread Eyelid Lift?

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is a surgical procedure designed to tighten and rejuvenate the area around the eyes. As we age, the muscles around the eyes tend to weaken, causing the skin to stretch. This creates space for unwanted fat deposits, along with dark circles or bags under the eyes.

Blepharoplasty involves removing excess fat from the area around the eyes and trimming any loose skin or muscle to create a more refreshed, youthful appearance.  

By contrast, a thread eyelid lift is a non-surgical procedure that also aims to tighten facial skin. It works by inserting dissolvable sutures under the skin and positioning them strategically to lift and support the tissues for the desired effect.

Thread lifting can address most areas of the face and neck, such as the brows (for a brow lift), cheeks, and jawline. A thread eyelid lift can make the eyes look more open, less droopy, and less tired, by placing threads in carefully selected points around the eye area.

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How Long Do These Procedures Last?

Like any surgical procedure, eyelid surgery is not immune to the natural aging process. The eye area will continue to age gradually over time.  

On the other hand, the results of a thread eyelid lift can last for more than a year. The threads themselves typically dissolve within about 6–9 months, but the collagen production they stimulate helps maintain the lifting effect for several months after the threads have fully dissolved.

The best way to determine which procedure is right for you is to contact the Eye Center at Al Batal Specialized Complex, where you can get detailed information about thread eyelid lifting and make an informed decision without pressure.

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How to Treat Droopy Eyelids Without Surgery

The eyes play a major role in first impressions. They can express emotions such as joy, happiness, doubt, and sadness. Droopy or sagging eyelids and under-eye bags can make us look older, and they are difficult to hide. Non-surgical treatment of the upper and lower eyelids is usually challenging.

Tightening and lifting the skin around the eyes can have a significant impact on overall appearance. There are both surgical and non-surgical options. Below we discuss a leading non-surgical treatment used to lift and tighten droopy eyelids and the eye area.

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What Is Blepharoplasty?

The surgical procedure used to lift and tighten the upper or lower eyelids is called blepharoplasty. It is a delicate surgery that involves carefully removing and repositioning skin and fat around the sensitive eye area. It must be performed by a highly experienced, appropriately qualified surgeon.

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Plexr Non-Surgical Treatment

Patients now have access to an advanced, non-surgical alternative, which helps avoid the costs, risks, potential complications, and downtime associated with surgery. Some clinics offer non-surgical eyelid and under-eye tightening using Plexr, a leading non-surgical device in this field.  

Plexr non-surgical skin tightening uses a highly precise device to cause controlled tissue contraction, rejuvenating the entire eye area and contributing to overall facial rejuvenation.

The treatment typically takes about 20–30 minutes and was developed after many years of research and clinical studies in Italy and worldwide. Because it is non-surgical—no scalpels and no stitches—many patients are able to return to work within 2–3 days.  

You can contact the Eye Center at Al Batal Specialized Complex in Jeddah to book an appointment for an eye examination and receive the appropriate treatment.

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