Upper Eyelid Surgery
Upper eyelid rejuvenation can be performed under local anaesthetic as an “office-based” procedure. It is an excellent procedure to remove redundant excess upper lid skin and brighten up the eyes in a natural “un-operated” appearing way.
Upper eyelid surgery gives a freshness to your appearance that other people may find hard to place. It is not uncommon for friends and acquaintances to comment on how well you look afterwards, without being able to work out what has changed! You will look less tired and have brighter eyes after the procedure.
Anaesthetic
General
Procedure Length
1 hour
Facility Stay
Day Case
Cost
From £4,425
Downtime
Light exercise can resume after 4-6 weeks
Available in-house at Purity Bridge
Yes
Anaesthetic
General
Procedure Length
1 hour
Facility Stay
Day Case
Cost
From £4,425
Downtime
Light exercise can resume after 4-6 weeks
Available in-house at Purity Bridge
Yes
Upper eyelid surgery, also known as upper blepharoplasty, typically takes between one and two hours.
The procedure involves removing excess skin and, where appropriate, excess fat from the upper eyelids to create a more refreshed appearance.
Most patients experience bruising and swelling for around one to two weeks following surgery.
Many people feel comfortable returning to work and social activities within ten to fourteen days.
Light daily activities can usually be resumed within a few days. More strenuous activities should be avoided until your surgeon confirms it is safe to do so.
Careful adherence to post-operative instructions can help support optimal healing.
Potential complications include infection, bleeding, dry eyes, temporary irritation, scarring and asymmetry.
Although complications are uncommon, all risks will be discussed during your consultation.
Patients who are concerned about hooded eyelids, excess upper eyelid skin or a tired appearance may benefit from upper eyelid surgery.
Some patients also find that excess eyelid skin affects their field of vision.
In some cases, yes. When excess skin hangs over the eyelashes and obstructs vision, surgery can improve the visual field as well as appearance.
Your surgeon will assess both functional and aesthetic concerns during consultation.
Incisions are carefully placed within the natural crease of the upper eyelid.
Once healed, scars are usually very discreet and often difficult to detect.
Upper eyelid surgery provides long-lasting improvement, with many patients enjoying the benefits for many years.
Although ageing continues, the treated area generally remains noticeably improved compared with before surgery.
