Eyelid Reduction (Upper Blepharoplasty)

An experienced surgeon will need to assess you prior to any procedure, but blepharoplasty is suitable for most people who are suffering with hooded, drooping or puffy eyelids. The procedure will not be suitable for those looking to rid of crow’s feet or some fine wrinkles. Your surgeon will be able to advise on other options like wrinkle injections or fillers.

A blepharoplasty is suitable for both male and female patients.

Most of our patients are day cases, with simple procedures taking as little as 30 minutes and longer cases taking up to 2 hours. The majority of patients return home after the procedure with no need for a hospital stay.

Incisions for an upper blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery are made in the natural crease of the upper eyelid.  Incisions for a lower blepharoplasty or eyebag surgery are made underneath the eyelashes or alternatively inside the eye. Incisions for blepharoplasty procedures heal well.

Eyelid/Eyebag surgery is performed under local or general anaesthetic so you will not feel anything during the procedure. A few hours after the procedure your eyes may feel a little uncomfortable but you will be given painkillers to help with this and any discomfort usually settles after 48 hours.

Eyelid/Eyebag surgery is not designed to treat wrinkles around the eyes. Wrinkles around the eyes are best treated with wrinkle relaxing injects or laser rejuvenation treatments such as the Regenlite.

A blepharoplasty only targets the upper and lower eye lid areas. In order to improve the appearance of your brow you will need to have a brow lift.

Blepharoplasties are commonly performed alongside facelifts, brow lifts and also fat transfer.

Dermal fillers can also be used post-procedure to help retain the results of the procedure by improving the tear trough area.

You will experience some swelling and bruising for up to two weeks, but may return to your social activities within one week post-procedure. Your stitches will be removed 4-5 days post-procedure, and make-up can be used 7 days after the surgery. You may need pain relief to help with any discomfort while the eyelids heal, though your surgeon will discuss this fully with you.

It can take up to a few months for your eyelids to settle completely, but our medical team will offer you all the necessary advice and support for your healing process.

Depending on your case and procedure your surgeon may advise between 7-14 days off work, particularly for more complicated surgeries. You will need someone to take you home and we recommend that someone stays with you for the first 24 hours post-surgery.

You will not be able to drive immediately after a blepharoplasty this is due the after effects of the anaesthetic that may still be in your system and your vision may be temporarily impaired immediately after surgery. We would recommend that you avoid driving for a week or at least until you are off pain medication and feel comfortable to do so. We would advise against driving for long distances in the initial stages of healing too. If in doubt – do check with your surgeon.

Light to moderate exercise may be resumed at 2-3 weeks but it may take at least 3-4 weeks before you can get back to higher impact activities. Swimming / diving should be avoided during the first 3-6 weeks after surgery.

You will be able to wear glasses as normal after eyelid or eyebag surgery. We advise waiting 2-3 weeks before wearing contact lenses again.

We recommend waiting at least 10 days before applying any type of eye make-up including eyeshadow, fake lashes, mascara and eyeliner.

Blepharoplasty is one of the safest plastic surgery procedures you can have. Our experienced surgeons will only make incisions along the natural folds and creases of your eyes, making the risk of scarring minimal.

An Asian blepharoplasty is a modified procedure that creates or re-defines an upper eyelid crease.

A blepharoplasty procedure is a relatively safe procedure but it does carry risks just like any surgical procedure would do.

Risks and complications that are associated with blepharoplasty in particular are; bleeding, dry eyes, infection, slight asymmetry in healing or scarring, swelling at the corners of the eyelids, temporary blurred vision, and whiteheads.

Your surgeon will discuss these all in full at your consultation.

We can offer patients a free blepharoplasty phone or video consultation with one of our experienced patient coordinators to discuss eyelid or eyebag surgery.

Our patient coordinators can provide you with information about the procedure and the best blepharoplasty surgeon to suit your needs.

To secure your timed phone or video appointment we will ask you to pay a £25 refundable deposit. This is refunded once the consultation takes place. You can change your appointment time up to 48 hours before.

Contact us to book a free phone or video consultation.

A blepharoplasty is the medical term for eyelid or eyebag surgery to improve the appearance of drooping eyelids or large eyebags that also may be affecting the sight of the patient.

The procedure involves reshaping the upper or lower eyelid by removing or repositioning of excess tissue, as well as reinforcing surrounding soft tissues.

There are 3 types of blepharoplasty procedures;

Upper Blepharoplasty which targets the eyelid and upper portion of the eye but not including the brows. Lower Blepharoplasty which targets the lower portion of the eye and a combined blepharoplasty which is when an upper and lower blepharoplasty are performed at the same time.

Eye bags or sagging around the eyes can be corrected with blepharoplasty surgery. The procedure removes excess skin underneath the eye resulting in a fresher look.

During an upper blepharoplasty an incision is made within the natural eyelid crease. Excess skin and fatty pockets are then removed before the incision is then closed.

A lower blepharoplasty procedure involves an incision usually below the lash line or inside of the bottom eyelid. Excess fatty tissue is then removed from the area and the incision is closed.

*Eye Bag Removal can also be performed in a lower or combined procedure, helping to reduce any puffiness, without creating a hollowed out appearance

The average price for blepharoplasty surgery for an upper eyelid procedure starts at £3,900 (under local anaesthetic) and the cost for a lower eyelid procedure starts at £4,900 (under general anaesthetic).

If you require a full blepharoplasty (both upper and lower eyelids), prices start from £6,400.

We don’t follow a one-price-fits-all policy and prices are quoted on a case by case basis. You will be given an accurate quote for your requirements following your consultation.

Consultations with our plastic surgeons are £100 at our clinics in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

We also offer consultations with our highly experienced Patient Coordinators which require a £25 refundable deposit to secure your place. These are available in Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton..

Patient coordinators are able to offer you all the information you require prior to meeting a surgeon.

Please note all consultations available at our Harley Street clinic are with a surgeon.

Results are instant however everyone heals at a different rate. Most visual swelling should go down after a month and the majority see results within 2-3 months of their procedure.