Upper Blepharoplasty

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Upper Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Refresh tired, heavy drooping eyelids with professional upper blepharoplasty at our London clinics. This minor surgical procedure removes excess skin and fat to create a more youthful, look. Performed under local anaesthetic by our leading UK oculoplastic and plastic surgeons, we ensure a quick recovery with minimal downtime and outstanding results that are long-lasting.

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Apre-treatment consultation with our plastic surgeon is required to assess your face and eye area in detail; and discussed the best options with you. *The exact price can only be determined once the surgeon has examined your face and eye area in detail in order to give advice based on a full diagnosis.

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Upper Blepharoplasty Treatment Information

As we get older the upper eyelids tend to look heavier and more hooded due to the brow becoming lower but also the excess skin that forms as part of the ageing process.

An upper blepharoplasty or eyelid lift is a simple surgical procedure for both men and women in their mid thirties upwards. It helps rejuvenate the eye area by removing any excess or hooding skin and in turn opens the eyes giving a more attractive, fresher look that is both younger and less tired in appearance.

At Cosmedics we have handpicked the very best oculoplastic and plastic surgeons who are both experts in eyelid cosmetic surgery.

You will need to have a pre-treatment consultation where the surgeons will go over your expectations and suitability. A blepharoplasty or eyelid lift is then often performed a week or two later under a local anaesthetic rather than general anaesthetic. This means you are awake however you don’t feel anything and means you can go straight home after about an hour and a half.

The procedure involves  making a cut in the natural skin crease of your upper eyelid. They will remove any excess skin and fat and close the wound using very fine stitches. The incision scar will be hidden in the skin crease so you will never see it. The are removed 5-7 days later. You will have some bruising and swelling for 5-10 days afterwards but you will be ok to carry on normal daily activities after 3-4 days.

For those are not quite ready for eyelid surgery non-surgical treatments such as  or  can be helpful in refreshing the eye area but do not tackle excess skin.

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FAQ’s

Blepharoplasty is generally considered a low-pain procedure. Most patients report mild discomfort rather than significant pain. The most common sensations are tightness, soreness, and a feeling of swelling around the eyes during the first few days after surgery. This is usually well controlled with simple pain relief and cold compresses. Any typically improves significantly within 48–72 hours.

Results from eyelid surgery are long-lasting, as the excess skin is permanently removed. Upper blepharoplasty results often last 5–10 years or longer and in many cases, patients do not require repeat surgery for many years, if at all. Experiences will vary depending on skin quality, genetics, lifestyle factors, and sun .

Realistically, this procedure does not make you immune to the ongoing natural ageing process, but it can make a big difference.

Yes, this procedure does require stitches to close the wound where the skin has been removed. These will be removed 5-7 days later in our clinics at no additional cost

Yes, but they are typically very discreet. The for upper blepharoplasty is placed within the natural crease of the eyelid, meaning scars are well concealed when the eyes are open. Over time, these scars usually fade significantly and become barely noticeable. Proper aftercare and healing support help minimise their visibility.

At Cosmedics, all our blepharoplasty surgeries are carried out using only local anaesthetic. This means that recovery is very swift and patients can generally leave the clinic an hour or so after the procedure.

Most patients will take a few days off to avoid being seen with stitches and swelling/bruising – but you don’t have to

You may need pain relief when the anaesthetic wears off to help with the bruising and swelling. We advise patients to expect mild discomfort for around 3-5 days. This is normally manageable with standard painkillers.

In some cases, yes. If excess upper eyelid skin (ptosis or dermatochalasis) is drooping over the eyelashes or into the line of sight, blepharoplasty can improve the field of vision. Many patients also report visual obstruction and less heaviness in the upper eyelids after surgery. However, the procedure is primarily for functional and cosmetic improvement, and suitability should be assessed during consultation.

Yes, you’ll need to keep the area very clean while avoiding risk of damaging the wound. We will recommend suitable products and .

We request no exercise for the first 1-2 weeks, to allow swelling and bruising to subside.

We recommend wearing glasses (spectacles) for 2 weeks to avoid any undue pulling on the eye area or risk of infection

Patients can expect swelling for 3-5 days and bruising 7-10 days. Cold compresses and ice packs can be helpful in handling this

Most patients can resume driving within 2-3 days after blepharoplasty, provided they feel comfortable, are no longer taking prescription pain medication, and have sufficient vision clarity. It is important that any swelling, bruising, or light sensitivity does not affect safe driving ability. Patients should only drive when they feel fully confident and in control.

It is normal to experience:

Most patients manage discomfort with simple pain relief and cold compresses.

During this period patients should:

Vision may be slightly blurred initially due to swelling or lubricating ointments.

Swelling and bruising usually begin to improve noticeably during the first week.

Many patients feel comfortable:

are commonly removed around 5–7 days after surgery, depending on the technique used.

Most patients still prefer sunglasses when outdoors during this phase.

By the second week:

Many patients feel confident returning to:

Makeup can often be worn after approximately 10–14 days once healing allows.

The eyelids continue to refine as residual swelling settles.

At this stage:

Most normal daily activities can usually resume, although strenuous exercise should still be reintroduced gradually if advised by your surgeon.

Over the following weeks:

Patients typically notice:

Blepharoplasty results are long-lasting, with many patients enjoying improvements for many years.

Recovery Tips After Eyelid Surgery

When to Contact Your Surgeon

Patients should seek medical advice if they experience severe pain, sudden swelling, or vision changes. These are rare, but it’s important to address any signs of infection as early as possible. Your surgical team will provide full guidance and emergency contact following treatment.

For detailed information:

Many patients are keen to understand how they’ll look after surgery and during recovery. For most, it is nowhere near as bad as they’d expected. There are no heavy bandages for a start. You can expect to see the wounds initially and there will be some bruising.

We are very grateful to for compiling a set a of photos showing his patient at each stage of her recovery. You’ll see the initial impact is significantly improved after a week. After 2-3 weeks, we see the result emerging as the skin looks tauter with a reduction in the signs of ageing.

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Complementary Non-Surgical Treatments

Our non-invasive treatments can be used very effectively alongside upper for a better result. Doctors and surgeons at Cosmedics Skin tag removal Clinics offer the latest techniques in injectable treatments including:

Our , and centres also offer advanced treatments using laser skin tightening technology, including laser skin tightening and rejuvenation.

You can expect great results from your surgery, but these can be used alongside to enhance the overall result. Your surgeon will be happy to advise.

Cosmedics Skin Clinics was established in 2003 by Dr Ross Perry and has built up an reputation
over the last 20+ years for high standards of care and patient satisfaction within the professional
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