Commentary & Perspectives

Eyelid Surgery is Not Cosmetic Surgery

... and treating it as such is a clinical error, writes Dion Paridaens

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Blepharoplasty, often perceived as merely cosmetic, is a critical surgical procedure impacting vision, ocular surface health, and facial functionality. Misunderstanding its functional significance can harm patient outcomes, as eyelids play crucial roles in ocular protection and comfort. Unlike typical cosmetic surgeries, eyelid surgery requires expertise in ocular physiology and is best performed by trained oculoplastic surgeons who understand the interconnected anatomy. The surgical decisions made affect more than aesthetics, influencing visual function and quality of life significantly, with complications often underestimated and potentially debilitating.

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Eyelid Surgery is Not Cosmetic Surgery

... and treating it as such is a clinical error, writes Dion Paridaens

  • by Dion Paridaens

  • March 3, 2026

  • 5 min

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