Blepharoplasty, upper and lower eye lift the alternatives: Surgical and Non-Surgical

The eyes are one of the central points of our faces and are a huge part of how we are able to express ourselves.

As we age, the elasticity and strength of our skin can change which results in a change to the overall appearance of our face too.

Wrinkles and sagging of the skin around the eye area are some of the biggest ageing concerns of our patients, as the eyelids start to sag and droop around the eyes it can cause an unwanted tired or sad appearance.

We have a range of surgical and non-surgical treatment options for the eyes and our expert surgeons will be able to advise on which one is going to be best suited to you.

Blepharoplasty (Upper Eyelid Reduction and Lower Eye Bag Removal)

A Blepharoplasty is a good choice for patients who experience sagging or drooping of the upper and lower eye area.

It is a surgical procedure that can help to restore a more youthful and refreshed appearance by removing or re-positioning bulging fat, removing or resurfacing excess skin and tightening or lifting loose or atrophied muscles. In some cases, your surgeon may also be able to perform a fat transfer to fill out the hollows or recesses in the eyelids for a more rejuvenated appearance too.

Upper blepharoplasty is usually performed under local anaesthetic whereas a lower blepharoplasty may require a general anaesthetic.

To help reduce scarring in the area, the surgeon will use very fine sutures which are either dissolvable or removed after 4-5 days.

Swelling and bruising following blepharoplasty surgery may last for up to 2 weeks but many patients can return to work within 1 week post-procedure depending on their role and you should expect to be back to all activities with no restrictions after 6 weeks.

Eye Bag Removal Surgery before and after results

When it comes to finding an alternative to a blepharoplasty, the options can be limited depending on the extent of the drooping or sagging that you may have. Here at The Private Clinic, we pride ourselves on providing patients with realistic expectations and honest advice.

• See more blepharoplasty before and after photo results here
• Read our extensive blepharoplasty FAQs here
• Find out more information on Blepharoplasty procedures from our blogs here

Tear Trough Filler for sunken eyes

Tear trough filler can be a great option for anyone with the first signs of ageing eyes.

Dermal filler is a non-surgical injectable treatment that can target the depressions that run within the under-eye area known as tear troughs. These areas of depression can make your eyes look sunken and cast unflattering shadows which are known as dark circles. When the dermal filler is injected into this area it will help to restore the volume lost as well as thicken the skin and improve the appearance of any dark circles.

Dermal filler is a very quick treatment often taking as little as 10-15 minutes. Some swelling or bruising may be visible for 1-2 days but many patients can return to work straight after treatment. The results are instant but are best seen at least a week following treatment and can last from 9 months to a year.

• Read our tear trough filler FAQs here

Ultherapy Brow Lift

Ultherapy is a great non-surgical option to lift the upper eye area.

Ultherapy uses ultrasound technology to stimulate and regrow collagen and elastin within a targeted area. This technique is successful at lifting the sagging skin on the temple and brow to revive and open tired, hooded eyes for a more invigorated and refreshed look.

An Ultherapy brow lift is a non-invasive treatment that takes 60-90 minutes to perform and requires no downtime. The results will gradually appear over 3 to 6 months, and will last for around 12-18 months.

• Read our Ultherapy FAQs
• View more Ultherapy before and after photos

Surgical and Non-Surgical Eyelift treatments at The Private Clinic

• The Private Clinic has been treating patients for over 40 years with thousands of patients placing their trust in us each year
• We have Top UK specialised facial plastic surgeons with decades of experience
• Expert teams of knowledgeable doctors and nurses offering non-surgical eyelid treatment alternatives
• State-of-the-art hospital and clinic facilities
• Giving you the best possible results and care is our priority
• Dedicated care with a 24 hour help line
• 5 Star Trustpilot Rating
• We have clinics in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

Get in touch

To find out more about blepharoplasty procedures and the alternatives, please call, 0333 920 2471 or use our online contact form.