Upper Blepharoplasty with BAT Technique

To provide a complete and progressive training pathway on upper blepharoplasty performed with the Bloodless Atraumatic Technique (BAT), integrating:

• advanced anatomical knowledge,
• principles of atraumatic surgical practice,
• pre-, intra- and postoperative protocols,
• practical applications with full surgical demonstrations narrated by Dr. Sergio Noviello.

Traditional Surgery vs Bloodless Atraumatic Technique (BAT)

Traditional surgery:
Marked edema, widespread bruising, peri-incisional bleeding, greater tissue inflammation, and consequently longer recovery times.

BAT technique:
Minimal trauma and intraoperative bleeding, significant reduction in edema and bruising, cleaner incisions, faster recovery, and improved post-surgical comfort.

Target Audience

• Plastic surgeons
• Cosmetic surgeons
• Oculoplastic surgeons
• Dermatologic surgeons
• Experienced aesthetic physicians with foundational surgical training.

Testimonials

Hear from Dr. Paolo Limoli about his experience implementing BAT in his clinic.

Course program

BAT Philosophy Applied to Upper Blepharoplasty

• Origins and principles of the Bloodless Atraumatic Technique
• How BAT redefines eyelid surgery: from cutting to preserving
• Harmony and function: applying Logical Beauty Harmony (LBH) to periocular planning
• Psychological and communicative approach to patient selection

Surgical Anatomy of the Upper Eyelid Region

• Superficial and deep anatomy of the upper eyelid
• Muscular system: orbicularis oculi, levator palpebrae, recti and oblique muscles
• Vascular and lymphatic systems: identification of BAT Safe Zones
• Neural structures and risk areas: preventing trauma
• BAT surgical anatomy: mapping atraumatic planes and safe access points

BAT Step-by-Step Surgical Technique

• Preparing the surgical field according to BAT standards
• BAT atraumatic local anaesthesia and infiltration
• Preoperative markings based on LBH
• Atraumatic dissection using 4 MHz monopolar energy
• Selective resection of fat pads and skin
• Prospective hemostasis with controlled energy application
• Suture strategies
• Managing anatomical variations intraoperatively

Complications, Management and Follow-Up

• Prevention of bleeding and oedema following BAT principles
• Management of eyelid asymmetry and retraction
• How to avoid under- and over-correction
• Treatment of complex or secondary cases
• BAT postoperative follow-up and recovery timelines
• Eyelid skin longevity and periocular maintenance protocols

Clinical Cases and Surgical Demonstrations

• Three full clinical cases with planning, surgery and 3-month results
• Aesthetic analysis according to LBH
• Real cases discussed and commented by Dr. Sergio Noviello