BLEPHAROPLASTY

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Duration
60 mins

Anaesthesia
Local

Price
From £4250

Recovery
1-2 Weeks

Hospital Stay
Daycase

What is a Blepharoplasty?

The Upper Lid Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Lift is a procedure to remove excess skin from the upper eyelids that causes a hooded or tired looking appearance. An upper lid blepharoplasty is also known as an eyelid lift. This is a surgical procedure to remove excess or loose skin from the upper eyelids. As we age, the skin loses its elasticity and the skin becomes loose in the upper eyelid. This drooping skin can hang over the eyelid itself and interfere with the vision and cause a tired look. The medical term for loose upper eyelid skin is dermatochalasis. Alternative procedures that may help improve the appearance of skin laxity around the eyes include Morpheus8 Prime or CO2 lasers.

How is an upper eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) performed?

The blepharoplasty or eyelift lift is performed under a local anaesthetic in our clinic as a day case procedure. We provide the upper eyelid lift in Cheshire at our Knutsford clinic, CLNQ. You will have an initial consultation with the surgeon who will take a full history and perform examination of the area. You will discuss the possible treatment options for your specific concerns and highlight the risks and benefits of these options. If you are suitable for a blepharoplasty, a suitable appointment can be made for the procedure. Before the procedure, the surgeon will assess the amount of excess skin and fat in the eyelid. They will then mark the amount of skin to be removed from the eyelid. The surgeon will then use some local anaesthetic eyedrops and injections to numb the area. The skin is then removed along with any excess fat or muscle if required. The skin is then sutured using stitches to close the wound and dressings applied.

What are the risks of blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is usually performed under a local anaesthetic as a day case procedure. With all procedures there may be associated risks or complications. The potential risks and complications of blepharoplasty include:

Bruising, Swelling, Bleeding

Blindness

Asymmetry

Ptosis

Scarring

Infection

Eye Related Complications

There are specific eye related issues that include:

Ectropion - Scarring can result in pulling of the eyelid away from the eyeball. This may result in an inability to close the eye fully, which can result in injury to the eyeball. This is a rare complication that may require additional surgery.

Corneal Injury - Some patients may experience some inflammation or dryness of the cornea (eyeball surface). Corneal abrasions may also occur if there is any injury to the surface of the eyeball. This will usually resolve but may require additional treatment with eyedrops or ointments.

Dry Eyes - Permanent problems involving decreased tear production may occur after this procedure. Patients with dry eyes prior to treatment should inform us of this. Additional treatments such as lubricants may be required.

Epiphoria - Excessive tearing may result from damage to the tear duct system. This may require further surgery to correct.

Under- or Over-Correction

Blepharoplasty Before and Afters

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a good candidate for blepharoplasty?

How long does the eyelid lift take to perform?

Can brow ptosis be corrected with an eyelid lift?

What will I look like after a blepharoplasty?

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What is the aftercare following a blepharoplasty?

Following your procedure, you will usually have some dressing tapes applied over the incisions. Try to leave these in place until you are seen at about 7-10 days for your suture removal. We recommend that in the first 48 hours, you sleep with a few pillows under your head to help reduce swelling and bruising. Try and keep the incisions dry for the first week until you have the stitches removed. You should use some lubricant for the first few days following your blepharoplasty. You should avoid wearing contact lenses for the first 2-3 weeks. You will have an appointment to return to clinic for suture removal after 7-10 days. We would recommend using silicone scar gels after 2 weeks. Avoid any strenuous exercise for the first 4 weeks.