Eyelid Surgery
Overview
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) addresses heavy upper lids, under-eye bags, hollowing, and lower lid laxity that makes you look tired or older than you feel.
A proper assessment matters because the problem around the eyes can come from eyelid skin, fat, cheek support, brow position, or a combination. The goal is precision, balance, and safety around delicate anatomy, not simply tightening everything.
What to Expect
Eyelid surgery is commonly performed under local anaesthetic with sedation or general anaesthetic. Incisions are placed in natural creases (upper lid) or just below the lash line (lower lid), or inside the lid for transconjunctival approaches. The procedure involves conservative removal or repositioning of tissue to avoid a hollow or over-operated look, with support procedures where indicated to protect lower-lid position. Recovery involves swelling and bruising in the first week, with watery eyes or mild dryness common initially. Most patients return to desk work within 1-2 weeks.
Benefits
Remove or reduce excess upper eyelid skin
Improve under-eye bag appearance
Refine eyelid shape while preserving expression
Improve symmetry as far as anatomy allows
Reduce the ‘tired’ look
Address heaviness affecting vision
Correct asymmetry between eyelids
Before & After
FAQs
Will I look different?
The aim is a rested, natural improvement. Good eyelid-surgery avoids an ‘over-done’ or hollow look by being conservative and anatomy-led.
Is a brow lift sometimes needed instead?
Sometimes. Upper eyelid heaviness can be driven by a low brow. We assess brow position and eyelids together to treat the true cause.
Which is better: transconjunctival or external lower blepharoplasty?
It depends. Transconjunctival is excellent for fat-related bags with good skin tone. External approaches are considered when skin laxity or support issues need direct correction.
When can I drive and return to work?
Usually once comfortable, off strong pain relief, and vision is clear enough for safe driving. Desk work is commonly possible within 1-2 weeks.
When can I wear contact lenses and makeup?
This varies by case and healing. Many patients resume after the early healing phase once cleared at review, typically 1-2 weeks.