{"id":15062,"date":"2026-05-28T12:33:45","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T10:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/?post_type=personal_story&#038;p=15062"},"modified":"2026-05-28T12:33:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T10:33:46","slug":"eyelid-correction-experience","status":"publish","type":"personal_story","link":"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\/personal-stories\/ervaring-ooglidcorrectie\/","title":{"rendered":"Michelle shares her experience of an upper eyelid correction using the Milan Technique."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"section section-blog-detail\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"blog-detail-wrapper\">\n            <div class=\"left-side\">\n                <div class=\"blog-detail-pageheader\">\n                                            <div class=\"pageheader-image\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/app\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Ervaring_Bovenooglidcorrectie_Milaan_Techniek.png\" alt=\"Michelle shares her experience of an upper eyelid correction using the Milan Technique.\" title=\"\">\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"pageheader-breadcrumbs\">\n                        <div class=\"breadcrumb-wrapper\">\n                            <a class=\"breadcrumb-item\" href=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\">Home<\/a><span><i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-right fa-xs\"><\/i><\/span><a class=\"breadcrumb-item\" href=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\/personal-stories\/\">Personal Stories<\/a><span><i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-right fa-xs\"><\/i><\/span><a class=\"breadcrumb-item\">Michelle shares her experience of an upper eyelid correction using the Milan Technique.<\/a>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"blog-detail-content\">\n                        <div class=\"content-blocks\">\n                            <div class=\"detail-block content-block\">\n                                <h1 class=\"blog-detail-title\">Michelle shares her experience of an upper eyelid correction using the Milan Technique.<\/h1>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"detail-block content-block\">\n                                                                                    <p>Sometimes you look in the mirror and see a look that doesn't match how you feel. That's exactly what Michelle started to notice. Because of her tired gaze, people often asked her if she was tired, or hadn't slept well, even though she felt energetic on the inside. After being a regular client at SkinSurgery Clinics for years for injectables and skin improvement, Michelle finally decided to opt for a <a href=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\/eyelid-surgery\/upper-eyelid-surgery\/\">upper eyelid correction<\/a> with the <a href=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\/eyelid-surgery\/milan-technique\/\">Milan Engineering<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI've been a customer here for years for injectables and skin treatments. I've always been helped super well and have been very satisfied. So I knew you were the right party for me.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Why Michelle chose upper eyelid surgery<\/h2>\n<p>Many women recognise the moment when drooping eyelids or a tired look become increasingly visible. Particularly after busy years, stress or pregnancies, the skin around the eyes can appear heavier.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI had already discussed it with the doctor at SkinSurgery several times: when to have a blepharoplasty and when not. And at a certain point, I thought... <strong>I'm ready for it now<\/strong>.\"<\/p>\n<p>Michelle wanted to consciously choose a natural approach to ageing gracefully.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI'd like to age naturally. So I'd rather not have too much Botox or fillers. That suits me less. But I did notice that my gaze was becoming more and more tired.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>An upper eyelid correction is then often an effective solution for people who suffer from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a tired look,<\/li>\n<li>droopy eyelids,<\/li>\n<li>Heavy eyelids,<\/li>\n<li>or a less open view.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Milan Technique for upper eyelid surgery is a specific surgical procedure.<\/h2>\n<p>At SkinSurgery Clinics, Michelle underwent an upper eyelid correction using the Milan Technique. This refined technique is known for its subtle and natural results, with surgical precision at its core. The treatment not only focuses on removing excess skin but also on maintaining a soft, natural expression. This results in a fresh and open gaze without the face looking \u201coperated on\u201d. For many clients, that is precisely why they choose this technique.<\/p>\n<h2>Is an upper eyelid correction scary?<\/h2>\n<p>An eyelid correction remains a daunting prospect for many. Especially because it concerns the face and the eyes.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was very nervous beforehand. It's your face, after all. But in the end, I was so well looked after by all the lovely SkinSurgery staff that I was able to lie on the treatment table very relaxed.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to Michelle, the personal guidance made a big difference.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was really taken through it step-by-step. Everything was explained calmly and that gave me a lot of confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>At SkinSurgery Clinics, a correction of the upper eyelids is not just about the medical outcome, but also about peace of mind, safety, and personal attention throughout the entire treatment process.<\/p>\n<h2>Recovery after upper eyelid surgery<\/h2>\n<p>A week after the treatment, Michelle returned for the removal of her stitches. Her recovery was smoother than she had anticipated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn hindsight, it was actually a lot better than I expected. The swelling was minimal and the bruising wasn't too bad either. I really stuck to the SkinSurgery Clinics app, because it pretty much has everything in there step by step. Including the meditation. That really helped.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Good recovery after an upper eyelid correction begins with clear guidance and proper aftercare. Therefore, clients receive comprehensive instructions for the recovery process, so they know exactly what to expect in the first few days after the treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>Recovery Booster for eyelid surgery<\/h2>\n<p>After the stitches were removed, Michelle also opted for the Recovery Booster treatment with <a href=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/en\/fillers\/rejuran-treatment\/\">https:\/\/rejuranpro.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This innovative polynucleotide treatment supports the skin's natural regeneration and helps refine the scarring process following eyelid surgery.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou naturally want your recovery to go as smoothly as possible and for scars to be almost invisible in the end.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The treatment supports the skin cells during the healing process, allowing the scar to heal more calmly and evenly.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt felt a bit sensitive around my eyes, but it was quite manageable.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>A natural fresh look without an unnatural result<\/h2>\n<p>What was ultimately most important for Michelle? That she still recognises herself when she looks in the mirror.<\/p>\n<p>No unnatural result. No tight appearance. But a fresh, rested look that suits how she feels again.<\/p>\n<p>And that is precisely what a natural upper eyelid correction with the Milan Technique is all about.<\/p>\n<h3>Frequently asked questions about an upper eyelid correction<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Is an upper eyelid correction painful?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic and is experienced as quite manageable by many clients.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long does recovery from eyelid surgery take?<\/strong><br \/>\nMost swelling and bruising will decrease within 1 to 2 weeks. The final healing of the scar will take longer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do scars remain visible after an upper eyelid correction?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe scars usually fall within the natural crease of the eyelid and gradually fade during the recovery process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is suitable for an upper eyelid correction?<\/strong><br \/>\nAn upper eyelid correction is suitable for people with drooping eyelids, a tired appearance, or excess skin around the eyes.<\/p>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <div class=\"detail-block content-block\">\n                                                                                    <p><em>Do you have any questions based on Michelle's personal story? We would like to invite you for a no-obligation consultation at our clinic in Bergschenhoek or The Hague. We can then look at the possibilities together and create a treatment plan based on your wishes. We will provide you with all the information and answer any questions you may have, and can address them directly if necessary. Come and visit us, see you soon!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Schedule a no-obligation consultation with one of our specialists.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"right-side\">\n                    <div class=\"blog-detail-sidebar\">\n                        <div class=\"sidebar-wrapper is-centered\">\n\n                                                            <div class=\"specialist\">\n                                                                            <h3>Specialist for this treatment<\/h3>\n                                                                                                                <div class=\"image-holder\">\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                                src=\"https:\/\/skin-surgery.nl\/app\/uploads\/2024\/02\/SS-Suzanne.png\"\n                                                alt=\"Drs. 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