Can bleph eyelid surgery be done without anesthesia? If so, how does it work?
Blepharoplasty is a procedure that can be easily be done under local anesthesia. While not necessary, we like to administer sedation in addition to help make the procedure more comfortable. This can range from simple oral sedation to IV sedation.
As you can see from all of the responses, most surgeons have recommended "local anesthesia," which is a form of anesthesia, simply not the type in which you go to sleep. I recommend local anesthesia, which requires placing anesthetic with a small needle in and around the area for surgery. Placing the anesthetic can be uncomfortable, but generally well tolerated. The advantage is that you can participate in opening and closing your eyelids. This can be a critical part of the operation.
